Insurance Agent Jobs in Boston, MA

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...

HVAC Outside Sales Representative

  • Tewksbury, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Details: $80000 to $150000 (depending on sales volume) Job Description: Who We Are Excel Mechanical, an Ace Hardware Company, is an established, growth-oriented HVAC and Plumbing...

Athletically Minded Sales Representative

  • Braintree, MA (11 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Braintree, MA (11 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Ready to stop waiting for opportunities and start creating them? Do you see no as the start of a conversation and failure as a chance to learn and come back stronger? If this sounds like you, then...

Sales Representative (Remote)

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

Location: 100% Remote (Work From Home) About InsuraTec: InsuraTec is a leading provider in financial planning and insurance services. We're looking for driven individuals to join our team as Sales...

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Retail Sales Associate

  • Wilmington, MA (15 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (15 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Retail Sales Associate TJ Maxx - 3.6 Wilmington, MA Job Details Part-time $15.00 - $15.50 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account Paid holidays Disability...

PART-TIME Territory Field Sales Representative - Boston, MA

  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

Who is Basemakers? Basemakers is one of the most trusted retail sales management companies in the food and beverage industry. After hitting the INC 500/5000 list of the fastest growing...

Life Insurance Agents Come Home

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago

Non Captive Life Insurance Agents, TAKE YOUR BUSINESS and scale it to the next level!...

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Sales Associate, Levis Store Lynnfield Marketplace, Lynnfield MA

  • Lynnfield, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lynnfield, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 8 days ago

We believe that clothes and how you make them can make a difference. Since 1853, we've been obsessed with innovation to meet people's needs. We invented the first blue jean. And we reinvented...

Hershey's Part-Time Territory Sales Associate Cape Cod MA

  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago

Summary: Location: Cape Cod, MA Flexible Schedules Available To be considered for this role, candidates must reside in or be willing to commute to: Cape Cod, Plymouth, Provincetown This is a...

Sales Associate, Levi's Store Lynnfield Marketplace, Lynnfield MA

  • Lynnfield, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lynnfield, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 10 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION We believe that clothes and how you make them can make a difference. Since 1853, weve been obsessed with innovation to meet peoples needs. We invented the first blue jean. And we...

Territory Sales Representative

  • Boston, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 14 days ago

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $3.5 billion as of December 31, 2024. Herc...

Retail Sales Associate - Immediate Start

  • Southborough, MA (22 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Southborough, MA (22 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 15 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

  • Hudson, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hudson, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 15 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...

Sales Representative, Inbound Remote

  • Boston, MA
  • 22 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 22 days ago

All insurance representatives need to hold a Property & Casualty Insurance license. If you do not have one, no worries, paid training also includes licensing!...

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

  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

required job title: Virtual Life Insurance Agent Are you looking to make $10k a month in the next 60 days?...

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Demographic Data for Boston, MA

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Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in Boston, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Insurance Agents in Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA
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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