Receptionist - State Farm Agent Team Member
11 days ago
New Hyde Park
Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k) matching, • Bonus based on performance, • Competitive salary, • Opportunity for advancement, • Paid time off Start Your Insurance Career. Build Skills. Grow into Sales. Do you enjoy engaging with people and see yourself in a sales-driven, client-facing rolebut want to learn the fundamentals first? Were looking for a Receptionist whos ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career in the insurance industry. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a professional office environment, enjoys helping others, and is motivated to grow into a licensed insurance sales position. Role Overview As our front desk Receptionist, youll be the first point of contact for clientscreating a welcoming, professional experience while supporting daily agency operations. Youll gain hands-on exposure to the insurance business, learn the client lifecycle, and receive mentorship from experienced team membersall while preparing to pursue licensing and transition into a sales role if its the right fit. Key Responsibilities • Greet clients and visitors professionallyin person, over the phone, and via email, • Manage scheduling, appointments, and day-to-day office communications, • Support administrative tasks including maintaining records and organizing documentation, • Handle basic customer inquiries and route clients to licensed team members as needed, • Participate in client interactions to identify needs and uncover potential coverage gaps, • Assist with quoting support, follow-ups, and outreach efforts, • Collaborate with the team on office operations and special projectsWhat Were Looking For, • Recent college graduate or early-career professional preferred, • Customer service, administrative, or retail/sales experience is a plus, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn, • Comfortable engaging with customers and exploring sales opportunities, • Proficient in Microsoft Office and adaptable to new systems, • Interest in obtaining a Property & Casualty and/or Life & Health license (guidance provided)What We Offer, • Hands-on exposure to the insurance industry and client experience lifecycle, • Paid opportunity to learn, grow, and evaluate a future in sales, • Clear path to promotion into a licensed sales role, • Supportive, team-oriented environment invested in your development, • Structured guidance toward licensing and long-term career advancementReady to start your career and grow into a sales role? Apply today and take the first step toward a meaningful future in insurance. Equal Opportunity Employer Pete Mathison State Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and employees and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. This position is with a State Farm independent contractor agent, not with State Farm Insurance Companies.