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Insurance Agent Trainee

Kemper, Tarboro, NC, United States


Role: Life Insurance Sales Agent Location: Tarboro, North Carolina

Employment Details

Full‑Time with Benefits

Field Role

Career and Opportunity Kemper is a diversified insurance holding company with 100 + years of experience. We are committed to serving modest‑income families through regular personal home visits to collect premiums, conduct sales, and address service needs. New, unlicensed agents start with a paid training period to prepare for licensing. Once licensed, you receive a book of business and earn a percentage of collected premiums plus commissions on new sales. Performance is rewarded through awards, prizes, and company trips.

Benefits

Major Medical and Dental Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Day‑to‑Day Activities

Conduct sales presentations, recommend products, and close new sales

Prospect for new sales opportunities

Maintain strong customer relationships by collecting premiums on a pre‑arranged schedule

Respond promptly to service requests such as beneficiary changes, claims, and loans

Record keeping, accounting for money collected, and processing policy paperwork

Agent Expectations

Grow the assigned territory through new sales

Build strong working relationships with customers

Devote the necessary time to fulfill responsibilities

Pursue continuous professional development in insurance products and sales effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications

Customer service experience

At least 18 years of age

Valid driver’s license with required auto insurance coverage

Dependable vehicle for daily travel

Pass a background check, motor vehicle report, and drug screening

Authorization to work in the United States

Preparation

Licensing: Free access to study tools and professional guidance to prepare for licensing exams

Training: Onboarding development program with self‑study, classroom instruction, and field mentoring by your Sales Manager

On‑the‑Job Training: Earn a paycheck while learning your profession through hands‑on experience

Equal Opportunity Employer Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and maintain a workplace free from discrimination.

Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes are considered the property of Kemper, and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it.

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