Entry-Level Sales Representative
Great American Insurance Group
About the Role
Great American Employer Health Solutions is hiring an Entry-Level Sales Representative to join a growing team. This role is a developmental opportunity for individuals eager to build a long-term career in insurance sales.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with experienced sales representatives to learn the Employer Health Solutions business and develop consultative sales skills.
- Review and process Requests for Proposal (RFPs), analyze opportunities, and communicate with brokers regarding underwriting considerations and eligibility requirements.
- Support the sales team with prospect and broker outreach, meeting coordination, follow-up activities, and account management tasks.
- Participate in meetings with insurance brokers, agencies, business owners, and prospective clients to gain exposure to the sales process.
- Build knowledge of Medical Stop Loss and Level Funded Health Plans through structured training and on-the-job experience.
- Develop an understanding of underwriting guidelines, healthcare insurance products, and market dynamics.
- Attend industry conferences, broker events, and training programs to expand industry knowledge and relationships.
- Maintain accurate activity records and assist with sales reporting, CRM updates, and pipeline management.
- Collaborate with underwriting and internal business partners to support new business opportunities.
- Progress through a structured training program designed to prepare for advancement into a full Sales Representative role.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Risk Management, Communications, or a related field.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated work ethic, initiative, and willingness to learn.
- Comfortable building professional relationships and interacting with business leaders and insurance professionals.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
- This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.
- The candidate considered for this role can work fully remote within the continental United States.
Qualifications
- Internship, part-time work, customer-facing experience, sales experience, athletics, leadership involvement, or other experiences demonstrating drive and competitiveness.
- Interest in sales, insurance, employee benefits, healthcare, or business development.
- Exposure to insurance, healthcare benefits, underwriting, or financial services is helpful but not required.