Insurance Sales Representative

  • Reed
  • Eastleigh, Hampshire
  • Jul 11, 2026
Full time Insurance

Job Description

Reed have partnered with a national insurance company to recruit ambitious sales professionals for their Eastleigh office.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business offering excellent earning potential, structured training, and a supportive team environment.

Role: Insurance Sales Representative

Location: Eastleigh

Salary: £35,000 per annum basic + uncapped commission (OTE £50,000-£100,000+)

Working Pattern:

  • 37.5 hours/week on a 6-week rotating shift pattern
  • Shifts vary between early (e.g. 8am-4:30pm), mid (e.g. 9:30am-6pm), and late (e.g. 11:30am-8pm)
  • One Saturday morning (9am-1pm) every 6 weeks, with a half-day Friday (8am-12pm) beforehand

Duties:

  • Outbound phone-based sales using warm leads from online enquiries (no cold calling)
  • Conduct detailed fact-finding calls to understand client needs and medical history
  • Use a cutting-edge quoting system to compare insurance products in real time
  • Recommend tailored Private Medical Insurance solutions based on client budgets
  • Handle objections professionally and close sales confidently
  • Maintain high standards of compliance, quality assurance, and customer care
  • Work towards KPIs including referrals, cancellations, and conversion rates

About you:

  • Telephone-based outbound sales experience is essential
  • Open to all sectors - experience in insurance, finance, or professional services is beneficial but not required
  • Strong communication skills, resilience, and a target-driven mindset
  • Full training provided, including FCA compliance, product knowledge, and call coaching

Benefits:

  • Uncapped commission with daily incentives
  • 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), increasing with service
  • Pension scheme, discounted private medical cover, and digital GP access
  • Structured training and ongoing development

Next Steps:

Apply online or contact Reed Southampton for more information.