Sales Counselor

Sales/Retail/Business Development Relevant Work Experience: 2+ to 5 Years Sales CounselorCommitted.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future.  That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference. We are currently looking for a Sales Counselor. Please read on for more details regarding this position. JOB DESCRIPTION: SUMMARY:Consult and counsel with prospective customers via telephone to sell Personal Insurance products.  Utilize basic understanding of Travelers Personal Insurance products and underwriting guidelines to gather required customer information, evaluate and properly price individual risks.  Represent Travelers in a positive manner to close the sale as appropriate. PRIMARY DUTIES:Establish rapport and provide a superior sales experience with prospective customers. Develop product, underwriting and sales knowledge to counsel and sell available Personal Insurance products. Solicit all information necessary to produce a quote. Develop underwriting exposures and make pricing decisions or recommendations to Underwriter (as appropriate) Represent Travelers in a positive manner to close the sale as appropriate.  Work to expand telemarketing, sales and systems skills, build knowledge of underwriting criteria and guidelines, and increase product knowledge. WORK EXPERIENCE:Minimum of 2+ years of related experiencePrior experience in Call Center within Sales and/or Customer ServiceSales experience a plus COMMUNICATION SKILLS:Solid communication skills. COMPUTER SKILLS:Solid computer keyboard skills. OTHER:Must be able to multi-task within a high volume sale center environment. Solid knowledge of Personal Insurance products. Basic sales skills or aptitude. Ability to obtain Property/Casualty Insurance License. In addition to an exciting environment, we offer: * Competitive base salary with additional opportunities for variable pay through recognition programs and incentive awards * 401(k) with company match* Comprehensive health plans that include coverage for same sex/domestic partners* Strong work/family and employee assistance programs* Tuition reimbursement * Vacation Purchase Plan* Training/Development opportunities We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. Explore what we have to offer.  For immediate consideration for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button at the bottom of this posting.  Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We actively promote a drug-free workplace.     Company: Travelers Companies, Inc.