Job Description

If you are interested in a career with potential for advancement, the opportunity to enhance your insurance product knowledge and enjoy working in a fast paced collaborative team environment, this is the place for you!

Bjornson Insurance Group Inc. is growing and we are adding to our team of insurance professionals.

Our knowledgeable and trusted team is committed to delivering insurance and financial services solutions to meet our clients' unique needs. The Insurance Advisor role is a key player in the support and development of the agency operations primarily through the sales and service of Co-operators personal lines products (auto and home insurance) with a key focus on working with our Commercial Advisors and clients, servicing commercial and farm product lines.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Service and profitable growth of both personal lines and specialty lines products Work closely with Commercial Advisors and clients to service commercial insurance needs Advise and recommend coverages and policies that best meet client needs Actively focus on prospecting for all lines of business by identifying and recommending additional products/services that benefit the client Complete front line risk assessment and selection following underwriting guidelines Prospect and cross sell by identifying and recommending additional products/services that benefit the client. Achieve individual goals for client service, sales, quality and productivity and contribute to the achievement of overall agency sales and growth goals Support programs to build multi-client relationships Respond to client questions and concerns, resolve customer complaints and escalate issues appropriately Proactively complete client reviews on the auto, home and commercial lines portfolios Support financial services sales activities in the agency
Working Conditions:

Regular office environment May be required to work flexible hours May require occasional travel outside the office
To be successful:

You remain focused and optimistic in the pursuit of a goal, despite barriers, until the objective is achieved and effectively manage your time in the quest of client satisfaction. You leverage information about client's needs and situations to qualify sales opportunities and exhibit strong communication skills that allow you to clearly convey messages. You are committed to continuous improvement and building productive client relationships in order to exceed client expectations. You're an effective team player and provide guidance to support the development of your peers.
To join our team:

General Insurance License is Required Meet all provincial-licensing requirements in accordance with continuing education in order to obtain and maintain all licenses Applicant should live locally A minimum of one year of insurance industry experience including commercial insurance experience is preferred Knowledge of auto and property insurance products and experience with selling techniques is an asset. Commercial or farm insurance experience is an asset Must be skilled in communication (verbal and written), organization, time management, client service, decision making, problem solving Must be comfortable working in a fast paced collaborative environment Candidate must be comfortable in a technology dependent environment including proficiency with Microsoft Office Valid driver's license is required
Compensation - A competitive compensation package and benefits program.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $42,500.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Application question(s):

Are you or have you been licensed as a General Insurance Agent in Alberta?
Experience:

Insurance sales & service: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Drivers license and your own transporation (required)
Work Location: In person