JOB DETAILS

Life Insurance Sales Agent

CompanyMaverick Insured
LocationKnoxville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 1, 2026
About The Company

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About the Role

Entry Level Life Insurance Insurance Agent

Location: Knoxville, TN — In Office

Position Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

Compensation: Commission Only

Maverick Insured is looking for motivated individuals to join our Knoxville office as Insurance Sales Representatives. No previous insurance experience or active license is required.

What We Provide

- Company-paid pre-licensing education and initial licensing fees

- Prospective-client leads

- Structured training and onboarding

- Ongoing coaching and leadership support

- Access to multiple established insurance carriers

- Opportunities to sell life insurance and annuity products

Responsibilities

- Contact prospective clients

- Identify clients’ insurance needs

- Explain available coverage options

- Assist clients with insurance applications

- Maintain professional follow-up and client service

- Follow all licensing, carrier, and compliance requirements

Qualifications

- Strong communication skills

- Professional and dependable

- Motivated and coachable

- Comfortable working with clients by phone

- Able to work from our Knoxville office

- Able to complete licensing and background requirements

Important Position Details

This is a 1099 independent-contractor opportunity, not a salaried or hourly position. Compensation is earned through commissions on eligible policies that are issued and placed in force.

Pre-licensing education and initial training are unpaid. Maverick Insured covers approved initial training and licensing expenses for selected candidates.

Income is not guaranteed and varies based on individual performance, policy placement, cancellations, chargebacks, and other factors. Leads are provided but do not guarantee sales or earnings.

Typical Office Hours

Monday–Thursday: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Apply today to learn more about the licensing process, training program, compensation structure, and career opportunity.

  • High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong sales aptitude with a customer-focused approach.
  • Motivation to learn and develop within the life insurance industry.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Valid life insurance license or willingness to obtain licensure promptly.
  • Proficient with basic computer applications and CRM software.
Key Skills
SalesCommunicationCustomer serviceLead generationInsurance salesClient relationship managementCRM softwareTime managementProfessionalismCoachableProblem solvingInterpersonal skills
Categories
SalesFinance & AccountingCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Company-paid pre-licensing educationInitial licensing feesStructured trainingOnboardingOngoing coachingLeadership support
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The agent will contact prospective clients to identify their insurance needs and explain available coverage options. They are also responsible for assisting clients with applications and maintaining professional follow-up.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
Not specified
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
38 hours
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