POSITION OVERVIEW:

Why an Insurance Career? Stability! - A recession-resisitant career. People and businesses still need insurance during economic downturns. Many types of insurance are legally required, so demand remains stable regardless of economic conditions. In times of uncertainty people actually need more coverage, not less. Thats why after 39 successful years in business our Desjardins Insurance office in Collingwood is still growing.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Must be able to obtain Property and Casualty license with lots of support = just the beginning of a successful career (note: having a good personal credit score is necessary for government insurance licensing sponsorship)
• Sales Experience will be a valued asset, but an energetic, enthusiastic Team Player can be trained.
• Able to multi-task effectively/Detail oriented with good organizational skills
• Comfortable on the phone with a warm and pleasant telephone manner
• Friendly, positive, optimistic and upbeat attitude/Confident, approachable and outgoing
• Excellent communication skills, good conversationalist
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to learn computer functions/Proficient in Microsoft Office-Outlook, Word and Excel

SALARY RANGE: $40000 - $60000/YEAR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE INCLUDING SALARY & BONUS AND OTHER INCENTIVES. THIS IS AN IN-OFFICE POSITION, NOT REMOTE.

After all resumes are reviewed, possible candidates will be contacted by email regarding the next steps in the interview process. Not everyone will be contacted. I thank everyone ahead of time for their interest.
These positions are with an independent contractor agent that is part of the Desjardins exclusive agent network, not with Desjardins Group or its subsidiaries. This agents’ employees are not employees of Desjardins. Independent contractor agents are responsible for and make all employment decisions regarding their employees

• Auto and Property Service and Sales.
• Establish customer relationships and follow-up with customers as needed.
• Provide prompt, accurate, and friendly customer service which can include responding to inquiries regarding insurance availability, eligibility, coverage, policy changes, transfers, claim guidance, and billing clarifications.