Voluntary Benefits Advisor

Job description Health & Life Licensed Benefits Advisor - Hybrid | Kern County, CA Company Description Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Unum Group, specializes in providing financial protection benefits for America's workers and their families during unexpected events. Colonial Life offers a comprehensive range of workplace benefits, including disability, life, accident, dental, cancer, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance. Supporting more than 87,000 businesses and 4 million workers nationwide, Colonial Life combines employee education, benefit services, and innovative enrollment technology to meet the evolving needs of employers and employees alike. In 2022, the company paid over $700 million in benefits to policyholders. Sales Representative (Opener) - CL We are looking for motivated, licensed insurance sales representatives in Kern County to connect with customers and offer voluntary benefits that provide employees with financial protection during life's unexpected events. As a Sales Representative, you'll build and nurture relationships with both new and existing businesses, positioning Colonial Life as the preferred provider for voluntary benefits. Sales Representatives thrive at securing commitments to launch new accounts, making a real impact along the way! Partnering with Colonial Life means making a difference while benefiting from over 80 years of Colonial Life's integrity, collaboration, innovation, and growth. With a strong commitment to a people-first culture, Colonial Life provides unwavering support to independent agents throughout their journey. Successful Openers focus on

• Prospecting for new accounts
• Presenting to decision-makers and getting the "yes."
• Conducting group meetings before enrollment sessions
• Providing enrollment solutions
• Account management
• Building relationships and partnering with other independent benefit counselors to complete enrollments Beneficial Experience and/or Skills
• Insurance sales and Life & Health Insurance License
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and consistently achieve goals
• Leader and "leveling up" mindset
• Strong presentation and negotiation skills

Compensation:

As a Sales Representative, you have the potential to earn commissions based on sales results, renewal income, and bonuses. You will have access to field, virtual, and in-person training as well as close mentorship & coaching from seasoned Managers. This is an independent contractor opportunity in which you are in business for yourself but not by yourself. Any income range associated with this posting represents the potential pre-tax earnings of a business owner in this role, not a guaranteed salary or guaranteed earnings. All earnings in this role are sales results-based and uncapped, with a tremendous potential for growth based on your business acumen.

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