Sales Associate Trainee, Employee Benefits (WA/CA)

 * Eff 3/14/26 We are expanding location to Seattle WA OR Walnut Creek CA (Please ignore Screening Question that only asks about Seattle WA - we cannot update this) *

Sales Trainee, Group Benefits - SG09DN

We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.   

Launch Your Sales Career in Employee Benefits

Sales Trainee, Group Benefits – U100 Early Career Training program

Whether you’re just starting out or bringing early professional experience from another path you may be asking:

“What’s next, and how do I actually build a career?”

At The Hartford, we don’t believe in entry-level roles that leave you stuck. We believe in launchpads. Our Employee Benefits Sales Development Program is designed to give you real skills, real ownership, real earnings—and a clear path forward.

This Is Not a Typical Entry-Level Job

This is a paid, immersive sales training program that prepares you to step into a full sales role in just six months. From day one, you’ll be learning how to sell in a professional, consultative environment and build relationships that matter.

Sell in a consultative, relationship-driven environment

Build partnerships with brokers, consultants, and business leaders

Own a territory and grow your own book of business

Turning performance into real earning power

Success here comes from collaboration, preparation and persistence – not just individual wins.

What’s In It for You

Competitive Pay & Earning Potential

Training salary of $50,000 (June–August)

Post-training base salary of $60,000

Total compensation potential of $120,000–$140,000 annually, dependent on performance

Fast Career Momentum

Clear path from trainee to full sales role in six months

Early ownership and accountability

Transferable skills across sales, leadership, and business

Coaching, Mentorship & Support

We recognize that everyone develops at a different pace, and our training and coaching are designed to meet you where you are.

Ongoing coaching from experienced sales leaders

Mentorship from professionals who started in this program

Collaborative team environment invested in your growth

What You’ll Be Doing After Training

Sell Employee Benefits products through broker and consultant relationships

Manage and grow a geographic territory

Develop strategies to win new accounts and expand existing ones

Participate in client implementations and renewals

Who We’re Looking For

Recent college graduates or early-career professionals

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, Sales, Marketing, Risk Management & Insurance, or related fields

Strong communication, relationship-building, and analytical skills

Competitive, driven, and coachable mindset

High integrity and strong work ethic.

Additional Requirements

Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Review

Ability to obtain a Resident Life & Health Insurance License

Prior insurance or Employee Benefits knowledge preferred but not required

Why The Hartford? More Than a Job — A Community Where You Belong

From your first day, you’ll be part of a workplace designed to help you feel connected, supported, and empowered to grow. We believe people do their best work when they feel seen, heard, and valued—and we’ve built programs to make that real.

Culture Councils in Every Business Segment: Each part of our organization has a dedicated Culture Council focused on engagement, inclusion, and connection. These councils shape events, initiatives, and experiences that bring people together and make our workplace stronger.

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) & Workplace Communities: Our ERGs and Workplace Communities create spaces for connection, learning, and advocacy across shared interests, backgrounds, and experiences. Whether you’re looking to network, learn, or give back, there’s a community here for you.

Leadership & Development Programs
We offer structured leadership and professional development programs designed to help you build skills, confidence, and long‑term career momentum.

Learning Beyond the Role
You’ll have access to learning opportunities that support both your current role and your future career—whether that’s deepening your sales expertise or preparing for leadership.

Managers Who Coach, Not Just Manage
You’ll work with leaders who are invested in your success and focused on helping you grow—not just hit numbers.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$50,000

Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age

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