Life & Health Insurance Sales Agent

Covington, LA, US · On-site$85k – $105k

About this role

About the Job 
First Financial Group of America is now looking for an Insurance/Finance Professional in your area. Our salaried Account Managers are responsible for selling benefits, retirement, and other insurance products and services in a defined sales territory with an existing customer base. You will build strong, long-term relationships with businesses and develop specific, needs-based recommendations for their employees, highlighting the benefits of a large insurance portfolio.

Qualifications

  • Group One Life and Health License preferred but not required (must obtain the license within 90 days of hire)
  • FINRA Series 6 & 63 Licenses preferred (if obtained within one year from the hire date, a $2,000 bonus will be paid)
  • Extensive travel may be required at certain times of the year, including overnight stays
  • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including diplomatic and tactful communication

Company Perks

  • Base salary + uncapped commission + additional bonus potential + possible All-Colleague Year-End Bonus
  • Company car, company credit card, and paid travel expenses
  • Company laptop and cell phone allowance
  • International Sales Award Trips
  • Average first-year income ranges between $85,000 and $105,000
  • 401(k) with a 6% company match
  • Defined territory
  • Multiple sales career path options
  • Consistent, standardized training designed for new Account Managers
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans. The company funds medical benefits at an 82% cost share

Primary Responsibilities

  • Focus on growing and maintaining existing business-to-business accounts by directly selling insurance products and services to public school district employees 
  • Consult with current customers to provide value and meet financial needs
  • Build strong relationships with customers and association executives
  • Develop customized, needs-based employee benefits packages through annual benefit enrollments and group presentations
  • Pursuing new account development opportunities

Additional Company Perks

National Presence – First Financial Group of America conducts business in eight states and employs salaried, career Account Managers nationwide. 

Extended Training Program – Account Managers participate in a structured, comprehensive training program that includes on-the-job training within their territory, as well as Product and Sales Schools and online training. 

Tenure – More than double the national average, our salaried career Account Managers have been with First Financial Group of America for an average of 12 years.

Defined Territory – Each Account Manager is assigned a territory to manage and develop new accounts.

Company Overview 
 Founded in 1966, First Financial Group of America has proven to be a reputable leader in providing employee benefit solutions to our customers. The key to our success is our colleagues.

A Great Place to Work for All 
 First Financial Group boasts an impressive 94% colleague satisfaction rating. Our culture promotes engagement, diversity, open communication, and innovation. We prioritize creating a positive workplace, ensuring our colleagues understand that a career here is more than just a job. We foster a supportive environment for career growth, offering excellent benefits and competitive salaries.

If you would like more information about First Financial Group of America, please visit: 
 https://www.ffga.com/about-us/


Company at a glance

FFGA is a third-party administrator that has professional relationships with more than 90 different insurance companies. We continually shop the market for our clients to assure they and their employees are offered quality voluntary benefits for the best price available.

Because financial stability is important, we only work with vendors that have an A or better rating with AM Best Company. We also ensure that our vendors are responsive to not only our clients, but also our billing and customer service departments, so that all needs are met.

FFGA is here to simplify the benefits process. Contact us to learn more!

Founded1966
Team Size201-500 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryInsurance
Location
Covington, Louisiana, United States
Websiteffga.com
LinkedInLinkedIn

Top Benefits

  • Base salary
  • Uncapped commission
  • Bonus potential
  • Company car
  • Company credit card
  • Paid travel expenses
  • Company laptop
  • Cell phone allowance
  • International sales award trips
  • 401(k) with 6% company match
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Supplemental insurance

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