Insurance Agent Jobs in Chicago, IL

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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Insurance Sales Agent - Arlington Heights

  • ACS Auto Club Services, Inc.
  • Arlington Heights, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

& Casualty Insurance Sales license Current Life & Health Insurance Sales license, or obtain within 90 days of hire Must qualify, obtain, and maintain all applicable state licenses and appointments...

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Insurance Agent

  • HealthMarkets
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Job description If youre an insurance agent with 4-5 years of experience, we want you....

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Insurance Representative II

  • 1100 Endeavor Health Clinical Operations
  • Skokie, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Skokie, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Hourly Pay Range: $20.69 - $30.00 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Position: Insurance...

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Insurance Sales Agent - Customer Service

  • Freeway Insurance
  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 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...

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Insurance Sales Agents

  • ALIGHT SOLUTIONS LLC
  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Release documents are required if previously sponsored by carriers or other companies To be successful, you will need the following skills: Medicare sales and/or insurance sales Time management and...

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Insurance Representative

  • Saint Anthony Hospital
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Postition Title: Insurance Representative – Patient Financial Services Full-time Day Shift Compensation: $40K - $59K The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are...

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Healthcare Licensed Insurance Representative - Remote

  • at Teleperformance USA in
  • Oak Brook, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 days ago

at Teleperformance USA in Job Description Category : Customer Service/Support About TP TP is a global, digital business services company. We deliver the most advanced, digitally powered business...

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Outside Insurance Sales Consultant Chicago, IL, USA

  • Allstate Insurance Company
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago

What You Bring High School Diploma or GED required 2+ years of insurance sales experience Active Personal Lines OR P&C license Active Life & Health license (or an active Life license in states that...

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Insurance Sales Agent - Customer Service

  • Freeway Insurance Services America
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 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...

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Licensed Insurance Agent - Chicago North

  • United Insurance Company of America
  • Hillside, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hillside, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Role: Licensed Insurance Sales Agent (with sign-on bonus and uncapped commissions)....

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Insurance Agent Trainee - Chicago North

  • United Insurance Company of America
  • Hillside, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hillside, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 16 days ago

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

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Medicare Insurance Agent

  • Arthur J Gallagher & Co.
  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 days ago

Introduction Welcome to Gallagher - a global community of people who bring bold ideas, deep expertise, and a shared commitment to doing what's right. We help clients navigate complexity with...

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Insurance Agent - West / Far West Chicago Suburbs, IL

  • American Family Insurance Group
  • Berwyn, IL (8 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Berwyn, IL (8 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 21 days ago

among the largest Property and Casualty insurance groups Offer American Family Insurance products as well as products and services through our subsidiary partners Training and support from a local team...

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(PART TIME) Insurance Agent Staff Assistant

  • Illinois Employer
  • Chicago, IL
  • 24 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 24 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: State Farm Insurance Agency seeks an IN-OFFICE PART-TME State Farm Insurance Agent Team Member-Staff We seek candidates who reside close to...

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Demographic Data for Chicago, IL

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Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Insurance Agent positions.



Highest Education Level

Insurance Agents in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.3%
High School or GED
13.1%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Master's Degree
12.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
1.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Insurance Agents in Chicago, IL
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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