Fire Insurance Agent
かさいほけん だいこういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Representative Occupations
- Minor : Financial and Insurance Sales Representatives
Summary
Fire insurance agents propose and sell fire insurance contracts for homes, stores, factories, etc., and provide follow-up after contracts.
Description
Fire insurance agents explain the necessity of fire insurance to individual and corporate customers, propose and sell optimal coverage plans. They assess risks of buildings and properties through customer visits and interviews, prepare quotes, handle contract procedures and documentation, support insurance claims, and follow up on renewals. They are sales professionals who develop new and existing customers by building ongoing relationships while complying with laws and company regulations.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to aging population and increasing disaster risks. Amid digitalization and online shifts, proposal skills utilizing CRM and data analysis are required. While the strengths of face-to-face proposals remain, coexisting with AI and online channels is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Quota System / Direct Commute / Field Sales / Remote
Career Path
Fire Insurance Agent → Chief/Team Leader → Corporate Sales Department Manager → Branch Manager → Independent (Freelance Agency)
Required Skills
Contract Procedures (Legal Compliance) / Fire Insurance Product Knowledge / Listening and Proposal Skills / Quote Preparation / Risk Assessment Analysis
Recommended Skills
CRM Tool Operation / Complaint Handling / Digital Marketing / Financial Planning / Presentation Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Errors in contract details or clauses can lead to trouble. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for building trust with customers and for proposals and negotiations. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Necessary to proactively develop customers and perform follow-ups. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Not required to a high degree since the job involves proposing existing products. |
Related Qualifications
- Casualty Insurance Solicitor Qualification
Aliases
- Casualty Insurance Agency Staff
- Fire Insurance Agency Sales
- Insurance Agent
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