Compeer Financial · 5 months ago
Crop Insurance Officer
IL-Ottawa
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$63K/yr - $89K/yrCompeer Financial is a member-owned cooperative providing financial services to support agriculture and rural communities. The Crop Insurance Officer will market and sell crop insurance products, build strong client relationships, and provide innovative solutions to meet client needs while ensuring timely claims processing and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of crop insurance products.
FinanceFinancial ServicesRentalRisk Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Aggressively markets insurance products and expertise, by building relationships with clients, prospects and influencers which lead to new business and referrals
Maintains client relationships through frequent interactions and periodic sales calls
Delivers “value added” insurance services to the client
Maintains prospect files, establishes ongoing prospecting plans and activities, and meets sales goals for Compeer’s insurance business
Works to achieve the objectives set by the team for new business development within the designated marketplace
Uses Salesforce as a part of daily work practices
Acts as an important business resource who consistently provides new ideas and useful information that can be used to manage the client’s operation more effectively and efficiently
Completes required documentation including applications, production reports, acreage reporting and claims for clients
Ensures the insurance products meet the needs of the client’s operation
Reviews coverage selection with clients throughout the year to ensure reporting of any potential claims
Monitors claims and ensures timely settlement of claims for clients and Approved Insurance Providers
Collaborates with Approved Insurance Provider underwriters in providing services and addressing concerns
Maintains a comprehensive understanding of crop insurance products available through Compeer Financial and all related FCS eligibility regulations
Remains current on product details and program changes
Is an agricultural business resource to clients, builds on industry knowledge, including the areas of soil/crop management, fertilizers, seed hybrids, farm implements, new farm technology, animal husbandry and other specific agricultural basic knowledge pertinent to the geographical region or territory
Effectively communicates risk management strategies that can be achieved through products to meet client needs
Understands how Compeer’s products compare to competitors and develops marketing plans that emphasize our strengths
Develops and maintains a significant “professional presence” throughout the local community
Maintains active involvement in various related professional groups
Works with the Financial Officers to identify cross sell opportunities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, economics, agriculture or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job
Willing to obtain state insurance license to sell crop insurance
General knowledge of crop insurance programs and information, grain marketing, finance and macroeconomics
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective negotiating and selling skills
Strong client service and interpersonal skills in dealing with both internal and external clients
Ability to protect the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the organization's brand
Preferred
Experience in agribusiness/farming industry or similar experience in agriculture credit or closely related field preferred
Benefits
Up to 9% towards 401k (3% fixed Compeer contribution plus up to 6% match)
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life & AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, wellness program & EAP
Vacation, sick leave, holidays/floating holidays, parental leave, and volunteer paid time off
Learning and development programs
Mentorship programs
Cross-functional committee opportunities (i.e. Inclusion Council, emerging professional groups, etc.)
Professional membership/certification reimbursement and more!
Company
Compeer Financial
Compeer Financial offers loan, rental, risk management, and other financial services to 144 counties in Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
Founded in 1916
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$300M2025-11-20Undisclosed· $300M
Leadership Team
Jase Wagner
Chief Executive Officer
Jim Roberge
Chief Diversified Markets Officer
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