Who We Are
As one of the largest independent agencies in Texas, we’re proud to be known for our exceptional, values-based culture and are consistently recognized as one of the best places to work. We believe this serves as a reflection of our excellent client service, our philanthropic efforts, focus on employee well-being, sound financial management, and a bright prospect for the future.
Role Summary
The Commercial Lines Insurance Advisor is responsible for generating new business and expanding our commercial insurance client base. You will identify and pursue sales opportunities, develop customized insurance solutions, and present them to potential clients. You will also maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure satisfaction and identify opportunities for additional coverage. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of commercial insurance products.
What You Will Do
- Contact prospects, schedule appointments, and make sales presentations
- Develop prospecting programs and follow-up for maximum results
- Maintain prospect list of clients for target business
- Balance production to achieve desired mix of business
- Coordinate production efforts with marketing and service team members
- Conduct periodic meetings with Account Managers to provide updates and ensure policies and procedures are understood
- Keep abreast of trends and techniques to maintain a competitive status for the agency within the industry
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Acquiring state licensing, once hired
- Sales experience with proven success demonstrated
- Business-to-Business prospecting experience preferred
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing, and have the ability to deliver effective presentations to groups.
- A foundational understanding of Microsoft Office; comfortable with modern technology
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development track to support career growth
- Generous time-off allowance, as well as major holidays
- Comprehensive benefit selection, including company 401(k) match
- Gym membership reimbursement
- This role is full time onsite in our Houston office.
Hotchkiss is an EOE and drug-free workplace. All applicants must be authorized to work in and currently reside in the United States.
NO AGENCIES OR 3RD PARTY INQUIRIES
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Acquire required state insurance licensing after hire
- Sales experience with demonstrated success
- Business-to-business prospecting experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to deliver effective presentations to groups
- Foundational understanding of Microsoft Office and comfort with modern technology
- Authorized to work in and currently reside in the United States
Hotchkiss Insurance Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Hotchkiss Insurance and has not been reviewed or approved by Hotchkiss Insurance.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive across core roles, with explicit mentions of “competitive pay” and market‑matching compensation. Job materials highlight a competitive compensation package.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and HSAs, with wellness and gym reimbursements adding breadth. Materials describe a comprehensive benefits package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company match is consistently highlighted. This component is positioned as part of a broader, attractive total rewards offering.
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What We Do
At Hotchkiss Insurance, we know by safeguarding one's most valuable assets, people and businesses are better able to grow and prosper. We work with you to understand your unique business and deliver tailored insurance solutions and risk management to protect you from life’s uncertainties. With an advisory approach and an ability to reduce complexity, we demonstrate an abiding care for all of those who entrust themselves to us. Whether you know you need business insurance, risk management, employee benefits consulting, personal insurance, surety, or you just want to start the conversation, we've got you covered. Hotchkiss is Texas-based, with main offices in Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio. For more than 40 years, we've protected businesses of all sizes and industries. (Including construction, education, restaurants, landscapers, nursery growers, manufacturing, religious institutions, commercial construction, technology, home builders, energy, more) Endorsed by: Texas Nursery and Landscape Association, Texas Irrigation Association Member of: Builder Agent Network, exclusively endorsed by Texas Association of Builders Founders of: Texas Green Industry Safety Group, Texas Home Builders Safety Group
