Entry-Level Insurance Sales Agent

We want to add a motivated and personable new employee to our insurance agent team who is seeking a new learning opportunity with lots of room for growth. The ideal candidate for our Entry-Level Insurance Agent position has the solid communications skills it takes to drive insurance sales among potential clients and new clients. Bring a friendly attitude and a passion for customer service, and we’ll invest our resources into training you to be a successful insurance sales representative!

$80,000 - $100,000 at plan

• Take ownership of ensuring there are accurate records of all necessary bookkeeping, client, and sales reports in order to track and communicate the status of assigned goals
• Develop risk management strategies for each customer to ensure his or her policy needs are continuously met
• 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
• Implement marketing strategies including, but not limited, to cold calling and networking to connect with potential clients while simultaneously maintaining a portfolio of current clients
• Stay abreast of any changes to rules or policies within the insurance agency to effectively amend insurance programs for existing and prospective clients

• 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

• Candidates must have some computer experience, including the ability to effectively use Microsoft Office programs
• High school diploma necessary; college degree a bonus
• Candidates must have or be willing to get an insurance license
• Basic understanding of sales lead or accounting software is helpful
• Open to embracing the insurance industry and becoming educated about its relevant state and federal regulations

• 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

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 2020
• A leading company with many agents qualifying for MDRT 2 year after year
• Highest 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 9/12/19
• Full 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