Agency Relations – Inside Sales Representative

Agency Relations – Inside Sales Representative
📍 Daphne, AL (Flexible / Territory-Based – Travel Required)

About Us
At South Shore Insurance Underwriters (SSIU), we’re not your typical insurance shop. We specialize in risks that don’t fit the standard mold, offering  fast, flexible solutions backed by decades of experience and strong authority with Lloyd’s of London and top-rated carriers. What we’re really known for?  Speed, technical expertise, and personalized service.

SSIU is hiring an Agency Relations – Inside Sales Representative to grow and strengthen partner relationships across the Southeast. This role drives profitable growth through independent agents, broker networks, and wholesale partners by combining field-based sales, relationship management, and agency development.

What You’ll Do

Build and grow production relationships with independent agents, broker networks, and wholesale partners

Expand into new states by identifying, onboarding, and developing new agency partners

Act as a trusted advisor on SSIU products, appetite, and growth opportunities

Execute territory sales strategies in partnership with the Agency Relations Manager

Track pipeline activity and agency performance; share insights and recommendations with leadership

Drive agency retention through regular engagement and performance support

Conduct in-person agency visits and deliver virtual training sessions

Represent SSIU at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities

What We’re Looking For

1-3 years in insurance sales, business development, agency management, MGA, or carrier distribution preferred

Strong understanding of independent agency distribution models

Proven relationship-builder with a consultative sales approach

Experience supporting multi-state territories and/or market expansion

E&S, specialty lines, or MGA experience preferred

Comfortable with frequent travel and in-person partner engagement

Why SSIU

Competitive base salary

Flexible, territory-based work structure

Direct visibility and collaboration with leadership

Opportunity to shape growth in a fast-growing insurance organization

Supportive, relationship-driven culture

SSIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.