Job Description
Insurance Agent Financial Professional – Training Provided
Location
Lake Charles, Louisiana
Job Description
This position is based in Lake Charles, LA. Applicants should live in the area or be able to commute to the territory.
Take the next step in your career with New York Life, a leader in the financial services industry. We are looking for individuals who are interested in building a career helping clients protect what matters most.
As an Insurance Sales Representative, you will work with individuals and families to develop personalized insurance and financial solutions. New York Life provides the training, licensing support, and tools needed to build a successful career.
This role offers the opportunity to grow professionally while building a client base and increasing earning potential over time.
Compensation & Benefits
• $89,000 – $120,000 expected earnings at plan (performance-based)
• Industry-leading benefits package (health, retirement, and other standard employee benefits, as offered by NYL)
• Licenses provided at no cost to you
• Professional training and development programs
• Expert field consultants for guidance and mentorship
• Dedicated New York Life Home-Office support
• Digital sales and marketing tools
• Access to company and industry conferences
• Opportunities for leadership and management advancement
Responsibilities
• Meet with individuals and families to evaluate insurance and financial protection needs
• Recommend life insurance and related financial solutions based on client goals
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Generate new business through networking, referrals, and outreach
• Maintain accurate client records and documentation
• Assist clients through policy questions, service requests, and claims processes
• Stay informed on product offerings and industry trends
Qualifications
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
• Comfortable building relationships and developing new business opportunities
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently
• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office or similar tools
Preferred but not required:
• Previous sales or customer service experience
• Background in insurance, financial services, or related industries
• Active Life and Health insurance license (licensing assistance available for qualified candidates)
About New York Life
New York Life is a Fortune 100 company and the largest mutual life insurer in the United States. With over 175 years of financial strength and stability, the company is committed to helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve financial security and protection.
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Lake Charles, LA |
| Industry | Financial Services |
| Salary | $89,000–$120,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1845 |
| Website | http://newyorklife.com |
Benefits
Parking, Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Work From Home, Life Insurance, On Site Cafeteria
About Company
Facts: New York Life is among the strongest and most respected financial companies in the world. New York Life has earned the highest possible financial strength ratings from each of the four major rating companies: A.M. Best (A++), Standard & Poor’s (AA+), Moody’s (Aaa), and Fitch (AAA). For 64 Consecutive years, we have led the Million Dollar Round Table, with more members than any other financial institution in the world. New York Life has been recognized as one of the “50 Best Companies to Launch a Career” by BusinessWeek, one of “America’s Best Large Employers” by Forbes and one of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” by Fortune. For the fourth consecutive year, our Boston General Office was recognized as one of the “TOP PLACES TO WORK” by the Boston Globe.
Mission Statement and Values: 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. That’s why New York Life is The Company You Keep.
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