Life Insurance Agent Jobs in New York

Life Insurance Agent jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in financial services, banking, and wealth management firms headquartered across New York City, with additional demand in Albany and Buffalo. Major employers with lasting New York presences include MetLife, New York Life, and Prudential. The most in-demand specialties are whole life and term underwriting, group benefits, and high-net-worth estate planning. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles14
Top employerState Farm
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring10
Work type60% Hybrid
Top industryInsurance

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Life Insurance & Annuity Sales Agent (Not Captive)
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Life Insurance & Annuity Sales Agent (Not Captive)
Wealthbridge Financial Group
New York, New York
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
$100k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Life Insurance Agent
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Life Insurance Agent
Stark Financial
White Plains, New York
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
$4,000 - $25k/yr
Remote (US)

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Life Insurance Agent | Licensing Sponsored, Leads Provided
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Life Insurance Agent | Licensing Sponsored, Leads Provided
Stark Financial
White Plains, New York
Business Operations
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
$5,000 - $40k/yr
Hybrid

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Life Insurance Sales Agent
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Life Insurance Sales Agent
New York Life - Robert Rice
Fishkill, New York
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
High school diploma or GED

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Health and Life Insurance Agent
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Health and Life Insurance Agent
Ryan Health | NENA
New York, New York
Enterprise Sales
Inside Sales
Sales
$85k.59 - $98k.58/yr
Hybrid

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Life Insurance Agent Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New York
3 jobs
White Plains
3 jobs
Scotia
1 job
Oakdale
1 job
Syosset
1 job
Fishkill
1 job
Kings Park
1 job
N Syracuse
1 job
Ronkonkoma
1 job

Life Insurance Agent Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

State Farm8 open roles
Stark Financial2 open roles
New York Life1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance

What New York Employers Look For

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

  • Active New York State life insurance producer license issued by the Department of Financial Services
  • Demonstrated ability to prospect clients and build a sustainable book of business
  • Experience selling individual life, term, whole, or universal life insurance products
  • Strong knowledge of New York insurance regulations and compliance requirements
  • Series 6 or Series 63 securities license preferred for variable or investment-linked products
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field or equivalent work experience

Life Insurance Agent Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a life insurance agent in New York?

To become a life insurance agent in New York, you must obtain a life insurance producer license through the New York State Department of Financial Services. The process requires completing a pre-licensing education course approved by the Department, passing the New York Life, Accident, and Health licensing exam, and submitting a license application. No college degree is mandated, though many employers prefer candidates with a background in finance or business.

Which companies hire life insurance agents in New York?

Companies currently hiring life insurance agents in New York include State Farm, Stark Financial, and New York Life, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's deep concentration of insurance headquarters, mutual companies, and financial services firms means hiring activity stays consistent throughout the year across both the metro area and upstate offices.

Which New York cities have the most life insurance agent jobs?

The cities with the most life insurance agent openings in New York are New York, White Plains, and Scotia. New York City leads by a wide margin given its density of insurance company headquarters, wealth management firms, and Fortune 500 employers, while Albany and Buffalo draw demand from regional carriers, benefits brokers, and government employee benefit programs tied to those markets.

Are there remote life insurance agent jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because the role often relies on in-person client meetings and relationship development. About 80% of life insurance agent openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a shift toward phone and video-based client consultations. Roles focused on renewals, inside sales, or group benefits administration tend to offer the most remote flexibility.

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

The most realistic entry path is through a career agent or associate program run by large mutual insurers with New York operations, such as New York Life or Guardian Life, which recruit candidates without prior sales experience and provide structured training toward licensure. Roles like licensed customer service representative or benefits coordinator at regional brokerages are common lateral entry points. Obtaining your New York life insurance producer license before applying gives you a clear edge over unlicensed candidates.

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

You can find and apply to life insurance agent jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings across insurers, brokerages, banks, and financial advisory firms. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employer from the listing.

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