Territory Manager - Personal Lines (Wisconsin) at Nationwide

Wisconsin, United States

Nationwide Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Insurance, Property and CasualtyIndustries

Requirements

  • Successful candidate must live within assigned territory (Wisconsin), preferably based in or near Madison/Milwaukee area(s)
  • Frequent travel required with potential for overnight stays
  • Regular, in-person engagement with agency partners within assigned territory
  • Valid driver's license and safe driving record
  • Strong background in the independent agency distribution channel
  • Carrier-side sales management experience (combination of carrier and agency-side experience ideal)
  • Proven ability to lead through influence
  • Track record of success in building top-line performance/results
  • Does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization; Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program

Responsibilities

  • Understands the strategic and operational goals of assigned territory and individual distribution partners to identify mutually beneficial solutions, leveraging data and analytics, local marketplace information, and competitor knowledge
  • Proactively identifies and implements actions to achieve territory goals
  • Leads new business and transfer process, including identification of new transfer and new business appointments, setting expectations for expected results, managing to commitments, and ensuring delivery of new or transferred business production
  • Leverages tools and resources available to increase operational efficiency (e.g., Salesforce, Seismic, dashboards, and reporting)
  • Gathers distribution partner feedback and shares continuous improvement opportunities with business partners across the company
  • Collaborates with personal lines and farm geography partners and other Nationwide counterparts (e.g., claims and servicing) on problem solving, educating, promoting, reviewing sales practices, and providing input
  • Completes annual planning process for appropriate distribution partners, documents agreements in Salesforce, and holds partners accountable

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

sales managementindependent agency distributionterritory managementrelationship buildingtop-line performanceinfluence leadership

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or does it require office presence?

The role is listed as #LI-REMOTE but requires living within the assigned Wisconsin territory, preferably near Madison or Milwaukee, with frequent travel and regular in-person engagement with agency partners.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills and experience are required for the Territory Manager role?

Successful candidates need a strong background in the independent agency distribution channel, carrier-side sales management experience (carrier and agency-side ideal), proven ability to lead through influence, and a track record of top-line performance in building results.

What is the company culture like at Nationwide?

Nationwide emphasizes a caring culture focused on protecting people with extraordinary care, putting customers at the center, fostering financial strength that extends to communities, and being named one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For.

What makes a strong candidate for this Territory Manager position?

Ideal candidates have a competitive spirit, sales swagger, results-oriented mindset, are people persons, with experience in independent agency channels and carrier sales, plus the ability to understand partner needs collaboratively.

Nationwide

Provides insurance and financial services

About Nationwide

Nationwide provides insurance and financial services to individuals and businesses across the United States. Their product offerings include auto, home, life, and commercial insurance, as well as retirement and investment solutions. The company operates by underwriting insurance policies and managing investment portfolios, earning revenue through premiums, investment income, and fees for financial services. What sets Nationwide apart from its competitors is its focus on leveraging technology to improve claims processing and policy management, along with its commitment to customer service. Additionally, Nationwide partners with organizations to offer financial education resources, particularly for retirees, aiming to ensure financial security and protect the futures of its clients.

Columbus, OhioHeadquarters
1925Year Founded
$769.7MTotal Funding
N/ACompany Stage
Consulting, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match

Risks

Competition from insurtech startups like Nexar may challenge Nationwide's market share.
AI-driven platforms like Planck could disrupt traditional insurance models.
Partnerships with AI firms may require significant tech investment and integration efforts.

Differentiation

Nationwide invests in tech-driven platforms like YellowBird and Betterview to enhance services.
Partnership with CLARA Analytics shows Nationwide's focus on AI for operational efficiency.
Collaboration with Funding Circle highlights Nationwide's support for small business growth.

Upsides

Nationwide's $56M loan to Whitestone REIT diversifies its investment portfolio.
Investments in AI and tech platforms could streamline operations and reduce costs.
Supporting small businesses may expand Nationwide's customer base and strengthen relationships.

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