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Insurance Agents

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Insurance Agents represent insurance companies in selling insurance to clients.

Job stats

How many people employed in this occupation?

9900

What are the weekly earnings for full-time workers ($ before tax)?

$861

How does unemployment compare with other occupations?

below average

What is the vacancy level?

average

What are the job prospects?

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

 

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