Direct Markets Account Executive

If you are an experienced, aggressive sales leader now is the time to move forward, make a difference, and join Zurich Direct Markets. We have a highly sought after opening for an Account Executive in our California territory. In this role we are looking for an organized and driven individual that has a “don’t take no for an answer” mentality.

 

About Zurich Direct Markets:

 

This business unit specializes in providing Property and Casualty insurance, and F&I products, to the automotive industry. We have a dedicated sales force who meet regularly and directly with our customers. 

 

Our Account Executives:

 

• Identify and cultivate new commercial business prospects to provide Property and Casualty insurance to large retail automobile dealers and support the marketing of F&I products in assigned territory
• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing customers
• Manage an existing territory driving growth and profitability
• Makes sales presentations to clients in person or utilizing Microsoft Teams environment
• Work closely with other field team members to maintain and enhance customer relationships and provide seamless program / product implementation.
• Work in an entrepreneurial atmosphere with six figure income opportunity

 

Basic Qualifications: 

 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in Outside Sales area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and No prior experience required in the Outside Sales area
  AND
• Knowledge of principles of sales, sales techniques, and sales terminology
• Knowledge of requirements within insurance industry regulatory environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• The ability to be licensed to sell insurance in the states where required 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

 

• 2 or more years of Business to Business sales experience 
• Knowledge of principles of sales, sales techniques, and sales terminology within the Auto Dealership environment
• Knowledge of requirements within insurance industry regulatory environment
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Licensed to sell insurance in the states where required
• Experience analyzing financial statements 

 

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. 

 

The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not