DescriptionEntry-Level and Experienced Life Insurance AgentAre you a leader who has the following traits?
- Competitive
- Business-minded
- Coachable
- Communicative
- Self-disciplined
- Authentic
If the answer is yes, consider becoming an insurance agent* to drive positive impact in the lives of families every day.
What we9re looking for...We9re looking for people who want to make a lasting impact on the financial well-being of individuals, families, and small businesses. This is not just a sales job-it9s a career with purpose and opportunity. You9ll provide peace of mind to clients while helping them navigate challenges that many of them find complex and confusing, such as preparing for retirement and saving for college. As an insurance agent, you will have the opportunity to see the positive impact of your work for years to come. You will grow personally and professionally along with clients.
What we offer...Training and developmentWe9ll equip and train you with a multifaceted approach that includes an industry-leading learning platform, personalized coaching from dedicated training professionals, and the ability to obtain industry professional designations. We are so committed to training that we9ll subsidize it in your first two full-time contract years, providing you with additional funds, if you qualify, to help keep you on your feet while you complete our training program and grow your career. You9ll also be eligible to get rewarded and acknowledged with sales incentives and professional-development trips for our top performing insurance agents.
Digital toolsBeyond this training and support, New York Life will equip you with the tools you need to succeed day-to-day, including experts on hand to answer your questions and a suite of digital sales, prospecting, and marketing tools that will help you attract and retain clients with web, social, and email content.
Products and solutionsTogether with its subsidiaries, New York Life provides a range of products, including life insurance, annuities, long-term care insurance, disability income insurance, and investment products such as mutual funds1 through our broker-dealer, NYLIFE Securities LLC (member of FINRA and SIPC), a Licensed Insurance Agency, ensuring that the solutions you develop with clients can help them and their families achieve their financial goals. You9ll also be able to specialize and gain expertise in different areas, such as by becoming a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies LLC, our registered investment advisor, to offer wealth management and advisory services,2 estate planning strategies, and business solutions. Human guidance. When you join New York Life, you9re joining a strong team with peer-to-peer support options like study groups, mentorship, and other opportunities to engage with your fellow insurance agents.
How we will compensate youYou have the power to determine your own income with our commission-based compensation.3 In 2024, the average income of our financial professionals under the N8 and N9 Agents9 Contract who met annual minimum sales production requirements was $120,555.4. Individual agent performance will determine your income. Benefits for eligible full-time agents include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a 401(k) and pension.5 For more information about commission-based income and benefits for financial professionals, please follow this link: https://www. newyorklife.com/careers/financial-professionals/income and benefits.
Responsibilities• Build and nurture long-term relationships with clients, ensuring their financial needs are met with tailored insurance solutions.
• Educate clients on the benefits and features of various insurance products, empowering them to make informed decisions.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve personal and team targets, driving business growth.
• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to identify opportunities for cross-selling and upselling insurance products.
• Stay informed about industry trends and regulatory changes to provide clients with the most current and relevant advice.
• Collaborate with team members and participate in ongoing training to enhance your skills and knowledge base.
• Utilize digital tools and resources to streamline client interactions and improve service delivery efficiency.
Qualifications• Experience in sales or customer service, with a focus on building and maintaining client relationships.
• Ability to identify client needs and tailor insurance solutions that align with their financial goals.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a competitive environment.
• Strong communication skills to effectively educate clients on insurance products and benefits.
• Proficiency in using digital tools and resources to enhance client interactions and streamline processes.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic sales plans to drive business growth.
• Experience in conducting comprehensive needs assessments to identify cross-selling and upselling opportunities for clients.
