Entry-Level Insurance Agent

Are you a motivated people person looking for the chance to break into a new industry? If the answer is “yes”, we are looking for you! Jump-start your career by joining our growing team as an entry-level insurance agent. Candidates with strong interpersonal communication skills will hit the ground running to facilitate insurance sales among new and prospective clients. Job seekers must have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and an enthusiastic approach to customer service. If you're interested in an exciting opportunity to become a top-notch insurance sales representative, please apply today!

Compensation:

$68,500 - $120,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

• Conduct meetings with new and potential clients and 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
• Offer personal attention when pursuing new clients through various marketing strategies to grow your existing portfolio of policyholders
• 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
• Stay abreast of any changes to rules or policies within the insurance agency to effectively amend insurance programs for existing and prospective clients

What You'll Do

• Build relationships and grow a client base through networking and referrals
• Help clients make informed financial decisions
• Create customized strategies for protection, retirement, and wealth accumulation
• Continue developing your skills through training and professional development

Qualifications:

• Experience using accounting or sales-related software is beneficial
• Fundamental computer skills such as experience with Microsoft Office
• Ability to learn and understand state and federal regulations that affect insurance sales, insurance clients, and the insurance industry as a whole
• Job seekers must already have or be willing to get an insurance license
• High school diploma necessary; college degree a bonus

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Sales experience preferred – enterprising mindset
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Self-motivated individuals
• Strong communicators who enjoy helping others
• Coachable professionals with a growth mindset
• People seeking a long-term career with upside potential
• Must live in the Lubbock area

About Company

New York Life, is a Fortune 100 company with a long history of doing good. We have been in business for over 175 years, helping Americans protect their families and attain financial goals. As a mutual company, we are accountable only to policyholders, not to Wall Street or outside investors. We are focused on long-term success.

• Over $1.2 trillion LIFE INSURANCE PROTECTION IN FORCE. Includes term, whole, and universal life.

New York Life is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity