Insurance Agents
Snapshot
Insurance Agents represent insurance companies in selling insurance to clients.
| Job stats | |
|---|---|
| How many are employed in this occupation? | 9900 |
| What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)? | $861 |
| How does unemployment compare with other occupations? | below average |
| What is the vacancy level for this occupation? | average |
| What are the job prospects for this occupation? | average |
Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- interviewing clients to identify their insurance needs
- explaining to clients details of insurance and conditions, risk coverage, premiums and benefits
- assisting clients to determine the type and level of coverage required
- calculating premiums and establishing method of payment
- reviewing clients' circumstances to ensure that the level and coverage of insurance is still appropriate
- settling and monitoring insurance claims to ensure that both client and insurer are satisfied with the outcome
- recording information about clients and their policies
- identifying and drawing up lists of potential clients from a variety of sources and contacting them to arrange interviews
- keeping up-to-date with changes in the insurance industry and informing clients of new developments
Job Titles
- Insurance Agent