Remote Life Insurance Agent | Client-Focused | Work from Home

Burk Agency • Houston, TX

5d • $4,000 - $18,000 • Remote

About The Position

Burk Agency is a family-operated independent insurance agency seeking a remote Life Insurance Agent to advise middle-income families, individuals, and business owners on life and retirement solutions. This commission-based role offers flexible scheduling, a portable business model, comprehensive training, and dedicated sales support. Role overview Fully remote sales position focused on delivering life insurance and retirement solutions via phone, video conferencing, or in-person meetings when appropriate. Flexible part-time or full-time scheduling to support varied availability and mobility. Structured onboarding, ongoing training, and mentorship to support new and experienced agents.

Requirements

• Current life and health insurance license issued by the applicant’s home state, or willingness and ability to obtain required licensing (guidance provided)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with empathy and professionalism in client interactions.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage a remote schedule and business activities independently.
• Comfort with technology, including CRM systems, video conferencing (Zoom), email, and standard office software; training provided.
• High school diploma or equivalent and a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Coachable, teachable, and committed to professional growth and client advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a client base by protecting families with life insurance.
• Conduct needs assessments and present tailored life insurance and retirement solutions clearly and professionally.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships through education, follow-up, and high-quality service.
• Schedule and conduct client meetings by phone or video, and meet in person when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions in the agency CRM and ensure compliance with regulatory and carrier requirements.
• Participate in required training, weekly live coaching sessions, and team meetings to maintain product knowledge and sales skills.
• Manage personal schedule, performance goals, and adherence to agency standards and ethical practices.

Benefits

• 100% commission-based compensation with uncapped earning potential.
• Typical earnings (examples): part-time new agents approximately $4,000–$6,000 per month; experienced full-time agents commonly $14,000–$18,000 per month.
• Raise eligibility beginning in the first month with incremental increases tied to performance benchmarks.
• Health and dental benefit options, agency and carrier bonuses, recognition programs, and all-expenses-paid incentive trips for top performers.
• Flexible scheduling options and a supportive, family-oriented agency culture with ongoing mentorship.
• Business model supports portability for relocations and remote work; representatives must comply with state regulatory and carrier contracting requirements.
• No cold calling—leads are generated through agency marketing and outreach.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED