Life Insurance Sales Representative
James Clarkson Insurance Agency
9 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
$45,000 - $55,000 CAD yearly
Insurance Sales & Brokerage
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
Life Insurance Sales Representative
Base + Commission | $60,000–$100,000+ | Hybrid | Hamilton, ON
Build a Career in Life Insurance (Not Just a Job)
Base + Commission | $60,000–$100,000+ | Hybrid | Hamilton, ON
Build a Career in Life Insurance (Not Just a Job)
Looking for a high-income career where your work genuinely impacts people’s lives?
We are a well-established, high-performing Desjardins agency in Hamilton seeking a Life Insurance-focused Sales Representative to join our growing team.
This role is ideal for someone who wants to earn above-average income, build expertise in financial protection, and grow into a long-term advisory career.
We are a well-established, high-performing Desjardins agency in Hamilton seeking a Life Insurance-focused Sales Representative to join our growing team.
This role is ideal for someone who wants to earn above-average income, build expertise in financial protection, and grow into a long-term advisory career.
What You’ll Earn
- Base salary starting at $45,000–$55,000
- Uncapped commission on life insurance sales
- Realistic Year 1 earnings: $60,000–$100,000+
- Bonuses for performance and growth
Top performers quickly exceed six figures
Why This Role Stands Out
- Strong focus on life insurance (higher commissions)
- Warm leads + existing client base opportunities
- Ability to also obtain OTL license and cross-sell home & auto
- Full training + licensing support (LLQP + OTL if needed)
- Hybrid flexibility (in-office + remote options)
- Clear path to advanced advisory / financial services roles
What You'll Do
- Meet with clients to assess life insurance and financial protection needs
- Present and recommend customized life insurance solutions
- Work with existing clients and inbound leads (no cold calling grind)
- Educate clients on long-term financial protection strategies
- Follow up consistently to close business and build relationships
- Cross-sell home and auto policies where appropriate
Who You Are
You’ll succeed if you:
- Are motivated by income and personal growth
- Enjoy helping people make important financial decisions
- Are comfortable in a sales-driven environment
- Build trust easily and communicate clearly
- Are proactive, disciplined, and follow through
Requirements
- Sales or customer-facing experience preferred
- LLQP licensed (or willing to obtain – we support training)
- Willingness to obtain OTL license (asset for cross-selling)
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage follow-ups and client details effectively
- Reliable transportation and availability for occasional evenings
Benefits & Perks
- 3 weeks paid vacation (increasing with tenure)
- 5 paid personal/sick days
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible schedule + hybrid work options
- Supportive team environment with proven systems
About Our Agency
- 18+ years in business
- Award-winning performance within the Desjardins network
- Full-service insurance and financial solutions
- Strong team culture focused on growth, accountability, and success
Why Life Insurance?
Life insurance is one of the highest-impact, highest-income opportunities in financial services.
In this role, you’ll help families protect what matters most—while building a career with uncapped earning potential.
In this role, you’ll help families protect what matters most—while building a career with uncapped earning potential.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re looking for a career with real income potential, meaningful work, and long-term growth, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and start building a career with no ceiling.
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
We're Hiring!
If you believe in having fun in a stable working environment and have a willingness to learn, we should meet to discuss our career opportunity.
These positions are with an independent contractor agent that is part of the Desjardins exclusive agent network, not with Desjardins Group or its subsidiaries. This agents’ employees are not employees of Desjardins. Independent contractor agents are responsible for and make all employment decisions regarding their employees.