Insurance Sales Agent

We want to add a motivated and personable new employee to our insurance agent team who is seeking a new learning opportunity with lots of room for growth. The ideal candidate for our entry-level insurance agent position has the solid communications skills it takes to drive insurance sales among potential clients and new clients. Bring a friendly attitude and a passion for customer service, and we'll invest our resources into training you to be a successful insurance sales representative!Responsibilities:Conduct meetings with new and potential clients and carefully listen to their individual circumstances in order to present the best insurance policies to meet their needsCollaborate with policyholders to develop insurance risk management and other profiles that specify the best policies for their evolving insurance needsMaintain a portfolio of existing customers and pursue insurance sales with new clients by using sales strategies that may include cold calling and networkingKeep an accurate log of sales databases, client reports, bookkeeping records, and more to share progress toward goals with key stakeholdersRemain updated about insurance industry changes that may affect customers in your portfolioIdentify and obtain clients through multiple marketing strategiesQualifications:Experience using accounting or sales-related software is beneficialBasic computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite is requiredStrong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills required; customer service experience is a plusHigh school diploma necessary; college degree a bonusValid insurance license required or candidates must be willing to get licensedSales Experience is a mustAbout Company:As a mutual company, with no investors or outside owners, New York Life is uniquely aligned with our clients' interests and priorities. We had over 170 years of industry success. Some of our accolades include:A promise to work with you to build a strong financial future for both you and your clients#71 on Fortune 100 in 2019Most MDRT2 members in any United States Mutual company 2019Highest possible financial strength ratings currently awarded to any life insurer: Standard & Poor's (AA+); A.M. Best (A++); Moody's (Aaa); and Fitch (AAA) as of 7/30/18New York Life Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity