Account Executive – Direct Markets

Zurich Insurance

. Identify and develop new business prospects for Property and Casualty insurance among large automotive dealers .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Business-to-Business Sales, with a strong focus on Property and Casualty Insurance and the ability to build and maintain customer relationships. Proficient in Sales Presentations and familiar with Insurance Industry Regulations.

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Business-To-Business SalesProperty And Casualty InsuranceSales PresentationsInsurance Sales LicensesMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Sales ExperienceDirect Sales PrinciplesClosing TechniquesFinancial Statement AnalysisInsurance Industry Regulations

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft TeamsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Insurance Sales Licenses

Industry Keywords

Automotive DealersF&I Product MarketingSales TargetsMarket Share

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify and develop new business prospects for Property and Casualty insurance among large automotive dealers
Support F&I product marketing within the assigned territory
Attend automotive industry events to promote Zurich’s sales and marketing initiatives
Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders through in-person and virtual channels
Manage and grow the assigned territory to achieve profitability and exceed sales targets
Conduct sales presentations in person or via Microsoft Teams
Collaborate with field team members to implement programs and products
Strengthen customer relationships and build market share
Work remotely in an entrepreneurial environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
4+ years of business-to-business outside sales experience preferred
Strong understanding of direct sales principles, closing techniques, and industry-specific terminology preferred
Familiarity with insurance industry regulations preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) preferred
Current insurance sales licenses where required or ability to be licensed preferred
Experience with financial statement analysis preferred
No employment sponsorship offered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work from home flexibility
Travel
Uncapped incentives
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
401k
PTO
Company car (subject to a driving record check)
Bonuses and merit increases may be available
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families
Growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment