Inside Sales Representative

Inside Sales Representative

Inside Sales Representative (also known as Licensed Sales Agents) is responsible for sales, service, retention and growth of ARC’s Individual and Medicare book of business. This includes any and all project oriented business initiatives provided by clients/carriers/vendors etc. of ARC.

Essential Functions

• Place outbound calls to customers interested in ancillary and health insurance products referred by Cornerstone’s licensed industry brokers for both the under and over 65 market.
• Respond to inbound calls from customers with service inquiries or requests for enrollment assistance.
• Cross-selling and retention management of existing book of business.
• Support and adapt to new campaigns and corporate initiatives as directed.
• Present, sell and support all new and existing policies.
• Educate customers on all aspects of insurance plans including qualification of plans, subsidiaries, etc.
• Provide objective information pertaining to coverage, annual notice of change, pharmacy/network coverage and drug formularies.
• Ensure proactive customer service and sales techniques with the highest degree of courtesy and telephone etiquette.
• Place outbound calls to Medicare beneficiaries, confirming and verifying plan enrollment.

Other Functions

• Schedule ongoing carrier training
• Provide internal Client Advisor training to include but not limited to: product and performance training, best practices and compliance
• Outbound call observation and allowing advisors to shadow

Minimum Job Requirements

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Proven sales record essential with a minimum of 1 year direct insurance sales experience.
• Specific Skills: Strong customer service skills; experience using internet, Microsoft Office products and databases; exceptional verbal and written communication skills, ability to express assurance, confidence & empathy; ability to understand complex programs, including legislative updates, and possess ability to clearly and concisely explain and articulate these programs to consumers; ability to understand multiple products and multiple levels of benefits within each product; ability to handle repetitive tasks while remaining focused and productive; able to work a flexible schedule and adapt easily to change.
• Specialized knowledge, licenses, designations, etc.: Must have active and current Life and Health insurance licenses. Must possess a solid understanding of the current legislative environment (i.e., ACA). AHIP Certification and FFM Certification desired.

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