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Full-Time

Builder Sales Agent

P&C License Required

Posted on 7/11/2024

Hippo Insurance

Hippo Insurance

501-1,000 employees

Modern homeowners insurance using smart technology

Hardware
Fintech
Financial Services
Real Estate

Mid

Dallas, TX, USA

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Communications
Requirements
  • 3+ years of sales experience in property or homeowner’s insurance
  • Current and active resident license for Property & Casualty highly preferred
  • Experience with new built insurance product highly preferred
  • Experience quoting multiple lines of insurance preferred
  • Ability to obtain and keep required licenses across all states
  • Exceptional client support skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated and directed
  • Strong intellectual curiosity and a desire to help others solve problems
  • Flexible and willing to do what is needed to get great work done
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
Responsibilities
  • Sell personal lines insurance products across multiple carriers
  • Identify opportunities to cross-sell additional products
  • Provide superb customer experiences via chat, phone, and e-mail interactions
  • Maximize lead volume and pipeline through call activity
  • Identify customer needs and counsel/sell the best options for each customer
  • Thoroughly explain coverage details and assist customers through the purchasing experience
  • Meet/Exceed sales targets established each month

Hippo Insurance Services

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$2B

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-12%

2 year growth

-13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Hippo's growth in Q1 2024 and the expectation of further acceleration indicate strong business momentum.
  • The launch of the Appetite Finder feature and the milestone of 100 carriers and MGAs on First Connect highlight Hippo's innovative approach and market penetration.
  • Significant revenue growth, as evidenced by an 80% surge to $64 million, showcases Hippo's successful business strategies.

What critics are saying

  • Hippo's recent layoffs, including a 20% reduction in staff, could indicate underlying financial or operational challenges.
  • The $273 million loss at the end of 2023 raises concerns about the company's profitability and long-term sustainability.

What makes Hippo Insurance unique

  • Hippo's focus on proactive home protection sets it apart from traditional home insurance providers who typically offer reactive solutions.
  • The partnership with Snapsheet enhances Hippo's claims process, providing a seamless and efficient experience for homeowners.
  • First Connect's digital platform, which connects independent agents with top carriers, adds a unique value proposition to Hippo's offerings.
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