Insurance Agent Jobs in New Jersey

Insurance Agent jobs in New Jersey are consistently in demand, with strong hiring across property and casualty, life and health, and commercial lines throughout one of the nation's most densely insured markets. Newark, Jersey City, and Parsippany are the leading hiring hubs, where major carriers and brokerages such as Prudential, Chubb, and MetLife maintain significant operations. The most sought-after specialties include commercial lines underwriting support, employee benefits, and personal lines sales. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles54
Top employerState Farm
Top cityUnion, NJ
Cities hiring41
Work type41% Remote
Top industryInsurance

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Life Insurance & Annuity Sales Agent (Not Captive)
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Life Insurance & Annuity Sales Agent (Not Captive)
Wealthbridge Financial Group
Woodbridge, New Jersey
Business Development
Human Resources
Learning & Development
$100k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Life Insurance & Annuity Sales Agent (Not Captive)
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Life Insurance & Annuity Sales Agent (Not Captive)
Wealthbridge Financial Group
Fair Lawn, New Jersey
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
$100k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Life Insurance & Annuity Sales Agent (Not Captive)
Wealthbridge Financial Group
Morristown, New Jersey
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
$100k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Financial Advisor / Insurance Agent: Build Your Own Practice (Independen
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Financial Advisor / Insurance Agent: Build Your Own Practice (Independen
Wealthbridge Financial Group
Hackensack, New Jersey
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
Hybrid

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Life Insurance Agent
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Life Insurance Agent
Reuel Field & Associates
Mickleton, New Jersey
Account Management
Inside Sales
Sales
$35k - $50k/yr
Remote (US)

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Insurance Agent Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Union
5 jobs
Princeton
3 jobs
Lodi
2 jobs
Madison
2 jobs
Millburn
2 jobs
Montclair
2 jobs
Hackensack
2 jobs
Jersey City
2 jobs
Mount Laurel
2 jobs

Insurance Agent Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • State Farm39
  • Wealthbridge Financial4
  • Reuel Field & Associates3
  • Comparion Insurance Agency3
  • Aaa Club Alliance2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Hospitality & Tourism

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in insurance agent jobs across New Jersey.

  • Active New Jersey Property and Casualty or Life and Health producer license required
  • Experience selling or servicing personal lines, commercial lines, or employee benefits products
  • Strong ability to prospect, quote, and close new business in a competitive market
  • Proficiency with agency management systems such as Applied Epic or Vertafore
  • Demonstrated ability to meet production goals and retain an existing book of business
  • Clear communication skills for explaining coverage options to individual and business clients

Insurance Agent Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an insurance agent in New Jersey?

To become a licensed insurance agent in New Jersey, you must complete a state-approved pre-licensing education course for your chosen line of authority, then pass the New Jersey insurance licensing exam administered through the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance. After passing, you submit a license application to the department. Most employers require a Property and Casualty or Life and Health license before your first day, and some sponsor pre-licensing training for new hires.

Which companies hire insurance agents in New Jersey?

Employers hiring insurance agents in New Jersey right now include State Farm, Wealthbridge Financial, and Reuel Field & Associates, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New Jersey's concentration of major insurance carriers, regional brokerages, and independent agencies means openings appear across a wide range of employer sizes, from national carriers headquartered in the state to community-focused independent shops.

Which New Jersey cities have the most insurance agent jobs?

Union, Princeton, and Lodi have the most insurance agent openings in New Jersey. Newark and Jersey City draw heavy hiring because of their dense commercial corridors and proximity to major carrier and brokerage offices, while Parsippany serves as a corporate hub for several national insurers and financial services firms that maintain large New Jersey operations there.

Are there remote insurance agent jobs in New Jersey?

Yes, though they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since many insurance agent roles involve in-person client meetings and relationship building. About 77% of insurance agent openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a shift some carriers made after the pandemic. Roles most likely to be remote include inbound sales, renewals, and customer service positions at larger carriers.

How can I get hired as an insurance agent in New Jersey with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is to obtain your New Jersey producer license first, which signals commitment and removes a major hiring barrier before you apply. Large New Jersey carriers such as Prudential and regional agencies affiliated with networks like Farmers or Allstate regularly bring on unlicensed or newly licensed candidates through entry-level sales associate or customer service representative roles. Adjacent positions in customer service, banking, or financial services are common stepping stones, and candidates who hold even a pre-licensing course certificate often move to the front of the line.

Where can I find and apply to insurance agent jobs in New Jersey?

You can find and apply to insurance agent jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current New Jersey openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your license type, experience level, and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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