Entry-Level Sales Representative
The Entry-Level Sales Representative at Confidential Client is a full-time, outside sales role focused on building relationships with local businesses to offer supplemental insurance solutions. This position provides structured training, mentorship, and licensing support to help new professionals develop sales skills, achieve clear goals, and grow into long-term careers with earning potential through commissions and bonuses.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Financial Services (Insurance).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
- Meet with local business owners and employees to introduce supplemental insurance solutions on behalf of the confidential client (outside sales / B2B).
- Present coverage options clearly and empathetically, explain benefits, and answer common questions.
- Build long-term relationships through reliable follow-up and strong customer service.
- Apply structured training and one-on-one mentorship to develop sales skills quickly.
- Track progress toward measurable goals and adapt approaches based on feedback and results.
Why This Role Works for New Professionals
- Structured onboarding with licensing support and a weekly base draw to provide early stability.
- Practical, hands-on training: field experience, online learning modules, and mentorship from experienced leaders.
- Clear career path: opportunities to progress into leadership as you demonstrate results.
- Immediate community impact: work face-to-face with local businesses and see the difference you make.
Who We’re Looking For
- Ambitious and coachable — eager to learn and grow in sales.
- Personable and professional — comfortable meeting new people and building rapport.
- Organized and dependable — follows through and manages time effectively.
- Goal-oriented — motivated by measurable progress and success.
- Adaptable — open to feedback and comfortable iterating on approach.
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is a plus).
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for local travel.
- Comfortable using a smartphone and basic CRM/email tools.
- Willingness to obtain a state Health & Life Insurance license (licensing fees reimbursed by the confidential client).
Compensation & Perks
- First-year estimated earnings: $65,000–$85,000 (commissions, bonuses, and weekly base draw during ramp).
- Licensing support and reimbursement for state licensing fees.
- Fast decision cycle with many prospects closing within a few business days.
- Quarterly and annual incentives, including trips, stock-option opportunities, and bonus programs.
- Ongoing professional development through coaching, retreats, and career-path planning.
About the Confidential Client
The confidential client is a financial-services firm focused on supplemental insurance solutions. They provide structured training, local-market support, and a proven system for launching and growing sales careers. This role is a strong fit for professionals who want hands-on field experience backed by mentorship and clear advancement opportunities.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.
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