Travel Insurance Agent

BestQuote is rapidly growing its web-based insurance brokerage specializing in travel, accident and sickness insurance. Through our online quote engine, we help international and Canadian clients locate insurance policies that provide the best coverage at the best cost.

We have an immediate opening for a permanent full-time licensed insurance agent. We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented individual who is interested in working in a fast-paced environment in our Vancouver office. After completing a training program, daily tasks will focus on selling and administering travel insurance policies.

Required

• Minimum High School Graduation (BC or equivalent);
• University diploma/degree preferred;
• LLQP (either Life or Accident/Sickness) with some previous insurance sales or administration experience (candidates with relevant experience willing to quickly write the exam will be considered);
• Fluent reading, writing and speaking skills in English;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Preference will be given to agents fluent in Mandarin or Korean;
• High energy, positive attitude and team player;
• Ability to take direction, but act with initiative and self-motivate to meet deadlines and responsibilities;
• Solid organizational ability and attention to detail;
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure;
• Knowledge of database applications;
• Legally authorized to work in Canada;
• Previous sales & marketing experience would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Sell insurance policies by phone and email;
• Process client orders;
• Answer client calls;
• Send email marketing communication to website users;
• Complete administrative tasks such as processing early return refunds, cancellations, and policy date changes;
• Validate monthly commission statements from suppliers;
• Follow up with clients to obtain missing application/refund information;
• Complete various tasks associated with the operation of our day-to-day business.
  
  
  

Bonus Pool

• After a probationary period, staff members join the bonus pool and can earn up to an extra $10,000 per annum.