Direct Markets Account Executive

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities for Property and Casualty insurance targeting large automotive dealerships.

• Assist with F&I product marketing initiatives within the designated territory.

• Participate in automotive industry events to promote Zurich’s sales and marketing strategies.

• Establish and nurture relationships with both new and existing clients.

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders through both in-person and virtual communication channels.

• Manage and expand the assigned territory to meet profitability goals and surpass sales objectives.

• Deliver sales presentations either in person or via Microsoft Teams.

• Collaborate with field team members to execute programs and launch products.

• Enhance customer relationships and increase market share.

• Operate remotely in an entrepreneurial setting.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 1 year of sales experience.

• Alternatively, completion of a Zurich-approved Apprenticeship program with an Associate Degree; no prior sales experience necessary.

• Capability to obtain insurance sales licenses as required.

• Preferably 4+ years of business-to-business outside sales experience.

• Strong grasp of direct sales principles, closing techniques, and industry-specific terminology is preferred.

• Familiarity with insurance industry regulations is advantageous.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is preferred.

• Current insurance sales licenses as required, or the ability to obtain them, is preferred.

• Experience in financial statement analysis is preferred.

• Must be eligible to work in North Carolina.

• Employment sponsorship is not available.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexibility to work from home.

• Travel opportunities.

• Uncapped incentives.

• Medical benefits.

• Dental benefits.

• 401(k) plan.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• Company car, contingent upon a driving record check.

• Potential for bonuses and merit increases.

• Comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.

• An environment that fosters growth, inclusion, and support.