Insurance Agent Jobs in Ohio

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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Insurance Agent - Dayton, OH

  • Horace Mann
  • Dayton, OH
  • 18 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 18 days ago

& Casualty licenses (Exclusive & Enhanced Agent) Ability to obtain FINRA licenses (SIE, Series 6 & 63, if applicable) (Enhanced) Insurance or financial services experience preferred Strong relationship-building...

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Insurance Agent

  • HealthMarkets
  • Columbus, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Job description If youre an insurance agent with 4-5 years of experience, we want you....

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Life Insurance Sales Agent

  • Schnitzer Agency
  • Columbus, OH
  • 20 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 20 hours ago

Agencies within Symmetry Financial Group continue to grow, and we need driven individuals looking to learn, build, and inspire others while helping families live life and protect their loved ones....

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Licensed Insurance Sales

  • Coughlin Automotive
  • Pataskala, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Pataskala, OH
  • 2 days ago

Property and Casualty licensing necessary, we will assist the right candidates obtain their P&C license....

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Work From Home/Home Based Insurance Agent

  • The Jernigan Agency
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago

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

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Insurance Agent- Rocky River, OH

  • American Family Insurance
  • Independence, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Independence, OH
  • 4 days ago

among the largest Property and Casualty insurance groups Offer American Family Insurance products as well as products and services through our subsidiary partners Training and support from a local team...

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Insurance Agent- Rocky River, OH

  • American Family Insurance Group
  • Rocky River, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Rocky River, OH
  • 5 days ago

among the largest Property and Casualty insurance groups Offer American Family Insurance products as well as products and services through our subsidiary partners Training and support from a local team...

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Insurance Sales Agent - Customer Service

  • Freeway Insurance Services America
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 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...

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Health Insurance Inside Sales Representative

  • 360care
  • Perrysburg, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Perrysburg, OH
  • 5 days ago

Demonstrated success with health insurance sales. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States....

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Insurance Sales Consultant Hyundai of Beavercreek

  • Jeff Wyler Alexandria
  • Beavercreek, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Beavercreek, OH
  • 6 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: 66-Beavercreek Hyundai - Beavercreek, OH 45434Jeff Wyler Hyundai of Beavercreek is "Now Hiring" Insurance Sales Consultant!...

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Insurance Sales Agent - Customer Service

  • Freeway Insurance
  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 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...

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Licensed Insurance Agent/Manager

  • BRADY INSURANCE MARKETING
  • Clarksburg, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Clarksburg, OH
  • 8 days ago

If you are currently in the Property & Casualty, Life Insurance, Annuity or Individual Health industry and would like to increase/diversify your streams of income or If you're interested in the best...

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Insurance Sales Agent

  • LE001 AAA Club Alliance Inc.
  • West Carrollton, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • West Carrollton, OH
  • 13 days ago

The primary duties of the Insurance Sales Agents are: Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate insurance products....

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Insurance Sales Leader - Commercial Property & Casualty

  • Huntington Bancshares Inc
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 14 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 14 days ago

Property & Casualty Insurance license (or must obtain within 90 days of role). Other insurance licenses as needed....

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Insurance Agent Trainee

  • United Insurance Company of America
  • Springdale, OH
  • 15 days ago
  • Springdale, OH
  • 15 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 with a history spanning...

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Demographic Data for Ohio

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Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in Ohio

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 Ohio 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 Ohio
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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