Insurance Sales Agent

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About Me

My name is Nicholas Spinella, Partner and former Financial Advisor with New York Life in our Melville, Long Island office. I’m hiring Agent/Advisor candidates and seeking individuals who want a career with autonomy, impact, and income potential.

• New York Life recruiting page: https://www.newyorklife.com/recruiter/nspinella
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickspinella/

About New York Life

Founded in 1845, New York Life Insurance Company is the largest mutual life insurance company in the United States and one of the most respected names in the financial services industry. New York Life is a Fortune 100 mutual company with over 175 years of history helping Americans protect their families and achieve financial security. As a mutual company, we are accountable only to our policyholders—not Wall Street—allowing us to focus on long-term value and stability.

New York Life holds the highest possible financial strength ratings from all four major credit rating agencies:

• A++ (Superior) – A.M. Best
• AAA – Fitch Ratings
• Aaa – Moody’s Investors Service
• AA+ – S&P Global Ratings

With more than $760 billion in assets under management and a history of responsible investing and risk management, New York Life remains a leader in life insurance, retirement income, investments, and estate planning.

The role as an Agent/Advisor, you’ll work directly with individuals, families, and business owners to help them identify financial needs and implement strategies designed to protect their future. This role offers the opportunity to build a long-term, client-focused practice with support, training, and resources from New York Life.

Job Requirements:

• Obtain Life & Health insurance license within 30 days of acceptance (company-paid)
• Obtain FINRA SIE, Series 6 or 7, and Series 63 registrations within 120 days (company-paid)
• Meet and contact prospective clients to discuss financial concerns and goals
• Conduct information-gathering meetings to assess client needs
• Highly self-motivated and self-disciplined, with the ability to work independently
• Strong organizational, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills
• Demonstrated sales, analytical, decision-making, interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills

Previous sales experience a plus

Athletic and/or coaching background a plus

Compensation Potential (Average Ranges)

• Year 1: $65,000 – $132,000
• Year 3: $109,000 – $205,000
• Year 5: $132,000 – $287,000
• Year 10: $239,000 – $500,000

Compensation is performance and commission based, and reflects the growth of your client relationships and practice over time.

Benefits & Support

New York Life offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Health, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Reimbursement for approved industry designations

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Melville, NY 11747 (Required)

Work Location: In person