Insurance Agent Jobs in Alabama

An Insurance Agent serves as the primary link between insurance companies and clients, providing a broad range of services. They identify potential clients, understand their needs, and suggest suitable insurance policies to cover life, property, health, or automobile risks. They also maintain and update records of existing clients, renew policies, assist with claims processing, and ensure that clients understand policy terms and conditions. Insurance Agents are instrumental in expanding the customer base of the insurance industry by employing effective sales strategies and providing excellent customer service.

Important skills for an Insurance Agent include strong communication, empathy, problem-solving, and analytical skills. They should be able to interpret complex information and explain it in a simple, understandable manner to clients. Knowledge of laws, regulations, and the latest trends in the insurance industry is crucial. Certification such as Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), or Certified Life Underwriter (CLU) can enhance job prospects. Prior to becoming an Insurance Agent, individuals often gain experience in roles such as Insurance Sales Representative, Customer Service Representative, or Claims Adjuster.

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Company OverviewAbout the Role Job Summary: As a sales agent with SelectQuote Senior, You will speak to people who have responded to a variety of marketing campaigns, conduct an extensive needs...

Insurance Sales Trainee/ Sales Representative

  • Homewood, AL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Homewood, AL
  • 21 hours ago

Ability to educate and advise the customer on which products best fit their needs The Perfect Match: Personal Lines or Property and Casualty license preferred (but not required) Bilingual in English...

Bilingual Insurance Sales Trainee/ Sales Representative

  • Decatur, AL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 21 hours ago

Ability to educate and advise the customer on which products best fit their needs The Perfect Match: Personal Lines or Property and Casualty license preferred (but not required) Bilingual in English...

Sales Representative Title Insurance - US Based Remote

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

What you'll do:** You're part educator, part salesperson and, just for fun, part event coordinator. As a sales representative, you're the face of our office in the community, meeting with real...

Remote Work

Then a remote Licensed Property & Casualty Insurance Agent position at Concentrix is just the right place for you!...

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Counter Sales Associate

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

Location: SPP Birmingham, AL - 401A, 5481 Vann Place, Birmingham, Alabama - 35235 Pay: $18 - $25/ hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses. Work Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-4:30pm You...

Sales Representative, Inbound Remote

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 2 days ago

All insurance representatives need to hold a Property & Casualty Insurance license. If you do not have one, no worries, paid training also includes licensing!...

Remote Work

Hersheys Part - Time Territory Sales Associate (Cullman, AL)

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago

Location: Cullman, Alabama Flexible Schedules Available To be considered for this role, candidates must reside in one of the following zip codes:...

Hershey's Part - Time Territory Sales Associate (Cullman, AL)

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago

Summary: Location: Cullman, Alabama Flexible Schedules Available To be considered for this role, candidates must reside in one of the following zip codes:...

Counter Sales Representative

  • Dothan, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Dothan, AL
  • 3 days ago

Rexel USA is recognized as a Great Place to Work! Rexel USA is a leading distributor of electrical supplies, services, and solutions, which includes the following companies: Rexel, Gexpro, Platt &...

Insurance Sales Agent (OJT)

  • Mobile, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 3 days ago

What they do:Sell life, property, casualty, health, automotive, or other types of insurance. May refer clients to independent brokers, work as an independent broker, or be employed by an insurance...

Licensed Insurance Sales Agent (2845) - Direct Auto

  • Talladega, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Talladega, AL
  • 4 days ago

We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company....

Insurance Sales Agent Trainee/ Sales Representative

  • Mobile, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 4 days ago

Ability to educate and advise the customer on which products best fit their needs The Perfect Match: Personal Lines or Property and Casualty license preferred (but not required) Bilingual in English...

Bilingual Insurance Sales Representative/Sales Trainee

  • Gadsden, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Gadsden, AL
  • 7 days ago

Ability to educate and advise the customer on which products best fit their needs The Perfect Match: Personal Lines or Property and Casualty license preferred (but not required) Bilingual in English...

Sales Associate

  • Alabaster, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Alabaster, AL
  • 8 days ago

Sales Associate TJ Maxx - 3.6 Alabaster, AL Job Details Part-time $12.00 - $12.50 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health...

Demographic Data for Alabama

Moving to Alabama? Find some basic demographic data about Alabama below.


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Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in Alabama

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Insurance Agent positions.



Highest Education Level

Insurance Agents in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.1%
High School or GED
13.6%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
12.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.5%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
2.0%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Insurance Agents in Alabama
None
43.2%
Less than 1 year
29.5%
1-2 years
9.5%
2-4 years
9.1%
4-6 years
8.6%


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