Insurance Agent

Licensed Insurance Agent - Property & Casualty

About APPA Insurance

APPA Insurance is an independent insurance agency committed to providing our customers with dependable service, competitive insurance options, and a personal approach to protecting what matters most.

We are looking for a dependable, motivated, and personable Licensed Insurance Agent to join our growing team. This position will be primarily based in our Floyd County branch, but candidates should be willing to occasionally assist at other APPA Insurance locations when needed. Employer-required travel expenses will be covered by APPA Insurance.

The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable working with customers, able to manage multiple responsibilities, and willing to be flexible as the needs of the agency change.

Primary Responsibilities

As a Licensed Agent, you will play an important role in the day-to-day operation of our agency and in providing excellent service to our customers. Responsibilities may include:

• Generate and develop new personal and commercial insurance business
• Quote and sell Property & Casualty insurance products, including auto, home, business, and other available lines of coverage
• Identify prospective customers and actively develop new sales opportunities
• Follow up with leads, prospects, referrals, and existing customers
• Build relationships with individuals, families, businesses, lenders, real estate professionals, and other referral sources within the local community
• Conduct insurance reviews to identify coverage needs and additional sales opportunities
• Gather and analyze information necessary to prepare accurate insurance quotes
• Present insurance options in a clear, professional, and easy-to-understand manner
• Cross-sell additional insurance products when appropriate
• Develop strong, long-term relationships with customers to encourage retention and referrals

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Currently licensed in Property & Casualty insurance or can obtain in 90-120 days
• Sales-oriented and motivated by achieving goals
• Confident speaking with customers in person, over the phone, and through email or text
• Personable and capable of building strong relationships
• Self-motivated and able to manage their own sales pipeline and follow-up activity
• Organized and able to manage multiple prospects and customers at different stages of the sales process
• Comfortable asking for the sale and following up consistently
• Able to explain insurance products without unnecessary industry jargon
• Professional, dependable, and accountable
• Comfortable using computers, agency management systems, email, and other technology
• Interested in developing a long-term career with a growing independent insurance agency
• Familiar with the Pikeville, Prestonsburg, or surrounding Eastern Kentucky communities

Experience & Licensing

Previous insurance experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate.

Candidates who currently hold a Property & Casualty insurance license are encouraged to apply. We are also interested in candidates with strong customer service and sales experience who are willing to learn the insurance industry and obtain the appropriate licensing if required for their position.

Previous experience in banking, lending, or other financial services is considered a strong advantage. Candidates from these industries often have valuable experience working directly with customers, handling financial transactions and sensitive information, managing documentation, and explaining financial products or services.

We encourage applicants with this type of professional background to apply even if they do not currently have insurance experience.

Compensation may vary based on insurance experience, licensing, qualifications, and responsibilities.

Schedule & Location

This is a full-time position primarily based at APPA Insurance's Floyd County branch located in Betsy Layne which is within minutes to the Pike County Line.

The employee should be willing to occasionally work from or travel to other APPA Insurance locations when business needs require. Travel required by the employer will be reimbursed or otherwise covered by APPA Insurance.

Join the APPA Insurance Team

If you are dependable, enjoy helping people, and are looking for an opportunity to build a career with a growing independent insurance agency, we'd like to hear from you.

Whether you already have insurance experience or you're coming from a banking, lending, financial services, or customer service background, this could be a great opportunity to build a long-term career in the insurance industry.

We value employees who take ownership of their responsibilities, provide great service, work well with their teammates, and are willing to step in where needed.

Apply today to join the APPA Insurance team.

Pay: $36,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Property & Casualty License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person