Description

Insurance Agent

Full-Time | Sioux Falls, SD

First State Insurance Agency Southwest is seeking a driven, competitive Insurance Sales Agent to help grow our property & casualty and life & health insurance book of business. This role is primarily focused on personal & commercial lines sales, with opportunities to support farm and life & health lines while maintaining strong client relationships through ongoing service.

This position is ideal for a self-starter who enjoys prospecting, closing deals, and building long-term client relationships, while being supported by an established independent agency with multiple strong carrier options.

What You'll Do

Sales & Growth (Primary Focus)

• Actively prospect and generate new personal & commercial insurance opportunities
• Conduct in-person and field sales appointments with prospects and decision-makers
• Identify client risks and coverage gaps and present tailored insurance solutions
• Cross-sell additional lines of coverage to existing clients
• Consistently meet or exceed weekly, monthly, and annual production goals
• Build and manage a personal pipeline of prospects and opportunities

Client Management & Service Support

• Manage accounts from quote to bind and through renewal
• Assist with policy changes, renewals, and coverage reviews
• Follow up with prospects and clients to close open opportunities
• Resolve client concerns professionally and efficiently
• Maintain accurate documentation of sales activity and client interactions

Marketing & Community Presence

• Participate in networking, prospecting, and community events
• Represent the agency at trade shows, seminars, and local events
• Build your personal brand while promoting First State Insurance Agency Southwest

Training & Compliance

• Learn agency systems, carrier guidelines, and insurance products
• Attend required training and continuing education
• Operate in compliance with all agency, carrier, and regulatory requirements

Who We're Looking For

• Highly motivated, goal-oriented, and competitive mindset
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Comfortable with prospecting, follow-ups, and asking for the sale
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple opportunities at once
• Works well independently while collaborating with a team
• Sales or insurance experience preferred (but not required)
• Willing and able to obtain and maintain state insurance licenses (training provided)
• Bilingual a plus
• Must be 18 years or older
• Occasional daytime travel for sales meetings and training

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary plus aggressive commission structure
• Clear growth and earning potential based on performance
• Full-time schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% employer match
• Potential for future profit-sharing and bonus opportunities

Why First State Insurance Agency Southwest?

• Independent agency with access to multiple top-rated carriers
• Strong focus on commercial insurance growth
• Supportive team environment with training and mentorship
• Technology and tools to support efficient quoting and sales
• Opportunity to build a long-term book of business

How to Apply

• In Person:
  4305 S. Louise Ave., Suite 205
  Sioux Falls, SD 57106
• By Email:
  Send your application, resume, and a 30-60 second video telling us who you are, your sales experience, and why you want to build your career with First State Insurance Agency Southwest to: jlarsen@firststateinsurance.net

Salary/Compensation: $50,000 - $85,000 per year