Insurance Agent Jobs in Opelousas, LA

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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Bilingual Insurance Sales Agent/Sales Representative

  • Freeway Insurance
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 2 days ago

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Licensed Insurance Agent

  • BrightWay
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 14 days ago

Insurance Sales Producer P&C Lafayette LA 70508 Full Time Hybrid Brightway Insurance is looking for a motivated Insurance Sales Producer to join our growing agency in Lafayette LA This is a great opportunity...

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Insurance Agent (Base salary + Uncapped commissions)

  • Comparion Insurance Agency
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

Launch a rewarding insurance sales career today....

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Licensed Medicare Insurance Agent (Remote)

  • HPOne
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

Work Remotely in the comfort of your own home* Must have active health insurance license in the state that you reside* You will be a captive agent* HealthPlanOne's mission is to help people find...

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Insurance Sales Agent/Sales Representative

  • Freeway Insurance
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 30+ days ago

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Work From Home/Home Based Insurance Agent

  • The Jernigan Agency
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

We are looking for individuals interested in working from home, remotely, as life insurance sales representatives....

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Insurance Sales Agent/Sales Representative

  • Freeway Insurance Services America
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 60+ days ago

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Insurance Sales Agent/ Store Manager

  • Freeway Insurance Services America
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 60+ days ago

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Licensed Insurance Agent

  • Kemper
  • Scott, LA (19 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Scott, LA (19 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Insurance Agent Trainee

  • Kemper
  • Scott, LA (19 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Scott, LA (19 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 90+ 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 that has been in business...

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Demographic Data for Opelousas, LA

Moving to Opelousas, LA? Find some basic demographic data about Opelousas, LA below.


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Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in Opelousas, LA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Insurance Agent positions.



Highest Education Level

Insurance Agents in Opelousas, LA 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 Opelousas, LA
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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