Insurance Agent Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Sales Representative, Inbound Remote

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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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...

Off Premise Beverage Sales Representative

  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

At Union Beer Distributing, we believe in doing right by our employees, suppliers, customers, and communities. We believe hard work delivers results. And we believe these values are why our...

Sales Rep - Tri-Valley Beverage

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

OBJECTIVE: To ensure the successful sale, distribution and retail execution of Tri-Valley's portfolio and related programs, resulting in the overall revenue and volume growth of all accounts...

Retail Sales Associate

  • South Plainfield, NJ (20 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (20 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 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...

Remote Insurance Agent Entry Level Opportunity

  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Powered by JazzHR a job alert for this search Insurance Agent Entry Level Newark, NJ, US...

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Bilingual Insurance Sales Agent/Sales Representative

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 6 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...

Licensed Auto Insurance Agent- Remote

  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Active property & casualty insurance agent/producer license....

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Hershey's Part - Time Territory Sales Associate (Newark, NJ)

  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Location: Newark, New Jersey Flexible Schedules Available To be considered for this role, candidates must reside in one of the following zip codes:...

Health Insurance Agents Wanted

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 16 days ago

insurance agent, or interested in starting a career in the industry?...

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Life Insurance Sales Agent

  • Woodbridge, NJ (16 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (16 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Life Insurance Sales Agent GIA Legacy Planning Avenel, New Jersey, US 1 day ago Quick Job type Full-time Part-time Quick Job description Life Insurance Sales Agent Location : [Remote Position / Work...

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Licensed Life Insurance Agents: Sell More with Everdays!

  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

un Licensed Life Insurance Agents: Sell More with Everdays!...

Virtual Entry Level Insurance Agent

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 25 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 25 days ago

Show more Last updated: 30+ days ago Life Insurance Sales Agent - Entry Level (Remote) Primerica - Melissa Keen (Multiple States), US Remote Full-time Quick Our offices are expanding and we're seeking...

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Insurance Agent/Financial Planner Needed

  • Rosedale, NY (18 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Rosedale, NY (18 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

INSURANCE AGENT/FINANCIAL PLANNER NEEDED GREAT PROFUSION ALLIANCE compensation: COMMISSION + BONUS employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Insurance Agents/Financial Planner...

Insurance Agent / Financial Planner Needed

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

Insurance Agent / Financial Planner Needed (Brooklyn) Courage Builders compensation: Commission plus bouns employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Insurance agent/Financial...

Demographic Data for Jersey City, NJ

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Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Insurance Agent positions.



Highest Education Level

Insurance Agents in Jersey City, NJ 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 Jersey City, NJ
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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