Insurance Sales Agent

New York Life - West Texas General Office

Insurance Sales Agent

Lubbock, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you a motivated people person looking for the chance to break into a new industry? If the answer is “yes”, we are looking for you! Jump-start your career by joining our growing team as an entry-level insurance agent. Candidates with strong interpersonal communication skills will hit the ground running to facilitate insurance sales among new and prospective clients. Job seekers must have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and an enthusiastic approach to customer service. If you're interested in an exciting opportunity to become a top-notch insurance sales representative, please apply today! Responsibilities: • Develop risk management strategies for each customer to ensure his or her policy needs are continuously met • Maintain a portfolio of existing customers and pursue insurance sales with new clients by using sales strategies that may include cold calling and networking • Commit to remaining educated about the various types of insurance, insurance-related protocols, and policy changes to ensure fulfillment of program requirements and ensure our customers are satisfied • Update reports, records, bookkeeping systems, and other organizational tools to accurately report progress toward monthly insurance sales goals • Serve as an attentive listener when communicating with new and potential clients in order to accurately identify their unique needs prior to pursuing specific insurance sales • Discuss financial concerns and needs with potential clients identified during the prospecting process • Develop and employ marketing and business plans • Ensure effective insurance, retirement, and business planning education through an array of service offerings, including high-quality insurance, fixed annuities, long-term care insurance, securities, investments, and more • Improve your professional skills and knowledge through the New York Life training curriculum Qualifications: • Willingness to learn about the insurance industry, insurance programs, and state and federal regulations that may impact policyholders • Valid insurance license required or candidates must be willing to get licensed • Basic computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite is required • Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communications skills are necessary; customer service skills are helpful • High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree a plus • Sales experience preferred – enterprising mindset • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal • Desire to help others • Strong business acumen • Perseverance in the face of a challenge • Ability to engage your community and leverage personal networks/contacts Compensation: $66,500+ at plan earnings

    • Discuss financial concerns and needs with potential clients identified during the prospecting process • Develop and employ marketing and business plans • Ensure effective insurance, retirement, and business planning education through an array of service offerings, including high-quality insurance, fixed annuities, long-term care insurance, securities, investments, and more • Improve your professional skills and knowledge through the New York Life training curriculum • Secure optional licenses for selling securities and investment products for wealth management and advanced planning

  • Compensation
    $66,500 per year