Entry-Level Insurance Sales Agent

Jump into the world of insurance sales by applying to join our growing team as an Entry-Level Insurance Agent! We are looking for a people person with strong listening skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate insurance programs and plans to new customers. Our ideal candidate will embrace the opportunity to drive insurance sales among potential clients and new clients through a mix of networking, referrals, and marketing strategies. If you’re seeking a flexible full-time position that offers a world of advancement potential, send us your resume today! Responsibilities:

• Keep an accurate log of sales databases, client reports, bookkeeping records, and more to share progress toward goals with key stakeholders
• Collaborate with policyholders to develop insurance risk management and other profiles that specify the best policies for their evolving insurance needs
• Commit to remaining educated about the various types of insurance, insurance-related protocols, and policy changes to ensure fulfillment of program requirements and ensure our customers are satisfied
• Serve as an attentive listener when communicating with new and potential clients in order to accurately identify their unique needs prior to pursuing specific insurance sales
• Offer personal attention when pursuing new clients through various marketing strategies to grow your existing portfolio of policyholders
• Carefully listen to their individual circumstances in order to present the best insurance policies to meet their needs
• Collaborate with policyholders to develop insurance risk management and other profiles that specify the best policies for their evolving insurance needs
• Update reports, records, bookkeeping systems, and other organizational tools to accurately report progress toward monthly insurance sales goals
• Commit to remaining educated about the various types of insurance, insurance-related protocols, and policy changes to ensure fulfillment of program requirements and ensure our customers are satisfied

Qualifications:

• High school diploma necessary; college degree a bonus
• Job seekers must already have or be willing to get an insurance license
• Ability to learn and understand state and federal regulations that affect insurance sales, insurance clients, and the insurance industry as a whole
• Basic understanding of sales lead or accounting software is helpful
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills required; customer service experience is a plus
• Candidates must have or be willing to get an insurance license
• Willingness to learn about the insurance industry, insurance programs, and state and federal regulations that may impact policyholders
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills are required
• Customer service experience is a plus

About Company: As a mutual company, with no investors or outside owners, New York Life is uniquely aligned with our client’s interests and priorities. We had over 176 years of industry success. Some of our accolades include: A promise to work with you to build a strong financial future for both you and your clients#73 on Fortune 100 in 2020A leading company with many agents qualifying for MDRT 2 year after yearHighest possible financial strength ratings currently awarded to any life insurer: Standard & Poor’s (AA+); A.M. Best (A++); Moody’s (Aaa); and Fitch (AAA) as of 9/12/19Full benefits when hired and 3 separate pension New York Life Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Lance Gillman Senior Partner, New York Life