Insurance Sales Agent Jobs in South Carolina
Insurance Sales Agent jobs in South Carolina are in steady demand, with strong hiring concentrated in personal lines, commercial lines, and life and health coverage across the state's growing suburban and coastal markets. Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville lead hiring activity, with well-established carriers and agencies such as State Farm, Allstate, and Aflac maintaining a consistent presence across South Carolina. Entry-level to senior producer roles are active, with the most sought-after specialties including Medicare and senior health products, commercial property and casualty, and independent agency positions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are seeking a motivated and personable Insurance Sales Agent to join our growing team in our Columbia, SC office.
Comparion Insurance Agency is hiring self-motivated, relationship-driven professionals for a rewarding outside sales career.
This role offers autonomy and flexibility to build your career, grow your earnings, and make a meaningful impact by helping protect individuals and families with auto, home, life, and specialty insurance.
Backed by a Fortune 100 company, you’ll receive hands-on training, resources, and team support to help you succeed — no prior insurance experience required.
Please note: While No Insurance Experience is required, you must obtain P&C and Life License prior to employment.
Description
What you’ll do:
- Sell auto, home, life, and related insurance products using a consultative, needs-based approach.
- Build and maintain a book of business through referrals, networking, and community engagement as part of your outside sales efforts.
- Identify prospective customers using established lead methodologies and relationship-driven outreach.
- Accurately document customer interactions and handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.
- Use insurance sales technology, relationship management tools, and multi-carrier platforms to deliver tailored insurance solutions.
- Participate in training, coaching, and performance incentives to continuously improve sales results.
What We Offer:
- $1,000 Professional Start Bonus
- Unlimited commission and renewal income – potential for earnings growth over time.
- Full-time employment with benefits from day one, including health insurance, generous 401(k) match, and paid time off.
- Paid training and ongoing development.
- Autonomy to embrace your entrepreneurial spirit and structure your time your way.
- Flexible work structure (hybrid office, field, and remote based on what your day requires).
- Supportive team culture with mentorship and long-term career paths.
Compensation Details:
- The typical training salary is $51k-55k
- Through a combination of base, bonuses, and uncapped commissions, typical total first year compensation ranges from $65k - $80k
- Potential for top performers to earn over $100k in their first year
Who We’re Looking For:
Day One Skills & Traits
- Self-motivated and accountable – you take ownership of your work and results.
- Reliable and responsive – you follow through and do what you say you’ll do.
- Professional and trustworthy – you handle customer information with care and integrity.
- Relationship-focused – you enjoy helping others and building long-term trust.
- Outgoing – you’re comfortable talking with people and explaining options clearly.
- Tech savvy – you’re able to learn and use technology and digital tools with ease.
- Calm under pressure – you stay composed in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in customer-facing roles like retail, hospitality, service, operations, logistics, banking, account management, or sales.
- Basic understanding of sales conversations, including handling common customer questions or objections.
- Experience managing multiple accounts, clients, or priorities simultaneously.
- Exposure to consultative selling, negotiation, or regulated industries.
You will be required to obtain P&C and Life licenses prior to being hired.
Build a career for yourself, not by yourself. Launch a rewarding insurance sales career today.
Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
In 2022, Comparion Insurance Agency was created to transition former Liberty Mutual exclusive agents to an agency that delivers a unique value proposition to carriers with over 2,000 agents in approximately 180 cities in 44 states. We offer customers 50 insurance companies with product breadth including auto, home, life, pet, renters, umbrella, jewelry and much more. We use our scale to deliver a first-rate customer experience through consultative insurance experts located in their communities.
Our Leadership team has over 200 years of cumulative insurance experience. At Comparion, we have a philosophy of staying close to our customers and agents, so sales leadership is located throughout the country in our larger storefronts. Comparion is owned and backed by Liberty Mutual Group, a Fortune 100 company, founded in 1912
Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Fair Chance Notices
- California
- Los Angeles Incorporated
- Los Angeles Unincorporated
- Philadelphia
- San Francisco
We are seeking a motivated and personable Insurance Sales Agent to join our growing team in our Columbia, SC office.
Comparion Insurance Agency is hiring self-motivated, relationship-driven professionals for a rewarding outside sales career.
This role offers autonomy and flexibility to build your career, grow your earnings, and make a meaningful impact by helping protect individuals and families with auto, home, life, and specialty insurance.
Backed by a Fortune 100 company, you’ll receive hands-on training, resources, and team support to help you succeed — no prior insurance experience required.
Please note: While No Insurance Experience is required, you must obtain P&C and Life License prior to employment.
Description
What you’ll do:
- Sell auto, home, life, and related insurance products using a consultative, needs-based approach.
- Build and maintain a book of business through referrals, networking, and community engagement as part of your outside sales efforts.
- Identify prospective customers using established lead methodologies and relationship-driven outreach.
- Accurately document customer interactions and handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.
- Use insurance sales technology, relationship management tools, and multi-carrier platforms to deliver tailored insurance solutions.
- Participate in training, coaching, and performance incentives to continuously improve sales results.
