Insurance Agent Jobs in Melville, NY

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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Sales Associate

  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

The Position Vince is seeking a dynamic, customer service driven Full-Time Sales Associate. The Sales Associate is responsible for generating sales and building customer relationships in our...

Team Nexa Life Insurance Agent-No Lead Costs

  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 7 hours ago

**THIS POSITION REQUIRES THAT YOU HOLD A VALID INSURANCE PRODUCERS LICENSE** Our Agency is currently seeking Life Insurance Agents to work in our Loyalty Sales Group at Security National Life Insurance...

Remote Insurance Agent

  • Babylon, NY (9 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Babylon, NY (9 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 6 days ago

PROMOTED2 has been exclusively contracted to recruit top talent for this exciting opportunity. This full-time position offers flexible work hours and ample opportunities for advancement into...

Remote Work

Sales Associate

  • Woodbury, NY (4 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (4 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 9 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...

Insurance Sales Agent

  • Melville, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 20 days ago

Alliant Insurance is hiring Insurance Sales Agents at Medigap Life!...

Apply Now - On Premise Sales Representative - Long Island, NY

  • Ronkonkoma, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ronkonkoma, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ 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...

Insurance Sales Associate

  • Hauppauge, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 25 days ago

As an Insurance Sales Associate, you will work alongside with and support a Comparion Insurance Sales Agent in profitable growth through new business sales and customer retention....

BenefitMall - Inside Sales Representative, Large Group Benefits (Hybrid)

  • Melville, NY
  • 26 days ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 26 days ago

The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply button at the top or bottom of this page. You'll be required to create an account or sign in to an existing one. If you have...

Sales Representative

  • Bay Shore, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bay Shore, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Company: US0306 Sysco Long Island, LLC Sales Territory: US-NY-Long Island Zip Code: 11722 Travel Percentage: Up to 75% Compensation Range: $56,100.00 - $78,500.00 The compensation range provided...

Sales Associate Part Time

  • Deer Park, NY (4 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Deer Park, NY (4 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Sales Associate Part Time - TOMMY HILFIGER R38431 Deer Park, New York, United States Part Time Tommy Hilfiger Retail Design Your Future at PVH Sales Associate Part Time - TOMMY HILFIGER SALES...

Retail Sales Associate - Greenwich

  • Greenwich, CT (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

About Athleta For the past 25 years, we ve committed ourselves and our brand to a single aim: to empower all women and girls. Inspiration. Collaboration. Connection. Inclusivity. It s what we do...

Engagement and Retention Specialist

  • Whitestone, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Whitestone, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, were moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative,...

Terrain Sales Associate - Decor

  • Westport, CT (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Westport, CT (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Terrain Sales Associate - Decor Terrain - 3.3 Westport, CT Job Details Part-time From $16.50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee...

Sales Associate - SONO

  • Norwalk, CT (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Join the Pacsun Community Co-created in Los Angeles, Pacsun inspires the next generation of youth, building community at the intersection of fashion, music, art and sport. Pacsun is a leading...

Sales Representative

  • Central Islip, NY (10 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Central Islip, NY (10 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Territory for this Opportunity - Westchester*** Selected candidate will begin with our upcoming sales class on April21st. Are you an experienced Sales Professional, Restaurant Manager, Culinary...

Demographic Data for Melville, NY

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Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in Melville, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Insurance Agent positions.



Highest Education Level

Insurance Agents in Melville, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.1%
High School or GED
13.6%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
12.6%
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 Melville, NY
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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