Entry-Level Insurance Sales Representative
The Entry-Level Insurance Sales Representative will be responsible for marketing life insurance products, tailoring risk management strategies to client needs, and guiding policyholders through the claims process. This full-time role offers hands-on training, a supportive team environment, and advancement opportunities, focusing on building long-term client relationships without cold calling.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Position summary
This listing is for an Entry-Level Insurance Sales Representative in Columbus, OH. The confidential client is hiring a full-time life insurance sales professional who is competitive, coachable, and motivated to build a long-term sales career. Training, a supportive team environment, and qualified leads are provided.
What You’ll Do
As an Entry-Level Insurance Sales Representative you will:
- Market and present life insurance products to prospective customers using a proven sales system and qualified leads (no cold calling required).
- Meet with clients to assess needs, recommend appropriate coverage, and help families protect what matters most.
- Maintain accurate records in sales databases, client reports, and bookkeeping tools to track progress toward sales goals.
- Provide excellent customer service and assist policyholders through the claims process as needed.
- Stay current on industry changes that affect customer portfolios.
- Participate in ongoing coaching and training to sharpen sales skills and advance your career.
Qualifications
- Must have or be willing to obtain the required state insurance license (Life & Health preferred).
- High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills; customer-service background is a plus.
- Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with sales/accounting software is a benefit.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to follow proven sales processes.
- Professional, reliable, and committed to building a long-term sales career.
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation: $62,000 base – $83,000 at plan yearly (as provided by the confidential client).
- Paid training and ongoing coaching.
- Qualified leads provided; opportunity for career advancement.
- Supportive team environment and sales resources to help you exceed goals.
Location & Employment Type
- Job location: Columbus, OH (on-site / local).
- Employment type: Full-time.
About the Confidential Client
The confidential client focuses on sales and develops high-potential producers who want to build a rewarding sales career. They provide structured training, coaching, and a growth-focused culture designed to help employees advance.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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