Receptionist - State Farm Agent Team Member
Full Time • New Hyde Park - NY
Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Receptionist – Future Insurance Sales Opportunity
Start Your Insurance Career. Build Skills. Grow into Sales.
Do you enjoy engaging with people and see yourself in a sales-driven, client-facing role—but want to learn the fundamentals first?
We’re looking for a Receptionist who’s ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career in the insurance industry. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a professional office environment, enjoys helping others, and is motivated to grow into a licensed insurance sales position.
Role Overview
As our front desk Receptionist, you’ll be the first point of contact for clients—creating a welcoming, professional experience while supporting daily agency operations. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to the insurance business, learn the client lifecycle, and receive mentorship from experienced team members—all while preparing to pursue licensing and transition into a sales role if it’s the right fit.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet clients and visitors professionally—in person, over the phone, and via email
- Manage scheduling, appointments, and day-to-day office communications
- Support administrative tasks including maintaining records and organizing documentation
- Handle basic customer inquiries and route clients to licensed team members as needed
- Participate in client interactions to identify needs and uncover potential coverage gaps
- Assist with quoting support, follow-ups, and outreach efforts
- Collaborate with the team on office operations and special projects
What We’re Looking For
- Recent college graduate or early-career professional preferred
- Customer service, administrative, or retail/sales experience is a plus
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
- Comfortable engaging with customers and exploring sales opportunities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and adaptable to new systems
- Interest in obtaining a Property & Casualty and/or Life & Health license (guidance provided)
What We Offer
- Hands-on exposure to the insurance industry and client experience lifecycle
- Paid opportunity to learn, grow, and evaluate a future in sales
- Clear path to promotion into a licensed sales role
- Supportive, team-oriented environment invested in your development
- Structured guidance toward licensing and long-term career advancement
Ready to start your career and grow into a sales role? Apply today and take the first step toward a meaningful future in insurance.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pete Mathison State Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and employees and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
This position is with a State Farm independent contractor agent, not with State Farm Insurance Companies.
Compensation: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Do you want a career and not just a job?
This busy insurance and financial services office has a passion to make a difference in the lives of others and better the community. We attribute our success to having a fun, energetic environment that is an enjoyable place to work. We want to work alongside those who are equally committed to excellence and personal achievement. We take pride in using our years of valuable experience to mentor individual team members and prepare them for successful careers. If you're willing to work hard and you expect to get results from yourself and those around you, we want to meet you and talk about the opportunity we have for you.
About Our Agency
- Our office is located in New Hyde Park, NY.
- I am a second generation State Farm agent.
- We currently have 8 team members at our agency.
- We have 140 years of combined insurance experience in our office.
- Our agency has received awards including: Chairman's Circle, Ambassador Travel, Legion of Honor, Senior Vice President's Club, and Golden Triangle
Apply now and let us put you on the path to success.
State Farm agents are independent contractors who hire their own employees. State Farm agents’ employees are not employees of State Farm. Agents are responsible for and make all employment decisions regarding their employees.
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