Start your journey to becoming an insurance agency owner today!

As a trusted name in the insurance industry, we at the Farmers Insurance District 35 Austin office are looking to expand our team with a dynamic, self-motivated entrepreneurial spirit to join our team as a Farmers Insurance Protégé

What does Insurance Protégé mean?

The Farmers Insurance Protégé Program is a mentorship-based training initiative designed to help aspiring individuals become Farmers Insurance agency owners by providing hands-on experience, comprehensive training, and mentorship.

The ultimate goal is a transition to agency ownership upon successful completion of the 9- to 12-month program.

Participants will learn all the ins and outs of insurance:

• Sales
• Marketing
• Customer service skills
• Management skills

All while gaining real-world experience to then build their own book of insurance clients one day.

No buy-ins. No start-up fees.

*This position is W2 with a base pay and commission.

What You'll Gain:

• A structured path to business ownership.
• Guidance from experienced insurance mentors.
• An opportunity to connect with other people in the insurance industry, experienced and up-and-coming.
• Experience in insurance, sales, business operations, and leadership.

More than a 9-5

It's an opportunity to build a business, control your income potential, and make an impact in your community.

Pay:

Base Range + Commission

$18-$20/hour + Commission Opportunity

Average Obtainable Commission - $3K-$8K

How much you make is up to you.

Learn more at:

https://recruitment.farmers.com/reasons-to-own-a-farmers-agency

Salary Range: $6,000.00 - $9,000.00 per month

Benefits

Monthly Base Salary + Commission

Career Growth Opportunities

Mon-Fri Schedule

Parental Leave

Hands on Training

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Downtown Parking Access

Monthly Base Salary + Commission

Life Insurance

Future Business Owner

Evenings Off

Who makes a great candidate for this position?

• Recent graduates or early-career professionals looking for a strong start.
• Individuals considering a career change and wanting a clear path forward.
• People who are competitive, goal-driven, and motivated by results.
• Strong communicators who enjoy building relationships with others.
• Coachable individuals who are open to learning and applying feedback

Qualifications:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with clients.
• Self-driven and goal-oriented.
• Able to work independently and with a team, as needed.
• Positive attitude, team player, and strong work ethic.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to learn new products and services quickly.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be willing to obtain a Texas insurance license (Property & Casualty, Life & Health).
• Farmers provides study materials, training resources, and support to ensure you are prepared to obtain your license.

More than learning.

It's a job jumpstarting your career.

Sales & Business Development

• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet or exceed monthly and annual targets.
• Identify new business opportunities through networking, referrals, and prospecting activities.
• Follow up with leads and prospective clients to close sales and meet established goals.

Client Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients
• Understand the client's needs to recommend appropriate insurance products.
• Provide clients with information on policies, premiums, and coverage options to help them make informed decisions.
• Manage customer service needs, answer questions, and resolve any issues or concerns.

Operations, Compliance, & Market Awareness

• Stay up to date with industry trends, products, and market conditions to best serve clients.
• Maintain and update accurate client records in the system.