
Life Insurance Agent
- Kansas City, MO
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Manage electronic and paper records and ensure all contracting paperwork is kept current
- Onboard incoming and retain existing clients via a variety of customer service tasks, such as appointment booking, and responding to inquiries regarding billing, coverage, eligibility, and insurance policies
- Grow new business by generating a prospective customer base and advertise our insurance products via networking, asking for referrals, cold calling, and other marketing strategies
- Evaluate new customers’ insurance needs, insurance risk, existing coverage, long-term goals, and financial status through consultations to create a tailored experience that exceeds expectations
- Aid policyholders with the insurance claims process while supervising the progress of current insurance claims
- Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite
- Previous customer service or experience as a sales representative preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Possesses outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
- Candidates with an active Life & Health insurance license are strongly preferred
New York Life – Company Overview:A Legacy of Stability & TrustFounded in 1845, New York Life is the largest mutual life insurer in the U.S., meaning it’s owned by its policyholders rather than shareholders. The company consistently ranks among the top on the Fortune 500 list—currently at No. 69.Unwavering Financial StrengthNew York Life has received the highest possible financial strength ratings from all major credit agencies:A.M. Best: A++Fitch Ratings: AAAMoody’s: Aaa (or Aa1 in some recent updates)Standard & Poor’s: AA+ These affirmations highlight the company’s exceptional capital position, diversified liabilities, strong operational performance, and disciplined distribution model.