Sales Agent

BetterLife; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Sales and product training

Access to leads program

Job summary

BetterLife is searching for motivated Affiliated Agents to join their team in Madison, Wisconsin. Your role involves guiding clients through the life insurance process and ensuring a smooth application experience.

This full-time position offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with the opportunity to make an impact in rural communities. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and sales experience, preferably in life insurance.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience selling in a fast‑paced, high‑transaction sales organization.
• Experience selling life insurance is preferred but not required.
• Active life insurance licenses preferred or willingness to obtain post-hire.

Responsibilities

• Guide individuals through the life insurance buying process.
• Facilitate the application process with the Member Services Team.
• Manage workflow using CRM and digital systems.

Skills

Consultative sales approach

Building rapport

Digital systems management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in sales, business, or marketing

Job description

Life is about to get better! BetterLife is building an affiliated agent sales channel and we’re looking for a diverse team of highly motivated life insurance agents to join our team. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of your clients and communities, have deep connections in rural areas, and want to help a growing company expand its rural footprint, we want to talk to you.

BetterLife Overview

BetterLife was formed in January 2021 after a merger of two companies with histories going back 124 years. It is a not‑for‑profit, member‑owned organization focused on closing the health and longevity gap in rural America. Our home office is in Madison, WI, and we are authorized to do business in more than 20 states.

Position Overview

As a BetterLife Affiliated Agent, your primary responsibility is to help prospective members secure life insurance policies by creating a positive, timely and smooth sales process. You will also be involved with BetterLife’s local member groups, receive sales and product training, have access to our leads program, and may participate in BetterLife’s sponsored health insurance and 401(k) plan.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include

• Guiding individuals through the life insurance buying process using a consultative approach and building rapport to uncover the term life and final‑expense products that will best meet their needs.
• Facilitating the application process alongside our Member Services Team to ensure a timely delivery of an in‑force policy, whether fully underwritten or non‑medical.
• Using our CRM and digital systems to manage your workflow.

What You Should Bring To The Table

• High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s degree in sales, business, marketing or a related field is preferred.
• At least one year of experience selling in a fast‑paced, high‑transaction sales organization.
• Experience selling life insurance is preferred but not required.
• Active life insurance licenses (preferred) or the ability and willingness to obtain them after hire.
• An entrepreneurial spirit and passion for connecting rural America with resources needed to build stronger communities.

Why You Should Be Excited

You’ll make a difference. BetterLife protects loved ones from financial risks associated with premature death through life insurance and final‑expense products. As a member‑owned organization, we are passionate about engaging our members to make a difference in their communities.

• We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
• You’ll work with people who believe in helping others, embracing change, doing the right thing, and having fun.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Job Type: Full‑time