Insurance Agent Jobs in New York

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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Part Time Insurance Agents Wanted

  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 1 day ago

Seeking agents interested in: Commercial Lines Personal Lines Life & Health Surplus-Specialty Independent agency with access to multiple markets and growth opportunities....

In Person Part Time

Insurance Agent Trainee

  • TTEC
  • Malta, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Malta, NY
  • 2 days ago

TTEC's award-winning pre-employment experience in Charlotte, NC, offers a pathway to a full-time, professional career as a Licensed Property and Casualty Insurance Agent....

In Person

Field Sales- Medicare Insurance Agent

  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 3 days ago

Job Overview As a Field Licensed Insurance Sales Agent, youll guide individuals through the Medicare enrollment process, helping them select the best Medicare,health insurance plans based on their needs...

In Person

Bilingual Insurance Sales Agent/Sales Representative

  • Freeway Insurance
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 8 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)....

In Person

Insurance Sales Trainee/Sales Representative Sign-On Bonus Opportunity

  • Freeway Insurance
  • Troy, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Troy, NY
  • 8 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)....

In Person

Bilingual Insurance Sales and Marketing Agent

  • BrightWay
  • White Plains, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • White Plains, NY
  • 12 days ago

Sales Representative youll focus on developing client relationships within your community and offering a full suite of insurance products including Auto Home Commercial and Life Insurance Our streamlined...

In Person

Job title: Licensed Health Insurance Agents Specialty-Work from Home Job Description: BroadPath, a Sagility Company, is hiring experienced Licensed Health Insurance Agents to join our remote team!...

Remote

Insurance Sales Agent - (Cool Springs) Brentwood, TN

  • AAA Southern New England
  • Brentwood, NY
  • 18 days ago
  • Brentwood, NY
  • 18 days 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...

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Insurance Sales Agent

  • Howard Hanna
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 20 days ago

Requirements: Property & Casualty insurance license or open to licensing Principles Address difficult issues professionally and quickly Listen to learn and strengthen the agency Outlast the suck of...

In Person

Remote Life Insurance Agent PT/FT, (No Experience Necessary)

  • NH Fitzgerald Agency
  • White Plains, NY
  • 24 days ago
  • White Plains, NY
  • 24 days ago

job title: Remote Insurance Sales You know the feeling....

Remote Part Time

Bilingual Insurance Sales Trainee/Sales Representative

  • Freeway Insurance Services America
  • Irondequoit, NY
  • 28 days ago
  • Irondequoit, NY
  • 28 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)....

In Person

State Farm Agent - Insurance Representative

  • State Farm
  • New York, NY
  • 28 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 28 days ago

State Farm Agent - Insurance Representative (Yonkers) State Farm compensation: $55,000 - $95,000 + Plus year employment type: job title: State Farm - Insurance Sales Representative Position Overview...

In Person

Complex Claims Consultant - Life Insurance Agent / Broker Dealer

  • CNA Financial Corp.
  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Thorough knowledge of the commercial insurance industry, products, policy language, coverage, and claim practices....

Hybrid

Insurance Agent (Base salary + Uncapped commissions)

  • Comparion Insurance Agency
  • Hopewell Junction, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hopewell Junction, NY
  • 60+ days ago

Launch a rewarding insurance sales career today....

In Person Full Time

Bilingual Insurance Sales Agent/Sales Representative

  • Freeway Insurance Services America
  • Watertown, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Watertown, NY
  • 60+ 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)....

In Person

Demographic Data for New York

Moving to New York? Find some basic demographic data about New York below.


Local
National
20,201,017
534,422

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Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in New York

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Insurance Agent positions.



Highest Education Level

Insurance Agents in New York 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 New York
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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