Insurance Account Representative

*Company description*Our agency is part of Desjardins Agent Network (DAN). We are independent contractor agents. Our goal is to work within the community and help our customers meet their insurance and financial services needs.*Job description**Job Title*Insurance Account Representative*Job Purpose*To work as an employee of a Desjardins Agent Network (DAN) independent contractor agent assisting the agent in selling and marketing DAN products and services and in providing quality service to DAN customers.*EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**MUST HAVE following licenses (both preferred): OTL/RIBO; LLQP** Experience in retail sales, marketing or customer service desirable.* Experience with computer software required.* Knowledge of personal lines insurance products desirable.*SKILLS/ ABILITIES\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** Ability to learn and apply product, industry and market knowledge to make professional recommendations to prospects and policyholders and to satisfy insurance licensing requirements.* Languages: fluent in English, Hindi and Punjabi* Ability to influence others.* Ability to create professional business relationships with prospects and policyholders.* Strong listening, oral and written communication skills.* Ability to take initiative and act effectively in various circumstances without direction.* Self-confidence/perseverance/strong work ethic: remain positive and maintain progress towards a goal in spite of obstacles and adversity.* Goal oriented: highly motivated and resourceful to achieve results.* Proven track record of trustworthiness, dependability and ethical behavior.* Proven problem solving ability: apply and balance conceptual and analytical thinking by breaking down complex problems, evaluating alternative sources of action and their likely outcomes, and selecting the best alternative.* Ability to organize and act on several activities concurrently.*JOB RELATED TRAINING COURSES, LICENSING AND PROGRAMS\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_*Successfully complete all company & Provincial requirements (licenses) to sell and service designated DAN products and continue to be licensed in good standing is required.*DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** Work from the agent’s office to contact prospects and current policyholders to generate interest in sales appointmentsJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per yearBenefits:* Extended health care* Paid time offFlexible Language Requirement:* French not requiredSchedule:* Day shift* Monday to FridaySupplemental pay types:* Bonus pay* Commission payAbility to commute/relocate:* Brampton, ON L6T 4W8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)Licence/Certification:* OTL/RIBO and/or LLQP license (preferred)Work Location: In person