Sales Manager, Life Insurance (Region 10_District 070_Staff 20)

Location(s) Independence, Missouri

• Details
• _Kemper is one of the nation's leading specialized insurers.

Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper's products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises._

• Position Summary:

• Kemper Home Service team seeking a Sales Manager to work with agents within their assigned territory. The job functions of the Sales Manager include recruiting, training and supervising the agents (average of seven) assigned.

• Position Responsibilities:

• + Responsible for the performance of his/her agents and is expected to achieve results through consistent recruiting, training and supervising activities + Continuously prospecting for agent candidates.

+ Regularly works with the assigned agents, supervising and monitoring the agent's job functions including sales and collection activity. + Conducts business inspections in the field and by phone to ensure that company policies and procedures are being followed. + Provides service for agencies without an assigned agent. + Reports to the District Manager.

• Position Qualifications:

• + 2+ years of sales management or equivalent experience.

+ Fully licensed in Life, Health, Property and Casualty required. + This position requires work in-office and in the field, as business dictates, 50-100% of time will be spent in the field to recruit, train/develop, and support agents in their assigned territories. _Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination._ _Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee._ _Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it._

• Kemper at a Glance
• The Kemper family of companies is one of the nation's leading specialized insurers.

With approximately $12 billion in assets, Kemper is improving the world of insurance by providing affordable and easy-to-use personalized solutions to individuals, families and businesses through its Kemper Auto and Kemper Life brands. Kemper serves over 4.6 million policies, is represented by approximately 24,200 agents and brokers, and has approximately 7,500 associates dedicated to meeting the ever-changing needs of its customers.

• Alliance United Insurance Company is not rated. _We value diversity and strive to be an employer of choice. An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V_
• Our employees enjoy great benefits:
• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.