General Agent Sales Executive

About the job

Introduction

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.

Overview

NIS, now a part of Gallagher, is growing in the South Central region, and we're looking for a driven sales professional to help lead that growth.

For more than 55 years, NIS has partnered with brokers serving the public sector, providing innovative employee benefit solutions. As a leading General Agency, we work with top carriers in the public sector marketplace and offer a proprietary Life and Disability trust product that gives brokers unique and competitive solutions for their clients.

If you're a motivated sales professional who thrives on building relationships, creating opportunities, and winning new business, this is your chance to play a key role in NIS's exciting Midwest growth story. Apply today and help us take our success to the next level.

How you'll make an impact

You'll play a key role in accelerating NIS's growth by generating new revenue, expanding strategic partnerships, strengthening client retention, and increasing our market presence across the public sector benefits space. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact while helping shape the future of our Midwest expansion.

• Drive new business growth and expand NIS's presence throughout the Midwest.
• Build strong relationships with brokers, agencies, carrier partners, and industry associations.
• Prospect, develop, and close new employee benefits and insured product opportunities.
• Deliver impactful presentations and consultative solutions to clients and decision-makers.
• Lead the sales process from prospecting and quoting through negotiations and implementation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver exceptional client experiences and customized solutions.
• Maintain an active pipeline, identify cross-selling opportunities, and stay ahead of industry trends.

About You

Required: Bachelor's degree, 1 year related experience, and appropriate insurance licensing required OR Bachelor's degree, participation in Gallagher's Sales Internship Program (GSIP), and appropriate insurance licensing required OR High School Diploma/GED and 6 years experience.

Preferred: Professional designation may be preferred, including CEBS, CPCU, CIC or ARM.

Behaviors: Act independently with minimal direction. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)