Entry Level Insurance Agent - Farmers Insurance

Lansing & East Lansing, MI

Multiple Agency Opportunities | Sales & Career Development

Build a Career Where Your Effort Drives Your Success!

Are you motivated by goals, enjoy connecting with people, and want a career with opportunities to grow?

Multiple Farmers Insurance agencies throughout the Lansing and East Lansing area are expanding their teams and looking for ambitious, outgoing individuals who are ready to develop their sales skills and build a rewarding career in the insurance industry.

Whether you have previous sales experience or are looking to transition into a new field, this opportunity provides hands-on training, professional mentorship, and the resources needed to help you succeed.

For individuals with long-term leadership or entrepreneurial ambitions, there may also be opportunities to explore a future pathway toward agency ownership.

About the Role

As an Agent in Training, you'll work alongside experienced insurance professionals while learning how to generate new business, build customer relationships, and develop effective sales strategies.

This is a sales-focused opportunity where you'll be responsible for connecting with prospective customers, identifying their needs, recommending coverage, and working toward measurable production goals.

You'll gain practical experience in insurance sales and customer service while developing valuable skills that can support long-term professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

- Generate new business through outbound calls, agency-provided leads, referrals, networking, and community outreach.
- Connect with prospective customers, assess their insurance needs, and recommend appropriate coverage options.
- Prepare quotes, explain policy benefits, overcome objections, and confidently ask for the sale.
- Sell and cross-sell Auto, Home, Life, and Commercial insurance products.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships through consistent communication and follow-up.
- Manage an organized sales pipeline using CRM tools to track leads, opportunities, and customer interactions.
- Work toward individual and agency sales goals while continuously developing your sales abilities.
- Stay informed about insurance products, coverage options, and industry requirements.
- Participate in ongoing coaching, training, and professional development.

What We're Looking For

- Motivated, goal-oriented individuals who enjoy working toward measurable results.
- Strong communication skills and confidence connecting with new people.
- Comfortable making outbound calls, following up with prospects, and asking for the sale.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and willing to take initiative.
- Organized with strong time-management skills and consistent follow-through.
- Coachable, adaptable, and eager to learn new skills.
- Previous sales, customer service, or insurance experience is preferred but not required.
- Currently holds or is willing to obtain the required Property & Casualty and/or Life & Health insurance licenses. Licensing support is available.
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

- Competitive base compensation plus performance-based bonuses.
- Uncapped commission opportunities as you develop your sales career.
- Paid training, hands-on mentorship, and ongoing sales coaching.
- Access to professional development resources and industry-specific training.
- Opportunities for career advancement, agency leadership, and potential business ownership.
- Flexible work arrangements when available, depending on the individual agency.
- Support from established local agency teams backed by the nationally recognized Farmers Insurance brand.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

We're looking for individuals who want more than just another job. If you're driven to improve, excited about developing new skills, and interested in a career where your performance can influence your earning potential, we'd love to hear from you.

With opportunities available at multiple Farmers Insurance agencies throughout Lansing and East Lansing, you can explore a position that aligns with your experience and long-term career goals.

Apply today and start building your future with Farmers Insurance!

Compensation

Salary + Commission Range $50K – $80K • Offers Commission