Despite the many concerns about the health of the industry amid the seemingly endless soft market, many insurers are currently on the lookout to hire large numbers of agents nationwide.
As part of its efforts to attract potential agency owners, Allstate launched More2You http://www.more2you.com, a regional networking and career recruitment platform intended to engage would-be Allstate agency owners and start a dialog about agency opportunities. The insurer also is utilizing Twitter to reach out to potential agents, who can learn more by chatting with Allstate in real time at www.twitter.com/more2you.
"We are hoping to attract a diverse group of candidates, including women and multi-cultural entrepreneurs, who thrive as leaders in Allstate," Jeff Hoffman, strategic deployment leader for Allstate's Southwest Region said. "The Allstate agency opportunity is open to everyone—including those with no prior insurance experience—making it ideal for re-careering professionals and 'mom-preneurs.'"
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Much like Allstate, New York Life
“With more than 40% of American households reporting they need more life insurance—the highest level ever reported—the demand for professional agents in local communities across the country has never been greater,” says Mark Pfaff, New York Life’s EVP in charge of U.S. Life Insurance and Agency. “Through real-life stories on this website, jobseekers will hear from New York Life’s agents and field managers about the benefits of a career with New York Life.”
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Aflac will be holding a job fair this weekend in the hopes of filling 100 new positions, ranging from entry-level to technology support and analytical positions. Likewise, GEICO is looking to add 230 associates for its centralized services division in a variety of positions including emergency roadside services (ERS) representatives, glass claims representatives, accident tow dispatchers and salvage/total loss specialists.