Gateway Underwriters Agency is a general agency serving Independent Agents. Founded in 1954, we are an owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. that operates with binding authority and brokerage agreements with affiliated and non-affiliated company partners. Our product segments include property & casualty, specialty & professional and personal.
Description:
The Agency Representative communicates with prospective and current customers the value proposition of Gateway while developing and growing relationships with these customers through on-site meetings and telling the Gateway Story.
Essential Functions:
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Prospecting for new customers (Retail P&C Agencies) via telephone, internet or while traveling.
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Establishing and growing the customer base to generate new business premium.
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Following up and maintaining strong relationships with existing customer base.
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Making a minimum of 16 customer visits per week in large geographic area.
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Managing sales territory to maximize premium growth and customer satisfaction.
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Effectively communicating with Gateway’s in-house underwriting team.
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Maximizing time management techniques in setting and implementing customer appointments.
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Attending and participating in sales and management meetings.
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Utilizing Gateway Sales Systems (ACT), Operating Systems (AIM) and Microsoft Office software to maximize potential business growth through documentation and written/verbal communication as needed.
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Enhancing personal development through Continuing Education courses and attaining Insurance Designations (RPLU, ASLI, AINS, CPCU)
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assist in training new teammates.
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Actively participate in team huddles
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Communicate ideas for procedural or workflow improvement.
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Assist the administrative specialist when needed
Minimum Job Requirements:
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Excellent communication skills.
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A positive attitude.
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Ability to work independently and manage their own schedule
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The ability to learn and comprehend quickly.
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A history of personal and business development.
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A history of successful planning & execution of customer travel.
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Have a state driver’s license and driving record in good standing.
Compensation
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Competitive starting salary with potential year-end bonus.
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Fully paid medical benefits and profit-sharing program.
Education:
