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How much do american life insurance jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for american life insurance in Michigan is $76,800.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,200.00 and $87,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an American Life Insurance?

An American Life Insurance job typically involves selling life insurance policies, assisting clients in selecting the right coverage, and providing financial protection advice. Agents educate customers on policy options, process applications, and maintain relationships to ensure ongoing support. This role often requires strong communication skills, a sales-oriented mindset, and state licensing. Many positions offer commission-based earnings with opportunities for growth.

What does an American Life Insurance agent do?

A typical day for an American Life Insurance agent involves meeting with prospective and existing clients to assess their financial needs, explaining various policy options, and helping them choose coverage that fits their goals. Agents spend time reaching out to leads, preparing quotes, processing applications, and following up on outstanding documentation. Collaboration with underwriters, customer service teams, and sometimes financial advisors is common to ensure clients receive comprehensive support. The role also includes regular training to stay updated on industry regulations and new products, making it both dynamic and rewarding for those who enjoy helping others achieve financial security.

What skills and qualifications are needed for an American Life Insurance agent?

To thrive in an American Life Insurance sales role, you need a solid understanding of insurance products, sales techniques, and relevant state licensing such as life insurance agent certification. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) software and quoting tools is also important for tracking leads and policy applications. Exceptional interpersonal skills, active listening, and the ability to build trust help agents stand out in this position. These skills ensure you can effectively match clients with suitable policies, maintain compliance, and foster long-term customer relationships.

Infographic showing various American Life Insurance job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,800 per year, or $36.9 per hour.

Insurance Agent - Full Training Provided!

Aflac

Traverse City, MI

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Life

Re-posted 7 days ago


Aflac rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

259th of 303 rated insurance


Job description

Your ideal sales career is waiting. If you are outgoing, entrepreneurial and motivated, it’s time to find your calling with Aflac. Enjoy unlimited control, flexibility and earning potential while representing one of the world’s most ethical companies and a leader in helping people with expenses health insurance doesn’t cover. We’re an unconventional company looking for unconventional people. Are you one of them?

Be an advisor to business owners. Aflac benefits advisors work directly with business owners and HR representatives to plan supplemental insurance coverage and other value-added services for employees. It’s a key role with growth potential for you, backed by the power, resources and trust of a well-known and reputable brand. And you’ll have the personal reward of helping to provide financial security and added peace of mind to clients when they experience a covered health event. Prior Sales experience is welcome, but not necessary.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

  • Sales - including presentations, B2B management, enrollment, guidance and education on insurance products
  • Entrepreneurial ambitions – including providing strategic and executable solutions to clients
  • Marketing strategy and lead generation
  • Customer/client/business owner (relationship, service, management)
  • Leadership and management of customer relationships
  • Benefits expertise (as an enroller, counselor, worksite liaison, communication preferences)
  • Maintaining state licensing (may include Life and/or Health, other)
Preferred Skills
  • Entrepreneurial ambitions
  • Ability to work well on teams
  • Skilled at time management
  • Interest in helping others
  • Positive attitude
  • Great work ethic
  • High level of integrity

Be your own boss and reap the benefits of your hard work. As a benefits advisor, you determine how much you want to make and go for it: With Aflac, you’re in charge. There are no ceilings to break through and no set hours. You decide how, when and where you work – whether from the local coffee shop, an outdoor café or the comfort of your home. It’s your trajectory on your terms.

Top-Notch Benefits

Benefits include stock bonus program, bonus rewards and exotic trips. Compensation is discussed in detail with the hiring manager during the interview process. However, it is a combination structure that includes Commission, Residuals, Bonuses, and Stocks.

We will provide you with the resources to become a licensed agent. On-the-job training is built into our onboarding process.

Give us a look – or a second one – to create your future, your way. Please dress professionally, as we would like to briefly meet you via video conference. Plan to arrive 5 minutes prior to your meeting.

Ratings refer only to the overall financial status of Aflac and are not recommendations of specific policy provisions, rates, or practices. Benefits advisors are independent agents and are not Aflac employees. Aflac's family of insurers includes Aflac and/or Aflac New York, and/or Continental American Insurance Company and/or Continental American Life Insurance Company.

Job Types
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Internship
Schedule
  • Monday to Friday
Work Location
  • Multiple Locations

*This is not a salaried position. Aflac sales agents earn commissions, bonuses, residual income, and stock. Aflac sales agents are independent agents and are not Aflac employees. Aflac’s family of insurers includes Aflac and/or Aflac New York, and/or Continental American Insurance Company and/or Continental American Life Insurance Company. Aflac WWHQ | 1932 Wynnton Road | Columbus, GA 31999. Continental American Insurance Company | Columbia, SC.


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