Insurance OPT Jobs in Vermont
F-1 OPT insurance jobs in Vermont are concentrated among regional carriers and financial services firms, with Burlington and Montpelier home to employers including National Life Group and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont. Roles in actuarial analysis, underwriting, and risk management frequently qualify for OPT authorization, making Vermont's insurance sector a practical target for international graduates.
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Get Access To All JobsPersonal Lines Client Executive (Connecticut or Vermont Hybrid/remote)
Canaan, VT, US
Who We Are:
NFP, an Aon company, is a multiple Best Places to Work award winner in Business Insurance. We are an organization of consultative advisors and problem solvers. We help companies and individuals around the globe address their most significant risk, workforce, wealth management and retirement challenges through custom solutions and a people-first approach. To learn more, please visit: https://www.NFP.com.
Job Summary:
The Personal Risk Client Executive/Sales Advisor is P&C licensed and experienced in all facets of Personal Insurance, including proven sales skills. This New Business Department is a sales team whose primary role is to advise and deliver personal insurance products tailored to the specific needs of the prospective insured. In your role, you will be provided with leads from any/all non-solicited personal new business opportunities and or referrals presented to NFP. The expedited process of a Client Executive/Sales Advisor is conducted through a single-point-of-contact process, ensuring efficiency for the prospective insured while providing advice and creating an educated buying experience. Strong computer skills along with effective verbal, written and electronic communications are required. You should be able to perform within a team environment and build long lasting relationships with agency partners, company leadership and staff.
This is a full-time role offering a remote or hybrid schedule from our West Hartford, CT or Vermont offices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Understand various Carrier Appetites and Carrier Websites.
- Work closely with Carrier Underwriters to determine risk placement.
- Utilize agency management system, rating system and carrier websites to provide accurate, timely quotes.
- Execute policy correspondence delivery per agency guidelines and procedures.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and carrier representatives.
- Assist with special projects as assigned by management.
Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities:
- Experience in P&C Personal Lines client-facing sales, along with knowledge of coverage needs.
- Ability to work independently and anticipate client and team needs.
- Effective time management and decision-making skills.
- Strong leadership and diligent follow-through skills.
- Ability to negotiate and express ideas clearly in both written and oral communications.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite, CRM- EPIC preferred, MS Teams.
- Influential presentation and public speaking abilities.
- Comprehensive experience with the New England/Northeast P&C markets.
- Self-confident to make sound independent decisions.
- Ability to successfully interact with a variety of people/personalities.
Education and/or Experience:
A bachelor’s degree preferred. HS Diploma or GED is required with additional learning/certifications. More than 3 years of directly related industry sales and service experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registration:
- Property & Casualty Broker’s License required upon hire
- CPCU, CPRIA, CAPI or other P&C designation preferred
What We Offer:
We’re proud to offer a competitive salary, PTO & paid holidays, 401(k) with match, exclusive discount programs, health & wellness programs, and more. Our PeopleFirst culture focuses on building and nurturing lifelong relationships with our employees because, at the end of the day, we exist to be there for others. The base salary range for this position is $50,000 – $65,000. Compensation will also include 40% commission on new business. The base salary offered will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, experience, credentials, education, certifications, skill level required for the position, the scope of the position, and geographic location.
NFP and You… Better Together!
NFP is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Personal Lines Client Executive (Connecticut or Vermont Hybrid/remote)
Canaan, VT, US
Who We Are:
NFP, an Aon company, is a multiple Best Places to Work award winner in Business Insurance. We are an organization of consultative advisors and problem solvers. We help companies and individuals around the globe address their most significant risk, workforce, wealth management and retirement challenges through custom solutions and a people-first approach. To learn more, please visit: https://www.NFP.com.
Job Summary:
The Personal Risk Client Executive/Sales Advisor is P&C licensed and experienced in all facets of Personal Insurance, including proven sales skills. This New Business Department is a sales team whose primary role is to advise and deliver personal insurance products tailored to the specific needs of the prospective insured. In your role, you will be provided with leads from any/all non-solicited personal new business opportunities and or referrals presented to NFP. The expedited process of a Client Executive/Sales Advisor is conducted through a single-point-of-contact process, ensuring efficiency for the prospective insured while providing advice and creating an educated buying experience. Strong computer skills along with effective verbal, written and electronic communications are required. You should be able to perform within a team environment and build long lasting relationships with agency partners, company leadership and staff.
