Remote Benefits Consultant

AIL • Bakersfield, CA

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Remote Benefits Consultant helps individuals, families, and organizational members evaluate life, supplemental health, and accident insurance options. The role involves building customer relationships, understanding client needs, scheduling appointments, and explaining appropriate insurance products. It is a 100% remote, independent contractor opportunity with commission-based, performance-driven compensation; it is not hourly or salaried. Warm leads are provided, and the company offers training, mentorship, licensing guidance, ongoing professional development, and virtual meetings. Candidates must obtain the appropriate state Life & Health Insurance License before conducting licensed insurance activities and pay applicable pre-licensing and licensing costs. The role is intended for self-motivated, coachable people interested in a performance-based career and professional growth.

Requirements

• Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills.
• People-oriented and detail-oriented.
• Proactive problem-solving ability.
• Able to learn computer functions.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• At least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Provide a computer or laptop, webcam, reliable high-speed internet, and a professional remote workspace.
• Obtain the appropriate state Life & Health Insurance License before conducting licensed insurance activities.
• Complete applicable pre-licensing coursework, examinations, and state licensing requirements at the candidate’s expense.
• No prior insurance experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Self-motivated and coachable.
• Comfortable working independently.
• Interested in a performance-based career with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Establish customer relationships and follow up with customers as needed.
• Use a customer-focused, needs-based review process to educate customers about insurance options.
• Schedule appointments, identify customer needs, and market appropriate products and services.
• Assist members and their families in achieving financial security.
• Complete required training and participate in virtual meetings.

Benefits

• Extensive training, daily coaching and mentorship, and ongoing support.
• Competitive commission-based pay structure with unlimited earning potential and weekly paychecks.
• Reimbursement for medical insurance premiums.
• Warm leads provided.
• No overhead costs to manage.
• Performance incentive programs.
• Union representation and a contract through OPEIU Local 277.
• Licensing guidance and ongoing professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed