Insurance Sales Agent Jobs in Tennessee

Insurance Sales Agent jobs in Tennessee are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in life, health, and property-and-casualty lines across the state's growing suburban and metro markets. The largest hiring hubs are Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville, where carriers and agencies including State Farm, Aflac, and Farmers Insurance maintain substantial agent forces. Openings range from entry-level captive agent roles to experienced independent and commercial lines positions, with Medicare and employee benefits specialties among the most sought-after. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles75
Top employerState Farm
Top cityKnoxville, TN
Cities hiring27
Work type63% Remote
Top industryInsurance

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Property and Casualty or Personal Lines Auto Insurance Agent - Hybrid
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Property and Casualty or Personal Lines Auto Insurance Agent - Hybrid
GoAuto Management Services LLC
Memphis, Tennessee
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED

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Remote Life Insurance Sales Agent
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Remote Life Insurance Sales Agent
Formula Financial
Nashville, Tennessee
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Customer Service
$20k - $50k/yr
Remote (US)

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Agent in Training - Farmers Insurance
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Agent in Training - Farmers Insurance
Farmers Insurance Group
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Customer Service
$40k - $60k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Insurance Agent Trainee
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Insurance Agent Trainee
Kemper
Somerville, Tennessee
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
5,001-10,000

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Insurance Agent
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Insurance Agent
Aflac
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$50k - $81k/yr
Remote (US)
5,001-10,000

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Insurance Sales Agent Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chattanooga
10 jobs
Nashville
9 jobs
Memphis
8 jobs
Franklin
4 jobs
Germantown
4 jobs
Jackson
3 jobs
Clarksville
3 jobs
Hixson
2 jobs

Insurance Sales Agent Job Market in Tennessee

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

Who's Hiring

  • State Farm31
  • Kemper5
  • Shelter Insurance5
  • Farmers Insurance5
  • Comparion Insurance Agency5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Science & Research

What Tennessee Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in insurance sales agent jobs across Tennessee.

  • Active Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance Property and Casualty or Life and Health producer license
  • Proven ability to meet or exceed individual sales targets in an insurance or financial services environment
  • Strong knowledge of personal lines, commercial lines, or employee benefits products relevant to Tennessee clients
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for client meetings across assigned Tennessee territory
  • Proficiency with agency management or CRM software such as Applied Epic or Salesforce
  • High school diploma required with preference for an associate or bachelor's degree in business or a related field

Insurance Sales Agent Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an insurance sales agent in Tennessee?

To become a licensed insurance sales agent in Tennessee, you must complete state-approved pre-licensing education, pass the relevant Tennessee insurance licensing exam administered through Pearson VUE, and submit your application to the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. Most candidates choose a Life and Health or Property and Casualty license, or both. No college degree is required to obtain the license, though many employers prefer candidates with some post-secondary education or prior sales experience.

Which companies hire insurance sales agents in Tennessee?

Companies currently hiring insurance sales agents in Tennessee include State Farm, Kemper, and Shelter Insurance, per current listings on Migrate Ate as of November 2026. Tennessee's large concentration of independent agencies alongside major national carriers creates openings across both captive and independent agent models throughout the state.

Which Tennessee cities have the most insurance sales agent jobs?

The Tennessee cities with the most insurance sales agent openings are Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville. Nashville dominates due to its dense corporate headquarters, large employer health benefits market, and rapid population growth, while Memphis and Knoxville generate consistent demand through their regional commercial sectors and established carrier offices that serve surrounding suburban and rural communities.

Are there remote insurance sales agent jobs in Tennessee?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because insurance sales typically requires client relationship-building, in-person meetings, and territory coverage. About 75% of insurance sales agent openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the role's mixed nature. When remote options do exist, they most often involve phone-based or digital sales of standardized products such as term life, Medicare supplements, or small-business commercial policies.

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

The most realistic entry path is obtaining your Tennessee producer license first, which signals commitment and makes you immediately hireable without prior experience. Large Tennessee-based carriers and agencies, including State Farm and Farmers Insurance, run structured new-agent development programs that pair first-year agents with established producers and provide training on local market conditions. Candidates who transition from adjacent roles such as customer service representative, financial services associate, or bank teller at Tennessee credit unions and community banks often move into entry agent positions with minimal friction because of their familiarity with financial products and client interaction.

Where can I find and apply to insurance sales agent jobs in Tennessee?

You can find and apply to insurance sales agent jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings from carriers, independent agencies, and general agencies operating across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your license type, product specialization, and preferred territory, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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