Insurance Agent Jobs in Downers Grove, 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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Comparion Insurance Agency

Insurance Agent (Base salary + Uncapped commissions)

As one of the largest personal lines insurance agencies in the US, #Comparion Insurance Agents connect members of their local communities with insurance solutions to meet their unique needs, including...

Property and Casualty Insurance Service and Sales

Join Our Team as a Property and Casualty Insurance Inside Sales Are you looking to take your career in insurance sales to the next level? Look no further!...

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Financial Institutions Group - Insurance - Payments - Sales Associate

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

You are a strategic thinker, passionate about delivering solutions to clients. You have found the right team. As a Payments Sales Associate in the Financial Institutions Group, specifically for...

Insurance Sales Agent - Lockport, IL

  • Lockport, IL (13 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lockport, IL (13 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO Required Qualifications: Active State Property & Casualty Insurance Sales license Active State Life Insurance Sales license, or obtain within 90 days of hire Must qualify...

Retail Sales Associate

  • New Lenox, IL (21 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Lenox, IL (21 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely even if theyre daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and...

Medical Insurance Representative - Revenue Cycle

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Medical Insurance Representative - Revenue Cycle Hiring Department : Revenue Cycle Location : Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID : 1033631 FTE : 1 Work Schedule : Monday - Friday Shift : Days # of...

Insurance Sales Agent (Base + Commission)

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Search jobs Chicago, IL Insurance Sales Agent (Base + Commission) Insurance Sales Agent (Base + Commission) Farmers Insurance - Alexander Gaydos Chicago, IL, US 5 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick...

Insurance Sales Rep

  • Evanston, IL (23 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Evanston, IL (23 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Property & Casualty insurance license is required. a job alert for this search Insurance Sales Rep Evanston, IL, US Related searches Amazon Work from home Government Online Amazon warehouse Virtual...

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Insurance Sales Agent

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Comprehensive Training : We offer top-of-the-line sales training, setting you up for real success in insurance sales....

Insurance Agent Account Representative

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Insurance Agent Account Representative Company: Illinois Employer Location: Chicago, IL Date Posted: 7/24/25, 6:08 AM This job was posted by. : For more information, please see:....

Insurance Sales Agent - Lockport, IL

  • Joliet, IL (21 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (21 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Required Qualifications: Active State Property & Casualty Insurance Sales license Active State Life Insurance Sales license, or obtain within 90 days of hire Must qualify, obtain, and maintain all applicable...

Employee Benefits Insurance Sales Leader

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Ensures, in partnership with the National Insurance Sales Leader, the OCR referrals are assigned to the most appropriate colleagues....

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Insurance Agent - Chicago, IL

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Required Licenses* Property/Casualty State Insurance License* Life/Health State Insurance License* Preferred Experience Bachelor's Degree 2+ years of experience in the insurance and or financial services...

Bilingual Retail Sales Associate

  • Bolingbrook, IL (8 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (8 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 8 days ago

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely even if theyre daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and...

Demographic Data for Downers Grove, IL

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Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in Downers Grove, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Insurance Agents in Downers Grove, IL 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 Downers Grove, 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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