Insurance Advisor I (Texas)
The Zebra
Introduction:
The Zebra, named a Best Place to Work in Austin four years running, is revolutionizing how connected consumers research and shop for insurance. We intentionally strive to build diverse teams that feel inclusive for all. Our motto is "All Stripes Welcome," and we put that into practice by valuing both traditional and non-conventional backgrounds and perspectives. Our Zeebs are passionate about learning, growing, & working together to tackle exciting problems.
The Zebra is looking for hard-working, motivated professionals to join our lively call center and tight-knit team. You’ll be the first point of contact for our customers shopping for insurance on the nation’s leading insurance comparison site. Your role will be to turn insurance shoppers into long-term customers and brand champions of The Zebra.
Schedule:
This is a full-time 40 hours/week position. With our growing Agency, hours are always subject to change.
Working hours are prescheduled and are within:
Monday to Friday: 7:00AM - 9:00PM
Saturday & Sunday: 9:00AM - 6:30PM
Location:
Our agents start off 100% remote. Every licensed employee must conduct business from their primary residence in Texas. All new hires will need to relocate to Texas by the time of their start date.
Salary:
This is an hourly position with a rate of $19.00 per hour. Our sales agents are hourly, but usually make between $45k-60k annually in their first year (but with base rates and an uncapped incentive structure, some of our senior agents hit $85K+)!
What You'll Do:
Answer inbound sales calls from customers who need assistance with purchasing various insurance products
Quote and sell through multiple insurance carriers and quoting platforms
Cross-sell customers to meet all of their insurance needs
Maintain a high level of production while providing professional service in a fast paced sales environment
Opportunities to learn and grow
What We're Looking For:
One year of high-volume call center experience and a motivated, positive, and solution-oriented attitude is required!
Adaptability: You thrive in a fast-paced flexible environment and love talking with people.
Coach-ability: You take feedback well and implement it as needed to improve your approaches.
Communication: You are clear and concise with verbal and written communication.
Value self-awareness, intellectual integrity, judgment, emotional intelligence.
Reliable internet is required for this position.
Experience that Will Impress the Heck Out of Us
You already have a TX (General Lines) Property & Casualty license.
You bring experience working within insurance sales.
Interview Process:
Recruiter Screen: 30 min phone call to discuss your background and the role.
Team Interview: 45 minutes via Zoom to run through an in-depth call center interview.
Final Interview: 30 minutes via Zoom to review career growth & any follow-up questions.
Benefits & Perks:
Inclusive and healthy environments are crafted intentionally. All of our employees can join and participate in (or create your own!) Employee Resource Groups. Here are some other wonderful perks of working here:
Unlimited planned PTO (paid time off)
Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Coverages
HSA offering + employer contribution
401k with company match
Paid Parental Leave Program
Internet stipend ($40/month)
Learning & Development Opportunities
Join a team that truly lives their values (outside of the office. Cliche, we know… but we really mean it)
About The Zebra:
The Zebra is the nation’s leading, independent insurance comparison site. With our dynamic, real-time quote comparison tool, consumers can identify insurance companies with the coverage, service level, and pricing to suit their unique needs. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, The Zebra has sought to bring transparency and simplicity to insurance shopping since 2012 -- it's “insurance in black and white.”
We've garnered attention and investment of some of the nation’s top venture capitalists. Check out all of our awards & recognition!
Our core mantra is "All Stripes Welcome." As part of our dedication to maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce, we provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform core job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation!