Insurance Agent Jobs in Riverside, CA

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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Sales Associate, Trailers

  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

About Us Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, TEC has 30+ locations from Seattle to San Diego to the Midwest, serving thousands of customers across Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Arizona,...

Sales Associate

  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Sales Stylist are responsible for implementing a variety of functions and procedures relating to customer service, sales, merchandising, and store operations. Key Responsibilities:...

Personal Lines Insurance Agent

  • San Bernardino, CA (9 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (9 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 days ago

ASAP Insurance is looking for an experienced and licensed Personal Lines Insurance agent to join our team at our San Bernardino location....

REMOTE Life Insurance Agents Needed(NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED)

  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago

LIFE INSURANCE AGENT'S DREAM DESCRIPTION OF POSITIONS AVAILABLE: *REMOTE INSURANCE AGENT - Part-Time Min. 20HRS. WEEKLY/Full-Time Min. 40HRS....

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Attention Insurance Agents (No Experience Needed)

  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago

Are you interested in INCREASING your INCOME BOTTOMLINE 25% - 50% this year without leaving your Current Company or Stopping what you are already doing? Are you eager to offer an EXCLUSIVE product...

Join Our Virtual Life Insurance Agent Team 3k/Week W/ Training

  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 5 days ago

: no experience required job title: Virtual Life Insurance Agent Are you looking to make $10k a month in the next 60 days?...

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Outside Sales Representative

  • Riverside, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 5 days ago

Build a more connected world by transforming the sales experience and helping customers and products unite. Our Sales teams are the foundation of our company - they offer millions of customers...

Sales Representative Title Insurance - US Based Remote

  • Riverside, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 13 days 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...

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Retail Sales Associate - Hiring Now

  • Montclair, CA (19 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Montclair, CA (19 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 17 days ago

WE ARE LOOKING FOR GREAT PEOPLE TO JOIN OUR TEAM- just like you!** Our associates have a lot in common. They have great interpersonal skills, enjoy working independently, are self-motivated, and...

Bilingual Korean Outside Sales Representative

  • Riverside, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 19 days ago

Join our virtual open recruiting session on Wednesday, April 9th, from 10am to 3pm CST from the comfort of your own home! Apply today to confirm your qualifications and we'll follow up with event...

Call Center Insurance Agent (Sales, Customer Service)

  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 30+ 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...

Insurance Agent (Sales, Customer Service)

  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 60+ 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...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Colton, CA (6 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Colton, CA (6 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Other information: We Don't Follow Trends, We Create Them. Make some serious Cash! For over 75 years, Ashley Furniture has been the largest home furnishings manufacturer, transforming homes...

Bilingual Spanish Outside Sales Representative

  • Riverside, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Build a more connected world by transforming the sales experience and helping customers and products unite. Our Sales teams are the foundation of our company - they offer millions of customers...

Sales Representative, Life Insurance

  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Role: Life Insurance Sales Agent Employment Type: Full-Time Work Arrangement: Field Role Career and Opportunity: Kemper is a diversified insurance holding company....

Demographic Data for Riverside, CA

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Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in Riverside, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Insurance Agent positions.



Highest Education Level

Insurance Agents in Riverside, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.1%
High School or GED
13.5%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
12.7%
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 Riverside, CA
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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