Job Description

McDougall Insurance is now the largest insurance brokerage in Eastern Ontario. We represent over 50 insurance companies, giving us the ability to offer optimal selection and competitive rates. The leadership of McDougall Insurance promises to foster an environment of support, empowerment and inclusion, while investing in our employee\'s future with McDougall Insurance. Together, we promise to deliver Legendary Service to our customers and apply the McDougall principals of Trust, Honesty and Integrity with a goal of building strong lasting relationships. At McDougall Insurance and Financial we offer our employees; a comprehensive benefits package, McDougall pension plan, staff appreciation days, social events, a branch-wide yearend bonus, a competitive salary and paid vacation time starting at 3 weeks._ We are looking for an Insurance Broker to join our sales team in Cobourg, Ontario! This Broker will be responsible for selling general insurance policies for personal lines coverage. Sells general insurance policies to the public by acting as the initial contact with the applicant. This can be either personal or commercial coverage. * Obtains all necessary information from the potential client as required in order to provide for an accurate quotation for coverage and premiums to cover the risk involved; * Responsible for placing the risk with an appropriate market, obtaining and assisting in the completion of the proper application for insurance; arranging and collecting the premium as per McDougall\'s payment terms and forwarding the application to the insurance company to effect or complete the binding of insurance coverage in a timely manner. * Ensure an abeyance is in place, followed up within a reasonable time to confirm issuance and receipt of the policy, check for accuracy and send to the client; * Follow up with the client to ensure complete satisfaction and to finalize the sales process; * Responsible for ensuring the timely collection of accounts receivable and any other areas of concern on the portfolio. * This position will have support in generating new business leads. Must have exceptional sales and customer service skills. * Must be sales oriented and have a very good knowledge of the risk and insurance products involved. * Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with clients in stressful and contentious situations (e.g. collections, coverage after an incident, etc.)* Must be willing and eligible to obtain a RIBO license *RIBO regulates the licensing, professional competence, ethical conduct and insurance related financial obligations of all independent general insurance brokers in the province of Ontario. If you need assistance or an accommodation, you may reach out to our Human Resources Department through our website: Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Dental care * Day shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person %35405059% %%sales%%