At Obie, you’ll collaborate with a diverse team that embraces evidence-based decision making, learns from failure, accepts feedback, and is always prepared to make changes for the better. You’ll be expected to operate with flexibility and leverage your curiosity to drive innovation while collaborating with colleagues across teams and areas of expertise. Our ideal teammates are kind, passionate, committed to excellence and eager to nerd out over the best ways to make Obie even better.
Our Chicago based employees are hybrid, and expected to be in office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
While Obie does offer fully remote opportunities for those outside of Chicagoland, we are only currently hiring in the following states: AZ, CA, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, LA, MA, MI, MO, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, WA, WIBrief summary of role:Obie’s insurance production team is searching for a licensed insurance producer for our venture and Y Combinator-backed insurance and risk management start-up. We are looking for an innovative, bright, motivated and hard-working individual to join our team to help us accomplish our mission of combining insurance know-how, innovative technology and world-class service to delight our customers.
What you'll do:
- Take in sales leads, determine which type of policy will be needed, and effectively quote business
- Track and manage new sales leads and metrics
- Proactive and diligent client follow up
- Service existing accounts
- Active Property & Casualty License
- Sales as a superpower: You excel at speaking with people, solve their problems and help them achieve their goals
- 6 months+ experience in insurance sales (commercial or personal lines home/auto highly preferred)
- Ability to work in a structured and fast paced environment
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Propensity and passion for delivering world-class customer service
You should familiarize yourself with these resources before continuing:
a. Ourcompany’s blog to learn more about the space we’re working in and where we write about landlord insurance.
b. Check out our Twitter andLinkedIn to get a glimpse of how people interact with our brand and product.
c. Some posts with and about us around the web (Inc 5000,Estate Innovation,Geek Estate Blog,Business Wire,Innovate State)
d. Podcast appearances: (RCN Capital - Risk Management & Insuring Your Success In Real Estate, The Ryan Hanley Show,The Real Estate Espresso Podcast)1. Meet us and learn about ObieYou'll first talk to a member of the People Ops team on a 30 minute call; you won't need to prepare anything in advance. The goal of this conversation is to get to know you and mutually explore if we might be a good fit for each other. You'll learn more about Obie and have a chance to ask any questions about our company, team, culture, and product.
2. Meet the hiring managerYou'll get to have a 45 minute video interview with the hiring manager. This discussion will be more technical in nature to ensure you have the skills needed to be successful in the role.
3. Project ExerciseThis role requires P&C insurance knowledge and strong communication skills, so we'll present you with a short exercise to complete to provide you a chance to flex those muscles. You will be able to complete this exercise on your own time, so please be thorough and use the resources available to you. More on this when you get there!
4. Meet the teamSince you'll be joining a close-knit team, we'll ask you to meet other people in the company so we get to know each other a bit better.
More about Obie:Founded in 2017, Obie is paving a new path in insurance for landlords and real estate investors. Obie’s goal is to fundamentally change how insurance is bought and sold by building technology and insurance products that increase ease and accessibility for the 17 million residential real estate investors and landlords in the US. Obie offers a superior insurance experience, allowing real estate investors and landlords to obtain the right coverage where it’s most convenient for them, whether that means using our digital quote tools, working with independent agents, or finding us through our integrations with industry partners.
With over 6,000 active policy holders, and over $20 billion in coverage secured, Obie has still barely scratched the surface of its growth potential. That growth is supported by $39 million secured in funding, positioning it perfectly to continue revolutionizing the industry.
Obie has you covered:Being in the insurance industry, we understand the importance of comprehensive benefits for you and your family. These are just some of the benefits and perks we provide:
Competitive salaryFlexible time off with an encouraged minimum time away to support a healthy work-life balance12 weeks of Paid Parental LeaveGreat health, dental and vision coverageLife InsuranceFlexible Spending & Health Savings AccountsStock Options401k matchPet Insurance ReimbursementHealth and wellness benefitEquipment budget - everything you need to do your best workProfessional development supportSummer hours
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