This is a full-time role offering a remote or hybrid schedule from our West Hartford, CT or Vermont offices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Understand various Carrier Appetites and Carrier Websites.
- Work closely with Carrier Underwriters to determine risk placement.
- Utilize agency management system, rating system and carrier websites to provide accurate, timely quotes.
- Execute policy correspondence delivery per agency guidelines and procedures.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and carrier representatives.
- Assist with special projects as assigned by management.
Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities:
- Experience in P&C Personal Lines client-facing sales, along with knowledge of coverage needs.
- Ability to work independently and anticipate client and team needs.
- Effective time management and decision-making skills.
- Strong leadership and diligent follow-through skills.
- Ability to negotiate and express ideas clearly in both written and oral communications.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite, CRM- EPIC preferred, MS Teams.
- Influential presentation and public speaking abilities.
- Comprehensive experience with the New England/Northeast P&C markets.
- Self-confident to make sound independent decisions.
- Ability to successfully interact with a variety of people/personalities.
Education and/or Experience:
A bachelor’s degree preferred. HS Diploma or GED is required with additional learning/certifications. More than 3 years of directly related industry sales and service experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registration:
- Property & Casualty Broker’s License required upon hire
- CPCU, CPRIA, CAPI or other P&C designation preferred
What We Offer:
We’re proud to offer a competitive salary, PTO & paid holidays, 401(k) with match, exclusive discount programs, health & wellness programs, and more. Our PeopleFirst culture focuses on building and nurturing lifelong relationships with our employees because, at the end of the day, we exist to be there for others. The base salary range for this position is $50,000 – $65,000. Compensation will also include 40% commission on new business. The base salary offered will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, experience, credentials, education, certifications, skill level required for the position, the scope of the position, and geographic location.
NFP and You… Better Together!
NFP is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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Search Insurance Jobs in VermontInsurance OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Vermont: Frequently Asked Questions
Which insurance companies in Vermont are known to sponsor F-1 OPT workers?
National Life Group, headquartered in Montpelier, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont in Berlin are among the larger insurance employers in the state with histories of hiring international professionals. Smaller regional carriers and managing general agents also hire for analytical and underwriting roles that align with OPT-eligible positions, though sponsorship practices vary by company size and hiring cycle.
Which cities in Vermont have the most insurance F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Burlington and Montpelier hold the highest concentration of insurance employment in Vermont. Montpelier, as the state capital, houses several insurance headquarters including National Life Group. Burlington supports a broader financial services cluster and is home to offices of national carriers. South Burlington and Williston also have insurance operations worth targeting, particularly for claims and underwriting support roles.
What types of insurance roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Vermont?
Roles requiring a bachelor's or advanced degree in a directly related field are most likely to qualify. Actuarial analyst positions, data analyst roles within insurance operations, underwriting associates, risk management analysts, and financial reporting positions tied to insurance products commonly meet OPT's requirement for employment directly related to a student's field of study. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether the specific role and degree fall under a STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs code.
How do I find insurance F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Vermont?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for F-1 OPT eligibility, letting you search insurance roles in Vermont without manually screening each employer. You can filter by OPT status, insurance industry, and Vermont location to surface positions from carriers and financial services firms that have filed Labor Condition Applications for international workers. Checking DOL OFLC disclosure data alongside your Migrate Mate search helps confirm an employer's prior sponsorship history.
Are there any Vermont-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in insurance?
Vermont's insurance market is smaller and more relationship-driven than those in larger states, so networking with employers through the Vermont Insurance Agents Association and state Chamber of Commerce events can surface opportunities not posted publicly. Vermont requires insurance professionals in certain roles to hold state licensure, which can sometimes complicate OPT timing since licensing exams must typically be completed after hire. Confirming license requirements with a prospective employer before accepting an offer is advisable.