Michael Hutton discussing a policy with a colleague
Insurance representatives sell insurance policies to companies and individuals to protect them financially from risks such as death, fire and theft. They may also deal with superannuation, income protection and other savings products.
He whakamārama
Mahi ai ki te hoko inihua ki nga kamupene me nga tangata takitahi hei tiaki i a ratau moni mai i nga morearea pera i te hemo o te tangata, te ahi, te whanako ranei. I tua atu ka titiro ia ki nga rauemi whakataa me etahi atu kaupapa mahi hei tohu moni.
Entry Requirements
To become an insurance representative you must not have any criminal convictions.
Pay
Most insurance representatives employed by companies are paid a salary plus commission, but some insurance representatives work on a commission-only basis and many are self-employed.
Job Outlook
Opportunities for insurance representatives are increasing as people see a growing need for insurance because of various pieces of legislation.
