Insurance Assistant Jobs in California

Insurance Assistant jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, with steady demand from property and casualty carriers, health insurance organizations, and independent agencies, at every level from entry-level support staff through senior administrative roles. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Sacramento, where large employers like State Farm, Farmers Insurance, and Blue Shield of California maintain significant California operations. The most in-demand specialties include personal lines support, claims administration assistance, and group benefits coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles8+
Top employerAlliant Insurance Services
Top cityFresno, CA
Cities hiring7
Work type75% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Risksmith Insurance Services
Insurance Broker Assistant, Professional Lines
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Risksmith Insurance Services
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Insurance Broker Assistant, Professional Lines
Risksmith Insurance Services
Irvine, California
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service & Support
$30 - $30/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Alliant Insurance Services
Commercial Assistant Account Representative
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Alliant Insurance Services
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Commercial Assistant Account Representative
Alliant Insurance Services
Fresno, California
Customer Service & Support
Finance
Accounting
$48k - $55k/yr
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Alliant Insurance Services
Assistant Account Manager
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Assistant Account Manager
Alliant Insurance Services
Fresno, California
Customer Service & Support
Administrative & Office Support
Account Management
$65k - $70k/yr
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Risksmith Insurance Services, LLC
Commercial Underwriting Assistant - Remote for California Residents
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Risksmith Insurance Services, LLC
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Commercial Underwriting Assistant - Remote for California Residents
Risksmith Insurance Services, LLC
Roseville, California
Customer Service & Support
Administrative & Office Support
$54k - $62k/yr
Remote (US)
Associate's

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Risksmith Insurance Services
Brokerage Assistant
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Risksmith Insurance Services
Added 1mo ago
Brokerage Assistant
Risksmith Insurance Services
Lafayette, California
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service & Support
$33 - $33/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Insurance Assistant Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Fresno
2 jobs
Irvine
1 jobs
Lafayette
1 jobs
Los Angeles
1 jobs
Roseville
1 jobs
San Diego
1 jobs
San Francisco
1 jobs

Insurance Assistant Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • Risksmith Insurance Services
    Risksmith Insurance Services3
  • Alliant Insurance Services
    Alliant Insurance Services2
  • Generali Global Assistance | Travel Insurance
    Generali Global Assistance | Travel Insurance1
  • Oxford Life Insurance
    Oxford Life Insurance1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance6

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in insurance assistant jobs across California.

  • Active California Department of Insurance license or eligibility to obtain one
  • Proficiency with insurance management software such as Applied Epic or AMS360
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and carrier correspondence
  • Experience processing policy documents, endorsements, and renewal paperwork
  • Knowledge of California insurance regulations and compliance requirements
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field

Insurance Assistant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a insurance assistant in California?

Most California employers require insurance assistants to hold or be working toward a California Department of Insurance producer license, obtained by completing a pre-licensing course approved by CDI and passing the state licensing exam. Entry-level roles typically require a high school diploma or associate degree, while positions at brokerages or carriers often prefer a bachelor's degree in business or finance. Gaining experience in customer service or office administration strengthens applications considerably.

How much do insurance assistants make in California?

Insurance assistants in California earn a median of about $56,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $40,280 for the lowest 10% to over $77,280 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire insurance assistants in California?

Employers hiring insurance assistants in California right now include Alliant Insurance Services, Risksmith Insurance Services, and Generali Global Assistance | Travel Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's large concentration of independent brokerages, regional carriers, and major national insurers with headquarters or significant offices here makes it one of the most employer-diverse markets for this role in the country.

Which California cities have the most insurance assistant jobs?

Fresno, Irvine, and Lafayette account for the most insurance assistant openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its sheer concentration of commercial brokerages, health plan offices, and specialty lines carriers, while San Francisco draws openings from financial services firms and technology company benefits teams, and Sacramento's volume reflects the density of state agencies, regional carriers, and government contractor insurance operations based there.

Are there remote insurance assistant jobs in California?

Yes, and more than many comparable administrative roles. About 25% of insurance assistant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the desk-based and document-heavy nature of most duties. Policy processing, client correspondence, and administrative support functions are the tasks most commonly performed fully remote, while roles involving in-person client meetings or mail handling tend to stay on-site.

How can I get hired as a insurance assistant in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic path for candidates without direct experience is applying to entry-level administrative or customer service roles at California independent agencies or regional carriers, where on-the-job training toward a CDI producer license is common. Enrolling in a CDI-approved pre-licensing course and sitting for the California insurance exam before applying gives candidates a concrete edge. Customer service representatives and office coordinators at financial services firms frequently transition into insurance assistant roles with this credential in hand.

Where can I find and apply to insurance assistant jobs in California?

You can find and apply to insurance assistant jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from agencies, brokerages, and carriers across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly from each listing.

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