Junior Sales Representative

JR. SALES REPRESENTATIVE

COMPANY OVERVIEW

OptiMed Health Plan, a United Group Programs Brand, is an industry leader in Healthcare Benefits. We offer tailored healthcare products for our clients, focusing on the highest level of plan satisfaction and optimization. We are also a full-service benefits organization and Third-Party Administrator (TPA) that provides a high degree of expertise in the design, communication, and administration of benefit programs. The company markets group Self-Funded Major Medical, GAP, Limited Medical, MEC / MVP, Critical Illness, Short and Long-Term Disability, Life, Dental, Vision, and Accident insurance products to brokers, which in turn sell the plans to their clients and prospective consumers.

OptiMed’s core strength is our people and their client centric approach to servicing agencies, brokers, members, providers, and our vast broker network. We have taken great pride in providing quality benefits and service for over half a century. Excellent customer service is our top priority.

POSITION SUMMARY

If you are a motivated individual looking to further your career in the health insurance business and have the drive to succeed, we invite you to apply to our Jr. Sales Representative position.

The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of the Health Insurance Industry and be willing to further their development and sales experience through a Jr. Sales position with OptiMedHealth. The Jr. Sales Representative will work closely with the Vice President of sales to understand our health insurance products, how we position them in the marketplace, and ultimately to sell those products independently. The long term objective of the position is to move into a Vice President of sales role at OptiMed Health.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with VP of Sales to conduct special marketing projects to increase broker base
• Work with current broker sales partners to increase sales (across all product lines)
• Conduct telemarketing activities to generate leads and expand client base
• Provide excellent customer service to brokers and general agents,

addressing their “service/products” needs and inquiries to include quoting new plans.

• Ability to address products & coverage questions regarding our insurance services
• Collaborate with team members to achieve sales targets and deliver exceptional service
• Become proficient with our internal systems and be able to demo to our sales partners
• Maintain client records and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Stay up-to-date with insurance market trends, products, and regulations

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

*Minimum 1 year Employee Benefits experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
• Florida Health Insurance License (required)
• Experience in the Group Health Benefits industry (required)
• Proficiency with the Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel…)
• Familiarity with Employee Benefits administration processes and procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and learn new insurance products
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to travel as needed
• Customer service
• Meeting sales goals
• Closing skills
• Prospecting skills
• Negotiation
• Self-confidence
• Product knowledge
• Presentation skills
• Client relationships
• Motivation for sales

COMPENSATION

• Competitive salary based on experience, plus commissions

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid PTO

JOB TYPE

• Full-Time

WORK LOCATION

Palm Beach County, Fl

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• West Palm Beach, FL 33411: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Palm Beach, FL 33411