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The Farmers Insurance Group of Companies® was founded in 1928 when Farmers Insurance Exchange, an automobile insurer, was formed. As customer demand for additional insurance services increased, the Fire Insurance Exchange and Truck Insurance Exchange were established for home and commercial insurance needs. Today, theFarmers Insurance Group of Companies is the country's third-largest writer of both private passenger automobile and homeowners insurance.

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Job Description

Are you ready for unprecedented financial success, security and freedom to run your own business?

 

Careers for Agency Owner, Agency Manager, Sales Representative or Agency Producer are available with Farmers in the Houston Area. Farmers offers an exciting opportunity for you to be in business for yourself...not by yourself. If you feel one of these career opportunities may be of interest to you, call 281-240-5525 to schedule a brief phone interview. We are looking to fill 4 Agency Owner positions in 2009.

 

This is the best small business opportunity in America! As a Farmers Agency Owner, you'll join an elite group of entrepreneurs representing the third-largest personal lines insurance company in America. Our agents are professional risk advisors and consultants who help customers protect and build their assets. The #1 career for high performance people is developing your own business in the Insurance and Financial Services industry! We have one of the highest retention rates of agents in the industry as well.

 

Our Agents in their own words...

 

"I spent 13 years working for other people in the corporate world. During those years, I gained the skills and the confidence needed to start my own business. Farmers gave me the opportunity to achieve my self-employment dream and so much more. This career is the most fulfilling work I have ever done. It is rare in life to be able to say that you have made someone's life better. I can go home at night knowing that my client's dreams are protected from the hazards of daily life. The amazing part of this work is that the financial rewards continue to grow as time goes by. The harder you work the more you make, unlike the corporate 'salaried' positions of my past. I would highly recommend this career to anyone who is not afraid to succeed." -Keith Wagner (The Woodlands, TX)

 

I chose Farmers for independence, outstanding income potential, and to be my own boss. In my previous position, I was limited in income and had little freedom. I now have made more money than I could have ever imagined, and I have the freedom to set my own schedule." -Cindy Vance



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The top 10% Farmers Agents in our Houston District earned an average of $411,612 in 2008; All Agents average income was $180,787. First year realistic earnings of a new Agent are $60,000 - $100,000 with some exceeding this the first year! You will also be able to significantly increase your income by earning bonuses every quarter based on your performance.

 

Financial support is provided during the first 2 years of your career. Farmers will assist you financially in excess of $73,800 in growing your business and reimbursing expenses. Agents' marketing efforts are supported by the Farmers Lead Center marketing system designed to help you obtain new clients.  Are you bilingual? Ask about our Career bonus of $5,000 if you are fluent in Spanish, Chinese or many other Asian languages.

 

Becoming a member of The Farmers Team allows you to:

 

  • Achieve job security, with unprecedented earning potential
  • Gain independence and freedom with flexible hours
  • Use your 'creative ability' to direct your own business result
  • Obtain personal achievement and career satisfaction
  • Have an opportunity to create wealth (equity) for retirement
  • Receive comprehensive training in all facets of the business

     

    Farmers extensive insurance and financial portfolios include 40+ different products such as: Auto, Home, Life, Financial and Retirement*, Annuities, Business and Commercial Insurance, Flood, Boat and Recreational Vehicles. Convenience of one-stop shopping in your office provides multiple account sales opportunities.

     

    Recognition: Farmers provides great travel awards to great resort locations to honor those that perform at high achievement levels.

     

    Equity Building: While growing your agency, you will also develop a substantial monetary or equity value received when you sell your agency back to Farmers at retirement. If you prefer, the agency could be purchased by a family member as a legacy to continue the business.

     

    Benefits: Group plans include: medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and group life.

     

    Agency Producer Opportunity
    If you prefer a sales representative position as a licensed employee assisting existing Agents, just let us know. A sales position without the responsibility of managing an insurance agency may be the right career choice for you!

     

    This is an OPPORTUNITY to succeed beyond what you have dreamed. Contact us today at 281-240-5525 to schedule a brief phone interview.



  • Job Requirements

    FARMERS is looking for candidates with: Strong interpersonal skills,an entrepreneurial ability to run your own agency, and a successful sales and/or business background. A four-year college degree is preferred while a good credit background is required. Prior insurance experience is not required. All candidates will be obtaining Property and Casualty License, Life License, and Series 6 and 63 Securities Licenses*


    For consideration and confidential interview, email your resume to [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] or call 281-240-5525.
    Inquiries will be handled on a confidential basis.

     

     

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