[Remote] NJ/NY Territory Sales Manager (P&C Insurance)

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Swyfft is reshaping the way home and flood insurance products are priced and bound, focusing on delivering exceptional customer service through technology. They are seeking a Territory Sales Manager responsible for managing and growing agent partnerships in New Jersey and New York, leveraging cold calling, industry events, and strategic planning. Responsibilities Act as the trusted advisor to our New Jersey and New York agents, by understanding their business needs to determine new opportunities for growth and how Swyfft can support them Manage and grow the agent base in your assigned states or areas Partner with assigned agents through in-person visits, virtual meetings, or inbound and outbound calls to discuss production expectations and strategy Act as a resource for our agents by answering inquiries or questions about Swyfft products and services Assist with the facilitation of agent training and education webinars Strategize with agents to find creative ways they can maximize their potential and increase our customer base Promote the Swyfft brand and cultivate relationships at conferences, events, and trade shows Staying updated on industry trends, competitor activity, and market conditions to inform sales strategies Track all agent activity, including contacts, communications, revenue potential, and updates in our HubSpot CRM system Skills You have existing agency relationships in your assigned territories High School Diploma or its equivalent (GED) is required Must be proficient with MS Office and other internal insurance related programs, systems or applications Ability to communicate effectively using programs such as HubSpot CRM, Slack & MS Teams Reliable high-speed internet connectivity required Designated quiet work from home space 7+ years of account management or sales experience (in an MGA, carrier, or agency environment preferred) Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is preferred Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Short- and Long-Term Disability (Company Paid) Voluntary Long-Term Disability Employee Life & AD&D (Company Paid) Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and Child Life & AD&D Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit FSA, and Healthcare Savings Account (HSA) 401K with a generous matching contribution and no vesting schedule 20 days of PTO annually (prorated based on hire date) Company Paid Holidays and 2 “Choose Your Own Holidays” Company Overview A simpler way to do home insurance. It was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https//www.swyfft.com/.

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