Job Description

Phillip Gooch is an award-winning State Farm Agent looking to grow our excellent, hardworking team. Our team\'s mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams.

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for motivated self-starters with a sales or insurance background who care deeply about people and want to improve their lives with coverage to take care of what matters most.

Requirements: We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic to develop their skills and eager to share the value insurance and financial products play in helping people manage the risks of everyday life and realize their dreams.

\xc2\xb7 Excellent Communication Skills \xe2\x80\x93 Written, Verbal, and Auditory

\xc2\xb7 Sales Experience Preferred with a Successful Track Record for Meeting Sales Goals Preferred

\xc2\xb7 Self-Motivation

\xc2\xb7 Detail-Oriented Mindset

\xc2\xb7 Proactive Problem-Solving Skills

\xc2\xb7 Experience in a variety of computer applications, particularly Windows.

\xc2\xb7 Property & Casualty License (must be able to obtain)

\xc2\xb7 Life & Health License (must be able to obtain)

Responsibilities: We encourage each team member to bring their authentic skills and insights to work each day in helping our customers.

• Use customer-focused, needs-based review process to educate customers about insurance options.
• Develop leads, schedule appointments, identify customer needs, and market appropriate products and services.
• Maintain and strong work ethic with a total commitment to integrity and success each and every day.
• Work closely in a team environment, participating in weekly meetings and ongoing collaborative efforts
• Actively participate in hands-on learning and coaching to become an industry expert

What do we offer? We offer a variety of benefits to support our team, including:

• Simple IRA
• Salary & Commission/Bonus
• 10 Paid Time Off (Vacation and Personal/Sick Days)
• 7+ Paid Holidays
• Up to an hour Lunch Break
• Monday through Friday, No Weekend Work
• Valuable Work Experience
• We will reimburse your P/C and L/H Insurance Licenses and offer a potential $500 incentive
• Paid State Farm and System Training
• Growth Potential & Opportunity for Advancement

Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM \xe2\x80\x93 5:00 PM located in Cordova, TN

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly Wage

Our compensation expectations show a range of our salary plus commission system. With our profitable and thriving market and business model, team development, and intentional hiring process, we are confident that you will be successful in achieving high-earning compensation amounts.

How we elevate YOUR skills: By joining the team at Phillip Gooch\xe2\x80\x99s State Farm Agency, not only will you acquire licensing for Property & Casualty and Life & Health Insurance, but you will develop a mastery in sales and customer service to support your personal and professional goals. Achieving licensing in insurance is a great way to build your resume and advance your skillset, and we use intentional goal setting and team building to establish successful habits for both your career and life. Phillip Gooch\xe2\x80\x99s State Farm Agency is committed to developing and broadening your skills and knowledge as just one unique perk.

About Phillip Gooch\xe2\x80\x99s Agency: Phillip is from the Memphis area, and served four years active duty in the United States Marine Corps. After the USMC, he attended and earned his BA from Christian Brothers University - Memphis, TN. He has also earned an MBA from Dowling College, Oakdale, N.Y. and an MSOM from University of Arkansas - Fayetteville, AR. He enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, and our office dog Winston, who is generally here at the office. Come see how you can join the team and become a good neighbor, and we hope to bring in a new member that is just as positive and enthusiastic about supporting and engaging with our local community.

Community Recognition: Here\xe2\x80\x99s what our community has to say about working with our agency -

• \xe2\x80\x9cFinding the right insurance is difficult and even more difficult is finding an agent trustworthy and who cares about what\xe2\x80\x99s in your personal best interest. Well look no further, Phillip Gooch will find the best for you at the best possible rate, he absolutely takes care of you in every possible way. Every situation I have gone through he and his people at this State Farm location have always made sure to provide the most help and support and reach a solution as quickly as possible. I can safely say I trust these people and will stay with State Farm and I would recommend Phillip Gooch to anyone. He and specifically Suzanne have always been there for me and my needs and have kept me well informed, thank y\xe2\x80\x99all so much!\xe2\x80\x9d

• \xe2\x80\x9cI have been with State Farm now a little over 3 years and everyone at this location is so amazing. Every question I have they go above and beyond to make sure they are answered. Ms. Suzanne is amazing she has the best customer service by far I have every experienced. I highly recommend if you are looking for an agent that cares Phillip Gooch and his staff are definitely the ones to consider.\xe2\x80\x9d

• \xe2\x80\x9cI\xe2\x80\x99ve been a State Farm customer for almost 25 years and gone through several agents, and, without a doubt, Phillip Gooch is my favorite agent by far. He and his staff have always been friendly and helpful, and they have always responded and dealt with situations faster than any other agent I\xe2\x80\x99ve had. Highly recommended!\xe2\x80\x9d

If you are motivated to succeed and can see yourself in this role, please complete our application. We guarantee to connect with you within 48 hours on the next steps of the interview process.

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