Insurance Agent with Military Background
4 days ago
Kansas City
Job Description Transition Your Military Expertise into Financial Services: A career in the military builds skills and experiences that naturally align with a successful transition into financial services. From discipline and strategic planning to leadership and teamwork, these qualities create a strong foundation for helping others while achieving personal and professional growth. • Resilience and Discipline: The focus, determination, and resilience ingrained through military service are invaluable when building meaningful member relationships and achieving long-term career success., • Strategic Decision-Making: The ability to assess situations, plan effectively, and make sound decisions under pressure mirrors the skills required to guide members through critical financial planning., • Leadership and Trust: Military professionals often earn trust and build strong bonds within their teams, a quality that translates seamlessly to creating credibility and rapport with members. About the Role: As an Insurance Agent, your role centers on building strong client relationships and understanding their protection goals. You’ll provide personalized advice and craft customized strategies to help members protect what matters most. Additionally, there is a clear growth path from Insurance Agent to Financial Advisor, allowing you to expand your expertise and offer even more comprehensive financial guidance as you advance in your career. Why Agents Excel: Our streamlined onboarding process prepares most new agents to start within 30 days. A mentorship program ensures early success, with 25-35 appointments alongside experienced mentors. Agents benefit from paid licensing, professional designations, and a mission-driven career serving fellow Catholics. Key Qualifications: While a 2 or 4 year degree is preferred, it’s not required. Candidates must be ready to quickly obtain (or reinstate) state insurance licenses and FINRA certifications. To align with the Knights of Columbus charter and IRS nonprofit requirements, agents must meet specific membership criteria, which are limited to Catholic men as defined by the organization.* Benefits and Incentives: • Path to exceed $100,000 in first year earnings, with starting draw., • Up to $12,000 in training grant., • Significant variable perks including commissions, bonuses and incentive trips, offering unlimited earning potential based on performance., • Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and disability insurance. Meet Our Leaders: John Mahon, David Soukap, Scott Hinkebein, Jeremy Mahon: John Mahon - General Agent • How long as an agent? 27 years, • Prior Experience? Owned two grocery stores before starting with KoC, • How long as an agent? 24 years, • Prior Experience? Former farmer and agricultural salesman before joining KoC, • How long as an agent? 14 years, • Prior Experience? Started with KoC early in his career, • How long as an agent? 3 years, • Prior Experience? Worked as a Hy-Vee District Manager before joining KoC, • Passionate About? Enjoys making an impact in his community through charitable work. Also enjoys spending time with his family and his faith. About Us: Founded in 1882 by Blessed Father Michael J. McGivney and parishioners of St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, Connecticut, the Knights of Columbus embodies the principles of charity, unity, and fraternity. Our mission is to provide spiritual and financial protection for Catholic families while fostering a sense of community and faith among members from diverse backgrounds and stages of life. Charity lies at the heart of everything we do, supporting a wide array of initiatives that uplift the sick, disabled, and those in need. As a fraternal benefit society, we deliver financial security for members and their families, transforming premiums into meaningful charitable impact. Guided by our principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism, we uphold core values of Integrity, Professionalism, Excellence, and Respect, making the Knights a fulfilling, mission-driven career home. With a legacy of top-tier awards and a focus on training and development, we provide the tools, mentorship, and support needed to help you succeed. Join us and make a lasting impact while growing your career in financial services! \r\n\r\nAbout Us:\r\nFounded in 1882 by Blessed Father Michael J. McGivney and parishioners of St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, Connecticut, the Knights of Columbus embodies the principles of charity, unity, and fraternity. Our mission is to provide spiritual and financial protection for Catholic families while fostering a sense of community and faith among members from diverse backgrounds and stages of life.\r\n\r\nCharity lies at the heart of everything we do, supporting a wide array of initiatives that uplift the sick, disabled, and those in need. As a fraternal benefit society, we deliver financial security for members and their families, transforming premiums into meaningful charitable impact. Guided by our principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism, we uphold core values of Integrity, Professionalism, Excellence, and Respect, making the Knights a fulfilling, mission-driven career home.\r\n\r\nWith a legacy of top-tier awards and a focus on training and development, we provide the tools, mentorship, and support needed to help you succeed. Join us and make a lasting impact while growing your career in financial services!\r\n\r\n*This qualification is in accordance with the Knights of Columbus' governing charter and bylaws, as a Catholic fraternal benefit society under IRS Section 501(c)(8).