Licensed Insurance Agent - Dealership

Who are we: 

Toyota Insurance is a brand name of Toyota Insurance Management Solutions USA, LLC (TIMS). We are an independent agency specializing in property and casualty insurance for Toyota vehicle owners. We offer insurance through our trusted carrier partners to provide coverage for your Toyota vehicle, home and other assets. Our mission is to improve the Toyota ownership experience by improving the insurance experience.

 What will you do:
 

• Toyota Insurance is looking for a Licensed Insurance Agent to work in our Elgin Toyota dealership and Chicago Northside Toyota, located in Chicago, Illinois. You will be responsible for prospecting new customers for home, auto, and other personal line products as well as meeting with referral contacts to generate new business in our illustrious dealership
• As a Licensed Insurance Agent, you will serve our Point of Sales customers in the dealership.

Essential Job Functions: 

• You'll assess client’s unique situations and recommend insurance plans that provide optimal protection.
• You'll leverage our proven approach to ensure clients not only get the right coverage but also experience exceptional service throughout the process.
• You'll actively connect with current and potential clients, fostering trust and loyalty through clear communication and follow-up.
• You'll be an integral part of our dealership's full-service commitment, collaborating with colleagues to deliver a seamless experience for everyone.
• You'll proactively seek out new opportunities through phone outreach, networking, and other lead generation strategies.

Required Education and Experience: 

• Requires a valid Illinois Property& Casualty insurance license.
• Minimum of 4 years of insurance sales experience required.
• High School Graduate. College degree preferred, but not required.
• Interact with others effectively by utilizing good communication skills, cooperating purposefully, and providing information and guidance, as needed, to achieve the business goals of the company.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills – must be engaging and personable.
• Ability to interact with customers.
• Excellent active listening skills.
• High-level organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Expert level of written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player as well as the ability to work independently.

 Required Competencies:

• Customer-focused
• Detail-oriented
• Self-Discipline
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Self-starter, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Compensation:

• $55,000-$100,000+ on skills and sales experience (This role offers a base salary of $50,000 with an uncapped commission structure. Top performers have the potential to earn a total compensation package of $100,000 or more)
  
  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Onsite: 11:00 AM-8:00 PM, 1 weekend day off/month + alternating Sundays (subject to business needs).

Location: Elgin Toyota and Chicago Northside Toyota 

Number of Postions Available: 2

What are the Perks? 

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance  
  
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Sick Days       
  
• 401(k) Match 
• FSA and HSA
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance 
  

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

General office/retail environment with automotive dealership. No special physical demands required.

Travel:

 None

Scope of Management:

Total of direct reports: 0

Learn More:

Visit our website Toyota Insurance: https://toyotainsurance.com/careers to learn more about our company culture and career opportunities.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization:

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. This position does not offer sponsorship or the transfer of sponsorship of employment Visa.

FLSA Job Status:  ☒ Exempt (Outside sales)    ☐Non-Exempt

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

'EEOC is The Law' Information:

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Candidates must already hold work eligibility for the United States.