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 Sales Consultant 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
What You Will Bring
- 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
What You Will Experience
- 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
- Support for work/life integration, with flexible work from home options available.
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
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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