Operates as an independent agent to sell life, fire, accident, industrial and marine insurance for a range of insurance companies.
Tasks Include:
compiles lists of prospective clients from directories and other sources
makes contact with prospective clients to seek interviews and gauge interest
interviews prospective clients to explain insurance policy conditions, risks covered, premium rates and benefits, and to make recommendations on the amount and type of cover
researches and reviews available insurance products to ensure the most appropriate are offered to clients
markets their services to increase client base
may collect premiums and keep records of payments, including appropriate commissions