Membership Specialist - Professional Insurance Agents : Job Details

General Summary

Our association management organization seeks a talented sales and customer service representative to serve as a membership specialist in our member services unit. The main goal of this role is to sell membership and partake in all aspects of retaining association members. This position has a base salary plus a bonus program for memberships sold, paid monthly.

The ideal candidate will be versed in consultive selling styles to professional business owners. They will possess excellent listening and communications skills while presenting solutions for their business needs and be comfortable inviting the business to join and renew in the future.

The successful applicant will be an integral part of the association team, working not only with business owners but also other staff and association leadership.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Being the face of the association via various marketing techniques to sell and retain membership.
• Foster and strengthen relationships with members and prospects. Ensure clients have a positive experience and their needs are met.
• Identify new clients and generate interest in other products and services.
• Occasional travel to in person conferences, trade shows or other venues to meet with members and prospective members.
• Continuously be informed of industry trends, news and keep at the forefront of the associations many benefits.

Job Requirements

• 1-5 years' successful experience in pro-active sales, marketing or customer service.
• Sound knowledge of sales and marketing principles and techniques
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to consult with clients and colleagues in a professional manner.
• Familiar with MS Office and ability to excel at our membership and sales database.
• Ability to travel occasionally (