Farmers Insurance - District 61

Insurance Sales Manager Trainee


Job Overview

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00+ Year 1 income potential based on performance. Higher income levels are attainable with sustained performance. Ownership track available for qualified candidates.

About Farmers Insurance:

Farmers Insurance is a leading provider of a wide range of insurance products and services. With over 90 years of experience, Farmers is committed to offering customized insurance solutions to meet the needs of individuals and businesses. Farmers Insurance is not just a placed to work - it's a place to grow your career. We believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment where all employees can thrive. Our Insurance Sales Manager Trainee position provides aspiring professionals with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, mentoring, and skill development to launch a successful career in insurance.

Why Farmers, Why Now?

While many carriers are scaling back, Farmers is expanding! This is your chance to partner with a company that's investing in growth opportunities - and your success. You'll build your career with real equity from day one, backed by a national Fortune 500 brand and local support from our district office.

Sales Professionals with Long-Term Ambition

Farmers Insurance District 61 is seeking high-performing sales professionals interested in a structured path towards a successful career within the insurance industry.

We are growing, and we're looking for ambitious Insurance Sales Manager Trainee who thrive in a structured, performance-driven environment, and are ready to build a lasting career of their own.

If you are coachable, competitive, energized by hitting targets, enjoy building relationships, and want a stable income with performance upside — this could be the opportunity you're looking for.

This opportunity starts in a sales role and is designed for individuals who want to develop leadership skills, build business acumen, and earn advancement through performance.

This is not a shortcut to ownership.

It is a performance-based development track.

If you are serious about growth and willing to earn the next level this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for.

We're offering a stable, growth-orientated opportunity with performance based advancement and the backing of one of the most well known and trusted names in the industry. This is a hands-on opportunity to learn from top-performing insurance professionals and build a rewarding career in the industry.

As an Insurance Sales Manager Trainee with Farmers Insurance, you'll participate in an immersive training program designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and real-world experience needed to run your own successful agency.

Under the mentorship of an experienced agency leader, you'll develop expertise in sales, customer relationships, leadership, and business operations. This structured program provides a clear pathway for growth, with the potential to step into a leadership role upon successful completion.

Growth & Advancement Opportunity

High-performing sales professionals will be eligible for consideration into an agency ownership pathway.

This pathway includes:

  • Demonstrated production consistency
  • Financial readiness requirements
  • Licensing and compliance standards
  • Business planning and operational training

Advancement is based on performance, leadership capability, and long-term commitment — not tenure alone.

This is an earned opportunity designed for individuals who:

  • Consistently exceed production expectations
  • Demonstrate financial responsibility
  • Show leadership and operational capability
  • Commit to building a sustainable business

We are looking for professionals who view this as a long-term career move — not a short-term income experiment.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique:

  • FREE Licensing Support: No license? No Problem! We'll pay for your licensure courses!
  • Annual Bonuses: Consistent results lead to impressive rewards.
  • Award-Winning Training & Mentorship: Learn from industry professionals and one of the fastest-growing districts in the state.
  • Broker Solutions: Expand your customer reach and revenue opportunities with internal brokered insurance solutions.

Ideal Candidate

This role is best for someone who:

  • Is motivated by sales goals and performance metrics
  • Wants income stability with commission upside
  • Is coachable and open to feedback
  • Works well in a structured environment
  • Enjoys phone-based and relationship-driven sales

This Role Is NOT Ideal For Someone Who:

  • Is uncomfortable making outbound calls
  • Is okay with someone determining your worth
  • Prefers a slow-paced work environment
  • Is not motivated by commission-based earnings
  • Prefer hourly or fixed-income roles

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits

Annual Base Salary + Commission + Bonus Opportunities

Mon-Fri Schedule

Evenings Off

Hands on Training

Career Growth Opportunities

Performance Based Advancement

Increased Earning Potential

Paid Time Off (PTO)

District Support/Guidance

Ownership track available for qualified candidates

Requirements
  • Sales experience, preferred (insurance, mortgage, real estate, B2B, retail leadership, etc.), but we will train motivated professionals who demonstrate drive and discipline. We value ambition, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn above everything else.
  • Current Property & Casualty, plus Life, Health and Annuities license, or willingness to obtain with district support. Must be able to able to obtain P&C license prior to starting. Licensure study materials paid for by Farmers District 61.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and insurance-related software
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Responsibilities
  • Provide expert advice on insurance coverage options, including auto, home, life, business, and other specialty lines.
  • Develop and implement sales strategies to generate new business opportunities
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients to assess their insurance needs.
  • Prepare and present insurance proposals to clients, policy changes, claims, and other customer inquiries promptly and accurately.
  • Stay updated on insurance industry trends, products, and regulations
  • Collaborate with team members to achieve sales targets and agency goals
  • Participate in training programs to enhance product knowledge and sales skills

Remote Type: No
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Category: Insurance Sales
Location: Richmond,VA,23060,US

About Us

Farmers is proud to serve more than 10 million households with more than 19 million individual policies across all 50 states through the efforts of over 48,000 exclusive and independent agents and nearly 21,000 employees.

Our story began with the simple goal of insuring the vehicles of rural farmers but as the world changed, so did we. Today, the companies comprising the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies make up one of the country's largest insurers of vehicles, homes and small businesses and provide a wide range of other insurance and financial services products.

You may know us by our famous jingle 'We are Farmers, bum-ba-dum, bum-bum-bum-bum' or by our tagline 'We know a thing or two, because we've seen a thing or two'.

Why Join Us

By joining our team, you will:

Hands-On Learning Experience: Gain direct, real-world experience in running an insurance business. You won’t just learn theory—you’ll be applying strategies in real time, developing the critical skills needed to thrive as an agency owner.

Mentorship for Success: Work alongside industry leaders who will personally mentor and guide you through every step. Their insights and expertise will shape your journey, providing you with the foundation to build your own successful insurance business.

Growth-Oriented Culture: Join a dynamic, diverse, and forward-thinking team that celebrates success, supports one another, and is driven by a shared commitment to excellence. You’ll be surrounded by ambitious peers and mentors who will push you to new heights.

Join a company that values innovation, community, and entrepreneurial success - start your journey with Farmers Insurance TODAY!

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