EntryLevel Insurance Sales Agent

NYL Nassau-Suffolk Region; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Melville is seeking a motivated Life Insurance Agent. You will help clients achieve financial goals through customized strategies and products. Ideal candidates should have strong communication, sales experience, and the integrity to build long-term relationships. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $60,000 to $100,000 annually with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to articulate complicated concepts.
• Sales experience preferred with a growth mindset.
• Must possess uncompromising integrity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and employ marketing and business plans.
• Secure licenses for selling securities and investment products.
• Discuss financial needs with potential clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Sales experience

Business acumen

Integrity

Job description

Overview

Our mission is to provide financial security and peace of mind through our insurance, annuity, and investment solutions. We act with integrity and humanity in all our interactions with our policy owners, business partners, and one another. Grounded in both confidence and humility, we serve as stewards for the long term. We are here for good, reflecting both the permanence of New York Life and our commitment to do the right thing in business and society. Everything we do has one overriding purpose: to be there when our policy owners need us. If you are searching for an excellent opportunity to grow your career as a life insurance agent, this job is for you! We are seeking a highly motivated, self-disciplined candidate interested in helping clients identify and reach their financial goals. Armed with our expansive suite of products and the support of our agents, you will guide individuals, families, and businesses through customized financial strategies. Apply today for a rewarding career in a stable, industry-leading company centered on doing what is right for its customers!

Training, Development & Benefits

Our training program extends beyond the virtual and physical classroom, as our agents learn best by doing. Every office has a dedicated sales-support team, consisting of our management team and in-office sales management trainers, who work with agents step-by-step to ensure they’ve honed the necessary skills to meet their goals and effectively service their clients. We carry those values throughout all efforts across the company.

About New York Life

New York Life is among the strongest and most respected financial companies in the world. New York Life has received the highest financial strength ratings currently awarded to any U.S. life insurer by each of the four major rating companies: A.M. Best (A++), Standard & Poor’s (AA+), Moody’s Investors Service (Aaa), and Fitch (AAA). For 65 consecutive years, we have led the Million Dollar Round Table with more members than any other insurance or financial institution in the world. New York Life has been recognized as one of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” by Fortune Magazine for 2019. 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 - Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Full-time agents and their dependents are immediately eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and group term life insurance. New York Life reserves the right to amend or terminate any benefit plans, in whole or in part, at any time.

Responsibilities

• Develop and employ marketing and business plans to grow your client base
• Secure optional licenses for selling securities and investments products for wealth management and advanced planning
• Discuss financial concerns and needs with potential clients identified during the prospecting process
• Hone your knowledge and professional skills by successfully completing the New York Life training curriculum
• Deliver responsible business planning, insurance, and retirement education via options for high-quality life insurance, fixed annuities, securities, long-term care insurance, and other related products

What is expected of our Agents?

• Ability to understand the needs and financial concerns of clients
• Ability to educate clients on how to plan ahead for the future financially, so that they are prepared for unfortunate life events/ circumstances they may encounter
• Promote customized ways for clients to achieve their long-term financial goals
• Cultivating relationships with a view to helping every family member or individual pursue financial security
• Ability to build an insurance and financial practice through establishing professional networks and prospecting for new clients. Providing compassion and guidance to clients when unfortunate life circumstances arise
• Having a clear focus on developing and maintaining long-term bonds with clients, resulting in trust and continuity of the community over time

Qualifications

• Articulate complicated concepts using superb written and verbal communication skills
• Sales experience preferred with a growth mindset
• Strong business acumen
• Must possess uncompromising integrity
• Ability to engage your community and leverage personal networks and contacts

Qualities that we look for in our Agents

• Sales experience preferred – an enterprising mindset
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Desire to help others
• Strong business acumen
• Perseverance in the face of a challenge
• Ability to engage your community and leverage personal networks/contacts

Compensation

$60,000 - $100,000 yearly