Insurance Agent Jobs in San Jose, 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

  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are For over 60 years, we have curated a unique marketplace filled with inspiring finds for the home decorator, entertainer, and gifter. From international foods and hand-picked wine and...

Insurance Agent

  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Our client are a venture back personal lines MGA who are looking to grow their underwriting team based in San Francisco....

Virtual Sales Representative I - Mississippi Valley

  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 days ago

About the Department The Diabetes Sales Team leads the US sales efforts for Novo Nordisk's robust cardiometabolic product portfolio, which includes world class therapies for the treatment of...

P&C Insurance Sales Agent

  • Los Gatos, CA (9 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Gatos, CA (9 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Possess active and unrestricted state issued license(s) required to place property and casualty insurance....

Counter Sales Associate

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Location: N PT San Jose, CA - 372; 2008 Martin Ave Santa Clara, California - 95050 Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 / hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses. Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30...

Retail Sales Associate - Hiring Now

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 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...

Retail Sales Associate - Immediate Start

  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 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 Insurance Agent (Sales, Customer Service)

  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 11 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 Representative Title Insurance - US Based Remote

  • San Jose, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Jose, 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...

Remote Work

Sales Representative

  • Newark, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Newark, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Company: US0031 Sysco Sacramento, Inc. Sales Territory: US-CA-San Francisco Zip Code: 94538 Travel Percentage: Up to 75% Compensation Range: $56,100.00 - $78,500.00 The compensation range provided...

Sales Representative -Windsor/Ukiah CA

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Company: US0050 Sysco San Francisco, Inc. Sales Territory: US-CA-Ukiah, US-CA-Windsor Zip Code: 94538 Travel Percentage: Up to 75% Compensation Range: $56,100.00 - $78,500.00 The compensation...

Sales Representative -Windsor/Ukiah CA

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Please note : TERRITORY FOR THIS POSITION Windsor to Ukiah CA - Must live no further than 1 hour (with traffic) from this territory or be able to relocate on your own. Required Sales Class...

Retail Sales Associate - Pacific Ave-Santa Cruz

  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

About Gap Gap has always been about optimistic American style. Starting with our very first store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco, opened almost 50 years ago by Doris and Don Fisher. The thread...

Field Sales Representative

  • San Jose, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Field Sales Representative Job Description: Work Arrangement: This position will follow a hybrid schedule of Monday and Friday in the San Jose office and Tuesday-Thursday on the road. What You...

Insurance Agent (Sales, Customer Service)

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ 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...

Demographic Data for San Jose, CA

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Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Insurance Agent positions.



Highest Education Level

Insurance Agents in San Jose, 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 San Jose, 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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