Insurance Assistant Jobs in New York

Insurance Assistant jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in commercial lines, personal lines, and employee benefits across one of the world's largest insurance markets. Most hiring is centered in New York City, White Plains, and Melville, where major carriers and brokerages such as Chubb, MetLife, and Marsh McLennan maintain substantial operations. The most in-demand specialties are commercial property and casualty support, claims coordination, and broker service roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles7+
Top employerOxford Life Insurance
Top cityHolbrook, NY
Work type100% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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National Union Fire Insurance Company Of Pittsburgh, Pa.
Assistant Manager of Treasury
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National Union Fire Insurance Company Of Pittsburgh, Pa.
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Assistant Manager of Treasury
National Union Fire Insurance Company Of Pittsburgh, Pa.
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Tax
On-Site
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Morgan Stanley
Head of OCIO Insurance - Global Investment Office, Executive Director
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Morgan Stanley
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Head of OCIO Insurance - Global Investment Office, Executive Director
Morgan Stanley
New York, New York
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
Office Management
On-Site
Associate's

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Oxford Life Insurance Co.
Area Field Manager
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Oxford Life Insurance Co.
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Area Field Manager
Oxford Life Insurance Co.
Holbrook, New York
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
On-Site
High School

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Oxford Life Insurance Co.
Area Field Manager
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Oxford Life Insurance Co.
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Area Field Manager
Oxford Life Insurance Co.
Holbrook, New York
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
On-Site
High School

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Oxford Life Insurance Co.
Area Field Manager
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Oxford Life Insurance Co.
Added 2mo ago
Area Field Manager
Oxford Life Insurance Co.
Holbrook, New York
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
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High School

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Insurance Assistant Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Holbrook
4 jobs

Insurance Assistant Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

  • Oxford Life Insurance
    Oxford Life Insurance4
  • Morgan Stanley
    Morgan Stanley1
  • National Union Fire Insurance Company Of Pittsburgh, Pa.
    National Union Fire Insurance Company Of Pittsburgh, Pa.1
  • Starr Insurance Holdings
    Starr Insurance Holdings1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance2
  • Law & Legal Services1

What New York Employers Look For

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

  • Active New York Property and Casualty or Life insurance license required or in progress
  • Experience with agency management or policy administration software such as Applied Epic
  • Strong knowledge of commercial or personal lines insurance products and underwriting basics
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and insurance carrier portal systems
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for client and carrier correspondence
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field preferred

Insurance Assistant Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a insurance assistant in New York?

Most insurance assistant roles in New York require or strongly prefer an active New York Department of Financial Services insurance license, typically the Property and Casualty or Life and Health license depending on the employer's line of business. Candidates sit for the relevant state exam and apply for licensure through the New York DFS. Many employers hire unlicensed candidates and sponsor exam preparation, but having the license before applying gives you a clear competitive edge in this market.

How much do insurance assistants make in New York?

Insurance assistants in New York earn a median of about $57,790 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $44,980 for the lowest 10% to over $76,870 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire insurance assistants in New York?

Employers hiring insurance assistants in New York right now include Oxford Life Insurance, Morgan Stanley, and National Union Fire Insurance Company Of Pittsburgh, Pa., based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's concentration of global carriers, regional brokerages, and specialty lines firms means steady demand well beyond the largest names, particularly in the New York City metro and Long Island corridors.

Which New York cities have the most insurance assistant jobs?

The cities with the most insurance assistant openings in New York are Holbrook and New York. New York City dominates because it is home to the headquarters and major offices of global carriers, reinsurers, and brokerages, while suburban markets like White Plains and Melville reflect the large regional agency and benefits administration sector that serves mid-market commercial clients across the greater metro area.

Are there remote insurance assistant jobs in New York?

Yes, and more than many support roles, because much of the work involves policy administration, client correspondence, and document processing that can be done off-site. About 0% of insurance assistant openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting a genuine shift among carriers and brokerages post-pandemic. Roles focused on commercial lines service and employee benefits support tend to offer the most remote flexibility.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying directly for client services coordinator or insurance associate roles at large New York-area brokerages and regional agencies, many of which hire candidates without prior insurance experience and fund their New York DFS licensing exam. Carriers such as MetLife and Chubb run structured associate programs in their New York operations for entry-level hires. A background in customer service, banking, or administrative support is the most common lateral move, and passing even one licensing exam before applying signals commitment and meaningfully shortens the hiring conversation.

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

You can find and apply to insurance assistant jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings from carriers, brokerages, and agencies across the state. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly.

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