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Iowa Dental Associates

Associate Dentist

Grimes, IA

Associate Dentist Iowa Dental Associates Grimes, IA Full-Time Iowa Dental Associates is looking for ... Benefits package including health insurance, PTO, and retirement options (for full-time roles)

Iowa Dental Associates

Associate Dentist

Grimes, IA

Benefits package including health insurance, PTO, and retirement options (for full-time roles) At Iowa Dental Associates, we believe great dentistry starts with a great team. If you're looking for a ...

Iowa Dental Associates

Associate Dentist

Grimes, IA

Benefits package including health insurance, PTO, and retirement options (for full-time roles) At Iowa Dental Associates, we believe great dentistry starts with a great team. If you're looking for a ...

Iowa Dental Associates

Associate Dentist

Grimes, IA · On-site

Benefits package including health insurance, PTO, and retirement options (for full-time roles) At Iowa Dental Associates, we believe great dentistry starts with a great team. If you're looking for a ...

CVS Health

Health Insurance Specialist

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$21.10 - $40.90/hr

The Patient Relations Analysts will report to the Associate Patient Relations Manager or Practice Manager. Responsibilities: * Assist patients with navigating medicare and insurance issues which ...

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How much do insurance associate jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for insurance associate in Iowa is $63,037.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,800.00 and $73,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Insurance Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Insurance Associate, you need a solid understanding of insurance products, policy administration, and basic financial principles, typically backed by a relevant degree or prior experience in insurance or customer service. Familiarity with insurance management software, CRM systems, and sometimes state insurance licensing is often required. Strong interpersonal communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills help you excel in client interactions and policy management. These skills ensure accurate policy processing, regulatory compliance, and high-quality customer service in a competitive industry.

What are some common challenges Insurance Associates face when assisting clients, and how can these be managed effectively?

Insurance Associates often encounter challenges such as explaining complex policy details to clients, managing a high volume of inquiries, and keeping up with frequent regulatory changes. To manage these, it's helpful to develop strong communication and organizational skills, stay updated through ongoing training, and use digital tools provided by the agency. Collaborating closely with underwriters, claims adjusters, and senior agents can also provide valuable support and insights for handling client needs efficiently.

What does an Insurance Associate do?

An Insurance Associate is a professional who assists clients with their insurance needs, whether it's helping them understand different policies, processing applications, or handling claims. They often work for insurance companies, agencies, or brokerages, and serve as a point of contact between the company and clients. Their responsibilities can include explaining coverage options, gathering client information, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Insurance Associates play a crucial role in providing customer service and supporting the sales and administrative functions of an insurance office.

What is the difference between Insurance Associate vs Insurance Agent?

AspectInsurance AssociateInsurance Agent
CertificationsTypically requires licensing and insurance-related certificationsRequires licensing; may need additional state-specific licenses
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, supporting insurance sales and customer serviceField-based, meeting clients and selling policies
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in insurance companies and agencies for support rolesIndependent or agency-based sales roles in insurance industry
Primary FocusSupporting insurance operations, customer service, and policy processingSelling insurance policies and acquiring new clients

Insurance Associates typically support insurance operations and customer service within companies, requiring relevant licenses. Insurance Agents focus on selling policies directly to clients and often work in the field. Both roles require licensing, but their primary functions and work environments differ.

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Infographic showing various Insurance Associate job openings in Iowa as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 54% Full Time, 44% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,037 per year, or $30.3 per hour.
Sales Executive - Employee Benefits

Sales Executive - Employee Benefits

World Insurance Associates, LLC.

West Des Moines, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago

World Insurance Associates rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

73rd of 259 rated insurance

Job description

World Insurance Associates (“World”) is a unique financial services organization with a global network of brokers and specialists who empower people to make informed decisions to improve their risk management outcomes, modernize their benefits programs, and help them achieve their long-term financial goals. Founded in 2011, World is one of the fastest-growing, Top 25 insurance brokers in the U.S. with nearly 3,000 employees in more than 300 offices across North America and the U.K. World specializes in personal and commercial insurance, surety and fidelity bonding, employee and executive benefits, investment advisory and retirement plan services, and payroll & HR solutions.
Employee Benefits Sales Executive (Client Advisor)
Position Overview
World’s Client Advisors bring comprehensive risk management and employee benefit solutions to businesses and individuals. Your primary focus is identifying, prospecting, cultivating, and closing new employee benefits clients (small, medium, and large businesses) by leveraging World’s unique capabilities and broad market access.

While your main focus is on designing and delivering employee benefits programs—including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits—you are also empowered to help clients with complementary solutions such as commercial and personal lines insurance, 401(k) and retirement plans, and payroll and human resources outsourcing services.

World’s investment in a full suite of insurance and business solutions means you can engage with organizations of any size and industry to deliver meaningful value to your clients.


Help clients experience a modern alternative to employee benefits
Together, our Employee Benefits team helps clients build a capital-efficient and employee-centric program designed to mitigate their unique exposures. Using modern approaches, our highly technical team utilizes data and forensic underwriting to drive superior financial outcomes while helping clients attract, retain, and motivate talent. We are growing rapidly, and we are looking for future leaders.
To learn more about us, please visit https://eb.worldinsurance.com/
Our Client Advisors ...
  • Are responsible for identifying, soliciting, and closing new Employee Benefits business
  • Utilize cold calls, prospecting emails, mail, professional associations, and networking to identify, contact, cultivate and close new business opportunities
  • Identify opportunities to bring all of World's solutions to our clients - beyond employee benefits (and enjoy the financial rewards of doing so)
  • Identify exposures, make recommendations, and create custom programs to eliminate gaps in coverage
  • Identify opportunities to round out accounts for existing clients
  • Drive account retention and maintain client relationships through renewal workflows.

Our Employee Benefits Client Advisors . . . 
  • . . .Bring 3-5 years+ of experience working in an insurance brokerage or carrier
  • . . .Are personable and highly motivated to grow personal success
  • . . . Leverage excellent listening skills and consistently demonstrate a strong customer focus as well as a sustained sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines
  • . . . Are consultative and bring a positive and resourceful approach to dealing with prospective clients and associates
  • . . . Have experience with Employee Benefits and Sales software platforms such as BenefitPoint and sales CRM’s like HubSpot
  • . . . Work independently and enjoy a high degree of interaction with team members
  • . . . Contribute to a collaborative environment by consistently demonstrating teamwork, high motivation, positive behavior, and effort to achieve goals and objectives
  • . . . Consistently demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
  • . . . Possess a strong attention to detail and the ability to solve problems with minimal assistance
  • . . . Demonstrate the highest levels of discretion surrounding sensitive information

Compensation
As a World Insurance Client Advisor, your compensation is tied to your effort and your performance.  We offer a base salary plus commissions as well as a full suite of employee benefits, including a 401(k) match that is immediately fully vested.  The base salary range for this role is $60,000 to $200,000+, depending upon your level of experience. The base salary depends on your experience and your ability to drive revenue.  Your base salary grows as your book of business grows, with tremendous potential to significantly exceed the top of this range.
Equal Employment Workforce and Workplace
World celebrates and supports differences amongst its employees. World knows employing a team rich in diverse thoughts, experiences, and opinions allows World’s employees and World’s work environments to flourish. World is honored to be an equal opportunity workplace, dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or Veteran status. In addition, World makes reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of World’s business.
TO EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRMS AND STAFFING AGENCIES: 
World does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a mutual service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered World’s property, and World will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to Hiring Managers without contacting World’s Human Resources Talent Department. 
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