Life Insurance Agent Jobs
Life Insurance Agent jobs are open across insurance carriers, independent agencies, brokerages, and financial services firms, from entry-level to senior and management roles, with specializations in term life, whole life, and group benefits. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Company car
- Flexible schedule
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Role Summary
As a Life Insurance Agent, you will help individuals and families protect what matters most through:
- Life insurance needs assessments
- Building and maintaining a client base
- Following up to ensure clients are properly covered
- Partnering with our team for leads and support (where applicable)
- Providing great service to drive referrals and reviews
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively build your book of business
- Meet and exceed sales goals through consistent activity
- Educate clients on coverage options in a clear, compliant way
- Maintain follow-up schedules to support retention and policy growth
- Cultivate customer experiences that lead to strong Google reviews
Qualifications
- Licensed in Life Insurance (TN, MS, AL, AR)
- Strong communication skills and professionalism
- Willingness to learn, follow process, and improve weekly
- Prior sales experience preferred (not required)
- Comfortable working in a commission-based environment
Compensation Plan (Commission Structure)
✅ 8+ Google reviews = Commissions open no matter what
This eligibility applies starting at the “0” level (F&S Level).
F&S Level P&C %
0 | 1.25%
1 | 2.5%
2 | 3.75%
3 | 5%
4 | 6.5%
5 | 10%
Growth & Incentives
Your earnings can increase as you rise through F&S Levels, with a clear path to maximize results through consistent production and customer satisfaction.
How to Apply
Send your resume and licensing status to:
Email: Hunter@hunterbolden.com
Phone/Text: 615-385-1700
Attention: Include “Life Agent Application — Hunter Bolden State Farm” in the subject line.
Thanks,
Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Company car
- Flexible schedule
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Role Summary
As a Life Insurance Agent, you will help individuals and families protect what matters most through:
- Life insurance needs assessments
- Building and maintaining a client base
- Following up to ensure clients are properly covered
- Partnering with our team for leads and support (where applicable)
- Providing great service to drive referrals and reviews
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively build your book of business
- Meet and exceed sales goals through consistent activity
- Educate clients on coverage options in a clear, compliant way
- Maintain follow-up schedules to support retention and policy growth
- Cultivate customer experiences that lead to strong Google reviews
Qualifications
- Licensed in Life Insurance (TN, MS, AL, AR)
- Strong communication skills and professionalism
- Willingness to learn, follow process, and improve weekly
- Prior sales experience preferred (not required)
- Comfortable working in a commission-based environment
Compensation Plan (Commission Structure)
✅ 8+ Google reviews = Commissions open no matter what
This eligibility applies starting at the “0” level (F&S Level).
F&S Level P&C %
0 | 1.25%
1 | 2.5%
2 | 3.75%
3 | 5%
4 | 6.5%
5 | 10%
Growth & Incentives
Your earnings can increase as you rise through F&S Levels, with a clear path to maximize results through consistent production and customer satisfaction.
How to Apply
Send your resume and licensing status to:
Email: Hunter@hunterbolden.com
Phone/Text: 615-385-1700
Attention: Include “Life Agent Application — Hunter Bolden State Farm” in the subject line.
Thanks,
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- New York Life52
- State Farm6
- New York Life Insurance Company4
- Aaa Texas1
- Continental Casualty1
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance64
- Investment & Asset Management4
- Banking & Financial Services1
- Hospitality & Tourism1
- Staffing & Recruiting1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in life insurance agent jobs.
- Active state life and health insurance license or willingness to obtain before start date
- Proven sales or client-facing experience in insurance, financial services, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of term, whole life, universal life, and annuity products
- Experience with CRM software to manage leads, pipeline, and client follow-up
- Series 6 or Series 63 securities license for roles that include investment-linked products
- Ability to build and maintain a personal book of business through referrals and prospecting
Tips for Your Life Insurance Agent Job Search
List your state license prominently
Hiring managers scan for your active state life insurance license before reading anything else. Put it in your resume header or a dedicated credentials line so it's visible immediately, and note any non-resident licenses you hold across other states.
Tailor your resume to the sales model
Captive agent roles and independent broker positions expect different things. For captive roles, emphasize company product knowledge and compliance training. For independent positions, highlight your ability to shop multiple carriers and your book of business if you have one.
Target openings by distribution channel
Filter your search by whether a role is direct-to-consumer, employer group benefits, or financial planning focused. Each channel attracts different clients and requires different prospecting methods, so applying to roles that match your actual experience gets you further faster.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists life insurance agent openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a production-focused interview
Interviewers for life insurance agent roles almost always ask about how you prospect, handle objections, and close. Come ready with a concrete example of a sale you worked through start to finish, including how you identified the need, presented options, and addressed cost concerns.
Negotiate your comp structure, not just base pay
Most life insurance agent offers combine a base or draw with commission and renewal residuals. Ask specifically about the renewal schedule, vesting on your book of business if you leave, and whether leads are provided or self-generated, since these terms affect long-term earnings far more than the base.
Life Insurance Agent Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most life insurance agents?
The companies hiring the most life insurance agents right now include New York Life, State Farm, and New York Life Insurance Company, with the largest share of openings in Massachusetts, Texas, and Rhode Island, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Both captive carriers and independent distribution groups are actively recruiting across experience levels.
How many life insurance agent jobs are remote?
About 7% of life insurance agent openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with remote availability highest in direct-to-consumer sales and employer group benefits roles where client meetings happen over video. Field-based and referral-driven roles tied to local communities remain predominantly in-person.
How do you become a life insurance agent?
You need to pass your state's life insurance licensing exam, which requires completing a pre-licensing education course first. After passing, you submit a license application and background check through your state's department of insurance. From there, you can join a captive carrier as a new agent or affiliate with an independent marketing organization to access multiple carriers.
Can you get hired as a life insurance agent with little or no experience?
Yes, many carriers actively recruit career-changers and new agents because they provide product training and licensing support. Backgrounds in retail sales, real estate, financial advising, or any client-facing role transfer well. Highlighting your ability to build relationships, handle rejection, and work on a commission-based structure will matter more to most hiring managers than prior insurance-specific experience.
What does the life insurance agent interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter or manager screening call focused on your sales background and comfort with commission compensation. A second round typically involves behavioral questions around prospecting, handling objections, and closing. Some employers add a role-play scenario where you present a basic policy to the interviewer. Final offers usually come quickly once the fit is confirmed.
Where can I find and apply to life insurance agent jobs?
You can find and apply to life insurance agent jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your license, experience level, and preferred work arrangement, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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