Financial Services Professional

New York Life Insurance Company is the largest mutual life insurance company in the United States. Founded in 1845 and headquartered in New York City, New York Life reported 2017 operating earnings of $2.06 billion. Total assets under management at year end 2017, with affiliates, totaled $586 billion.

New York Life holds the highest possible financial strength ratings currently awarded to any life insurer from all four of the major ratings agencies: A.M. Best, A++; Fitch AAA; Moody’s Aaa; Standard & Poor’s AA+ (Source: Individual independent rating agency commentary as of 8/1/17).

Financial strength, integrity and humanity—the values upon which New York Life was founded—have guided the company’s decisions and actions for over 170 years.

We are currently recruiting to grow our team of Financial Advisors / Financial Services Professionals in Spokane: 

We are looking for motivated self – starters who would like to: Manage their own work schedule and establish an attractive work/life balance. Build their career with significant income potential. Grow their business supported by the financial strength and integrity of New York Life. Make a difference in their community by helping others achieve peace of mind. Customize their career path to match their personal goals. Experience a lifetime of learning and professional development. Enjoy recognition and rewards for their achievements. Define their career path as an agent and have the opportunity for management. 

Qualifications: Organized, detail-oriented and excellent time management skills. Strong sales, leadership and communication skills. Ability to work in a team based environment. Previous sales experience preferred. Previous Insurance industry experience not required. Highly self-motivated and self-disciplined. Relationship building and networking abilities. Life & Health Insurance Licensed not required (company will pay for sponsorship) FINRA Series 6, Series 7, Series 63 a plus (paid sponsorship available after employment). 

Here’s what you’ll do as a Financial Advisor: Build relationships with clients beyond a transactional basis. Develop your professional skills and knowledge. Develop and implement business and marketing plans. Prospect for potential clients. Schedule appointments and meet with clients. Discuss financial concerns and needs of individuals. Present potential solutions using our wide array of products. Provide ongoing client engagement and support to existing clients.

Training: NYLIC University: One of the most comprehensive and well-respected training programs in the financial services industry

Benefits: Health/Dental/Life/Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan and Pension Plan, Reimbursement for courses taken on industry designations. After two years as a successful agent, additional opportunities that may be available include: sales development manager, product consultant, and Home Office opportunities in recruiting, marketing or training

Constant Support - During and after the initial formal training, you will receive continuous assistance from your managers and peers in your office and personnel from the company to help you succeed. On-site trainers and product consultants are available to you and this is coupled with an entire division within the company located in the Home Office dedicated to providing agents with prospecting and sales ideas, product knowledge and application.