What We Offer:
- $1,000 Professional Start Bonus
- Unlimited commission and renewal income – potential for earnings growth over time.
- Full-time employment with benefits from day one, including health insurance, generous 401(k) match, and paid time off.
- Paid training and ongoing development.
- Autonomy to embrace your entrepreneurial spirit and structure your time your way.
- Flexible work structure (hybrid office, field, and remote based on what your day requires).
- Supportive team culture with mentorship and long-term career paths.
Compensation Details:
- The typical training salary is $51k-55k
- Through a combination of base, bonuses, and uncapped commissions, typical total first year compensation ranges from $65k - $80k
- Potential for top performers to earn over $100k in their first year
Who We’re Looking For:
Day One Skills & Traits
- Self-motivated and accountable – you take ownership of your work and results.
- Reliable and responsive – you follow through and do what you say you’ll do.
- Professional and trustworthy – you handle customer information with care and integrity.
- Relationship-focused – you enjoy helping others and building long-term trust.
- Outgoing – you’re comfortable talking with people and explaining options clearly.
- Tech savvy – you’re able to learn and use technology and digital tools with ease.
- Calm under pressure – you stay composed in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in customer-facing roles like retail, hospitality, service, operations, logistics, banking, account management, or sales.
- Basic understanding of sales conversations, including handling common customer questions or objections.
- Experience managing multiple accounts, clients, or priorities simultaneously.
- Exposure to consultative selling, negotiation, or regulated industries.
You will be required to obtain P&C and Life licenses prior to being hired.
Build a career for yourself, not by yourself. Launch a rewarding insurance sales career today.
Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
In 2022, Comparion Insurance Agency was created to transition former Liberty Mutual exclusive agents to an agency that delivers a unique value proposition to carriers with over 2,000 agents in approximately 180 cities in 44 states. We offer customers 50 insurance companies with product breadth including auto, home, life, pet, renters, umbrella, jewelry and much more. We use our scale to deliver a first-rate customer experience through consultative insurance experts located in their communities.
Our Leadership team has over 200 years of cumulative insurance experience. At Comparion, we have a philosophy of staying close to our customers and agents, so sales leadership is located throughout the country in our larger storefronts. Comparion is owned and backed by Liberty Mutual Group, a Fortune 100 company, founded in 1912
Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Fair Chance Notices
- California
- Los Angeles Incorporated
- Los Angeles Unincorporated
- Philadelphia
- San Francisco
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Insurance Sales Agent Job Market in South Carolina
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Who's Hiring
- State Farm34
- Kemper10
- AAA The Auto Club2
- AmeriLife Career Agency2
- Comparion Insurance Agency2
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in insurance sales agent jobs across South Carolina.
- Active South Carolina Property and Casualty or Life and Health producer license required
- Proven ability to prospect, quote, and close personal or commercial insurance policies
- Experience with agency management systems such as Applied Epic or EZLynx preferred
- Strong communication skills for client consultations and policy review conversations
- Ability to meet individual production goals and contribute to agency growth targets
- High school diploma required, with a bachelor's degree preferred by many carriers
Insurance Sales Agent Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a insurance sales agent in South Carolina?
To become a licensed insurance sales agent in South Carolina, you must pass the state licensing exam administered through the South Carolina Department of Insurance and submit an application for a resident producer license. Most candidates choose a Property and Casualty or Life and Health line of authority depending on their focus. No college degree is required to obtain a license, though many employers prefer applicants with some postsecondary education or prior sales experience before hiring.
Which companies hire insurance sales agents in South Carolina?
South Carolina insurance sales agent roles are posted by State Farm, Kemper, and AAA The Auto Club and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. South Carolina's mix of large regional carriers, national agency franchises, and independent brokerages means openings appear across a wide range of employer types, from captive carrier offices in Columbia to independent agencies serving the Charleston and Myrtle Beach coastal markets.
Which South Carolina cities have the most insurance sales agent jobs?
Greenville, Greer, and Columbia consistently post the most insurance sales agent openings in South Carolina. Columbia anchors the market as the state capital and a major commercial hub with a high concentration of carrier offices and corporate headquarters, while Charleston's growth in real estate and small business drives strong demand for commercial and personal lines agents, and Greenville's expanding manufacturing and professional services sector supports steady hiring at both captive and independent agencies.
Are there remote insurance sales agent jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since much of the role involves in-person client meetings, policy presentations, and community prospecting. About 25% of insurance sales agent openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the remote share concentrated in roles focused on inbound phone sales, Medicare plan enrollment, and commercial lines account management rather than field-based new business development.
How can I get hired as a insurance sales agent in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is obtaining your South Carolina producer license first, then applying directly to captive agency training programs run by carriers such as State Farm, Allstate, and Aflac, which regularly hire unlicensed candidates and cover exam prep costs. Entry roles such as customer service representative or agency assistant at independent agencies in Columbia or Greenville are common stepping stones. Candidates with a background in retail sales, financial services, or customer-facing roles are regularly considered without prior insurance experience.
Where can I find and apply to insurance sales agent jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to insurance sales agent jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search by city or specialty to narrow results to roles that match your license type and experience level, then apply directly to the listings that fit.
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