About this opportunity
Knights of Columbus lists this Insurance Agent opportunity in maryland line, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
A CAREER UNLIKE ANY OTHER
Working with the Knights of Columbus as an insurance agent is unlike any other career opportunity you’ll come across. Knights of Columbus is a fraternal benefit society for Catholic men. We are a not-for-profit charitable membership organization that helps provide financial security to its members and their families through its insurance programs while also engaging in charitable works. In 2023 alone, Knights of Columbus donated $193,000,000 to charity and our members performed 47.5 million hours of volunteer service in their communities.
Each Knights of Columbus insurance agent is assigned to a territory of Knights of Columbus families. Our agents offer meaningful financial and insurance solutions to our Catholic members and their families and join our members in building our church and serving our communities.
The Knights of Columbus insurance program has earned numerous accolades including an A+ (Superior) rating from A.M. Best as of December 2023.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Career centered on the Catholic faith and serving the community
Contacts in our councils who are eligible to purchase insurance
Schedule you set yourself
Coaching on your business plan
Training plan developed just for you
Eligibility for our group life, medical, and disability insurance
Eligibility for our cash balance pension plan and 401(k) plans
Eligibility to earn performance incentives and bonuses
WHAT WE EXPECT FROM OUR AGENTS:
Provide our members and their families with the advice that fits their needs
Be deeply involved in your parish and the councils of Knights you serve
Build and enhance your financial literacy
Learn and follow all regulatory requirements
Provide our members and their families with outstanding customer service
QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum):
Active state license to sell life insurance and our other products, or successful completion of the license process when required by the state OR Willingness to acquire Maryland State Life Insurance License within a month of job offer. Knights of Columbus will help with education for the licensing.
A working, reliable vehicle with required insurance coverage for driving to and from meetings.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (Not required):
Bachelor’s degree
Sales experience
Series 65 license
CFP, CLU, CFA, or CPA professional designations
**Bilingual proficiency is highly valued and considered a strong asset for this role.**
What We Offer
Career centered on the Catholic faith and serving the community
The ability to match your faith with your career goals
The opportunity to build and enhance your financial literacy through KofC University
100% reimbursement for professional designations
Eligibility for our group life, medical, and disability insurance
Eligibility for our cash balance pension plan and 401(k) plans
Eligibility for performance incentives and bonuses
A Note About Insurance Licensing & Contracting Requirements
If we offer you an Agent Agreement, we will ask you to authorize and submit to a background check, including a credit report and drug screening. xavwley We review all of these reports and documents to ensure that we are complying with the law regarding who may be a licensed insurance agent, and, if applicable, who may hold a Series 65 license, as well as to ensure our business is conducted properly.
The Following Are Examples Of Some Issues Which May Preclude You From Being Issued An Insurance License, Series 65 License, And/or From Having An Agent Agreement With The Knights Of Columbus
Insurance License issues - suspension, denial, or revocation
Securities Registration issues - suspension, denial, or revocation
Bankruptcy
Judgments, garnishments or liens – especially if unsatisfied
Charges filed against you by any insurance department or other regulatory agency
Civil litigation against you
Criminal convictions involving dishonesty or a breach of trust (other than juvenile adjudications) or pending criminal charges
Driving under the influence and license suspensions
Worksite address
maryland line, MD, 21105, US
Who can apply
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