Insurance Agent Jobs in New York, 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.

1-15 of 109 Jobs
Liberty Mutual Insurance

Remote Inside Sales Representative

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

Remote Work

Insurance Agent (Base salary + Uncapped commissions)

  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

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...

Retail Sales Associate

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Anderson Merchandisers Retail Sales Associate in Lancaster , New York WE ARE LOOKING FOR GREAT PEOPLE TO JOIN OUR TEAM- just like you! Our associates have a lot in common. They have great...

Sales Associate - Guest Experience Specialist

  • Secaucus, NJ (4 miles from New York, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (4 miles from New York, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Retail Guest Experience Specialists Full-Time and Part-Time Career Opportunities Our Retail Guest Experience Specialists are a major driving factor behind Bobs Discount Furnitures success and...

Sales Associate - Palisades Center

  • West Nyack, NY (24 miles from New York, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Nyack, NY (24 miles from New York, NY)
  • 4 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 Associate

  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Come join our team at our new store in Paramus, Bergen Town Center! Who We Are For over 60 years, we have curated a unique marketplace filled with inspiring finds for the home decorator,...

Sales Representative - Manhattan

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

Axogen is committed to building and maintaining a strong and gratifying company culture that fosters professional growth. Our hands-on and personal approach makes transitioning to a new job a...

On Premise Entry Level Sales Representative - Queens

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 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...

Off Premise Wine & Spirits Sales Representative - Blueprint Brands - Brooklyn, NY

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Blueprint Brands are currently looking for an Off-Premise Sales Rep to sell, promote and grow our ever-expanding portfolio in the world's most fast-paced, competitive, and demanding market NYC. We...

Engagement and Retention Specialist

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

at Avis Budget Car Rental Services in Queens, New York, United States Job Description Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose....

Inside Sales Representative

  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Inside Sales Representative Arrow Electronics, Inc. - 3.4 Purchase, NY Job Details Full-time $22.50 - $27.50 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance...

Medical Sales Representative - Direct Hire - Nashville, TN 2868256

  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 days ago

This is a direct hire position with Biocodex Pharmaceuticals** Biocodex Pharmaceuticals has partnered with IQVIA to support them in their recruiting efforts for this opportunity. Have you always...

Inside Sales Representative

  • Woodbridge, NJ (20 miles from New York, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (20 miles from New York, NY)
  • 7 days ago

College degree and/or NJ Property & Casualty license are a plus....

Entry-level Life Insurance Agents- Fully Remote

  • Yonkers, NY (15 miles from New York, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (15 miles from New York, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Entry-level Life Insurance Agents- Fully Remote TBD image 1 of 1 compensation: Commission employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Entry-level Life Insurance Agents- Fully...

Remote Work

Sales Associate Bilingual Spanish a plus! - Guest Experience

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

Retail Guest Experience Specialists Full-Time and Part-Time Career Opportunities Our Retail Guest Experience Specialists are a major driving factor behind Bob's Discount Furniture's success and...

Demographic Data for New York, NY

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


Local
National
1,685,545
96,034
Large

Insurance Agent Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireInsurance curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Become an Insurance Agent
This course provides 250 insurance related questions to help prepare you for the state exam. There are 5 chapters that focus on NJ insurance laws, insurance concepts & licensing, dwelling...
The School for Change Agents
Free access to course content for everyone and free upgrade for NHS & affiliated staff. Check eligibility for a free upgrade here. Apply for free upgrade here. The School is free for everyone to...
Financial Analysis of Insurance Companies
Financial Analysis of Insurance Companies Professional Certificate is designed to provide you with a good understanding of the unique analysis methods needed to assess the financial strength and...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Insurance Agent Jobs in New York, NY

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, 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 New York, 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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Insurance Agent Related Career Advice Articles

insurance agent's hands over a small house
How to Become an Insurance Agent

Interested in a career as an insurance agent? Learn more about insurance agent licenses, insurance agent salary ranges, and more.

Read article »
Insurance agent helping clients
Hot Jobs in the Insurance Industry

Job market trends should always be taken into consideration during a job search, and seeking a job within the insurance industry is no different. If you are making a career change, two areas within the insurance industry worth looking into are Technology and Sales.

Read article »