Direct Markets Account Executive - Seattle

Direct Markets Account Executive - Seattle

We are seeking an experienced and driven sales leader to join Zurich Direct Markets as an Account Executive in our Seattle territory.

Immediate benefits include work from home flexibility, travel, a competitive base salary with uncapped incentives, excellent benefits (Medical, Dental, 401k, PTO), and a Company Car (subject to a driving record check) provided.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 1+ years of sales experience
• OR Completion of a Zurich-approved Apprenticeship program with an Associate Degree (no prior sales experience required)
• Ability to obtain insurance sales licenses where required

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years of business-to-business outside sales experience
• Strong understanding of direct sales principles, closing techniques, and industry-specific terminology
• Familiarity with insurance industry regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Current insurance sales licenses (where required) or the ability to be licensed
• Experience with financial statement analysis

Background:

Zurich Direct Markets specializes in offering Property and Casualty insurance and F&I products to the automotive industry, supported by a dedicated field sales team that regularly engages directly with clients.

As an Account Executive
, your responsibilities will include:

• Identifying and developing new business prospects, focusing on providing Property and Casualty insurance to large automotive dealers, while also supporting F&I product marketing within the assigned territory
• Attending Automotive industry events to promote Zurich’s sales and marketing initiatives
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with both new and existing customers
• Effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders via various channels (in-person and virtual) to maintain solid relationships
• Managing and growing your assigned territory to achieve profitability and exceed sales targets
• Collaborating with field team members to ensure seamless implementation of programs and products, while strengthening customer relationships
• Working remotely in an entrepreneurial environment

The annualized variable compensation range, based on performance under the sales incentive plan for this role, is between $180,000 and $240,000

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.