Life Insurance Agent Jobs in Massachusetts
Life Insurance Agent jobs in Massachusetts are open across Waltham, Barnstable, and Andover and other Massachusetts metros, with employers like New York Life hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
We’re looking for experienced professionals to join our team. Whether you’re looking for a change or seeking to align with a stable, dependable firm, and you have a passion for insurance and investments, then there’s no better place to work than New York Life Insurance Company. So if you’re interested in new market opportunities, expanding your products and services, or giving your clients more stability, we can help.
JOB DESCRIPTION
New York Life and its affiliates are dedicated to prudent financial management, high-quality products, and impeccable service. Our financial professionals help clients develop a sound, long-term financial strategy to achieve their financial goals using a comprehensive array of financial products and services, including life insurance, investments, annuities, and mutual funds.
As a financial professional with New York Life, you will be able to build your practice and help those in your community plan for their financial futures. We’re looking for people who possess the following characteristics:
- Highly self-motivated and self-disciplined with the ability to work effectively and independently
- Outgoing personality with the ability to develop relationships (i.e., “People Person") and a sincere desire to help others
- Fearless, positive attitude and willingness to be accountable for results
- Organized, detail-oriented and excellent time-management skills
- Desire for continuous learning
- Good communicator—excellent listening skills and ability to explain complex information in a simple and concise manner
WHY NEW YORK LIFE?
From quality training programs to a competitive compensation package, New York Life offers tremendous support and benefits to our financial professionals. Our dedicated teams at the General Office and the corporate office support our agents and help them impact their customers and communities.
Our extensive, agent-focused resources include:
- Our NYLIC University training program, designed to provide career-long support and growth including specialized training for those interested in the management career path
- The Professional Alliance Program, which helps you strengthen existing relationships with attorneys, accountants, and other financial professionals by being able to share commissions on client referrals that lead to sales
- Our Advanced Planning Group, Eagle Strategies for qualifying agents who are also Registered Representatives, and the Nautilus Group for qualifying agents who pay a monthly subscription fee, are three highly-skilled teams providing advanced markets support
- Dedicated underwriters who work diligently on cases
- Committed managers who don’t sell; instead they’re dedicated to helping you succeed
- A team of highly-trained, experienced product consultants to support your client acquisition needs
- Significant income potential
- Substantial benefits, including a defined benefit pension plan and 401k
ABOUT NEW YORK LIFE
We are among the strongest and most respected financial companies in America today, ranking #65 on the 2017 Fortune 100 list. New York Life has earned the highest possible financial strength ratings currently awarded to any life insurer from the major ratings agencies such as Standard & Poor’s (AA+); A.M. Best (A++); Moody’s (Aaa); and Fitch (AAA). Source: Individual Third Party Ratings Reports as of 6/27/17. For over 60 years we have led the way in the industry with the most US members of the Million Dollar Round Table, the standard of excellence for life insurance sales performance in the insurance and financial services industry.
Financial Advisors offer investment advisory services through Eagle Strategies LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser. Registered Representatives offer securities through NYLIFE Securities LLC (member FINRA/SIPC), A Licensed Insurance Agency.
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The company reserves the right to amend or terminate the Agents Progress-Sharing Investment Plan (401k) and the New York Life Insurance Company Retirement Plan (and other benefit plans) at any time. Please refer to the applicable summary plan descriptions and plan documents for more information about these plans.
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Life Insurance Agent Job Market in Massachusetts
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Who's Hiring
- New York Life27

Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance27
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in life insurance agent jobs across Massachusetts.
- 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
Life Insurance Agent Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How many life insurance agent jobs are there in Massachusetts?
There are 27+ life insurance agent openings in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Waltham, Barnstable, and Andover. New positions post regularly as employers across Massachusetts hire.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most life insurance agent jobs?
Waltham, Barnstable, and Andover have the most life insurance agent openings in Massachusetts right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire life insurance agents in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring life insurance agents in Massachusetts include New York Life, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote life insurance agent jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes. About 0% of life insurance agent openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Massachusetts metros.
How do I apply for life insurance agent jobs in Massachusetts?
You can apply to life insurance agent jobs in Massachusetts directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Massachusetts location, then apply to each one that fits.
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