The Butler Agency
Whole Life Insurance Sales Agent
Whole Life Insurance Sales Agent — Veterans and Sales Leaders Welcome | Remote / 1099
Hiring across 9 markets in 8 states
Chambersburg, PA · Dover, DE · Erie, CO · Farmington, UT · Hopkinton, RI · Jasper, IN · Killdeer, ND · Muncie, IN · Rahway, NJ
This role is remote — the markets are where we are actively recruiting.
- Pay
- Commission-only, 1099 independent contractor — no base salary, no hourly wage
- License
- Not required to apply — you will need a state license before your first sale
- Where
- Remote anywhere in the US · actively recruiting in 9 markets across 8 states
- Applying takes
- About two minutes — name, email, phone, whether you hold a license, optional résumé
- Who reads it
- A person at The Butler Agency, not an automated screen
Veterans and experienced sales leaders know how to show up, follow a system, and earn trust in high-stakes conversations. The Butler Agency is hiring 100% remote, commission-based 1099 whole life insurance agents who bring that same standard to protecting families.
What you'll actually do
- Reach out to prospective clients who are exploring permanent life insurance options
- Schedule and hold focused coverage conversations by phone or video — no office, no commute
- Listen carefully, explain whole life policy options clearly, and help each client find the right fit
- Guide clients through the application and follow each case through underwriting
- Use the provided CRM to manage follow-up and keep your pipeline organized
- Join weekly team calls and participate in script and call reviews to stay sharp
Who this is a fit for
- Veterans transitioning out of service who are ready to apply leadership and discipline in a new field
- Sales professionals who want to operate as true independent contractors on their own schedule
- Current license holders or candidates willing to obtain a state life insurance license before selling
- People who take accountability seriously and want a team that does the same
- Those who want the work they do to genuinely matter to the families they serve
What we provide
- 1:1 mentor and ride-alongs from the start at The Butler Agency
- Provided CRM, scripts, and structured call reviews
- Warm leads alongside support for building your own pipeline
- Weekly team call with people who lead straight and talk plain
The honest part
This is commission-only 1099 work — no base pay, no guarantees. It rewards agents who show up with discipline and build consistently over time. If you're a veteran or an experienced sales professional ready to work for yourself with real support behind you, apply with The Butler Agency today.
Questions people ask about this role
Is this a salaried job?
No. The Butler Agency contracts independent agents (1099). Pay is commission-only: no base salary, no hourly wage, and no guaranteed income. Individual results depend on individual effort and are not guaranteed.
Do I need a life insurance license to apply?
No. You can apply before you are licensed. You will need a state life insurance license before your first sale, and The Butler Agency walks new agents through getting one during onboarding.
Is the role really remote?
Yes. Whole Life Insurance Sales Agent at The Butler Agency is 100% remote within the United States. The agency is actively recruiting in 9 markets across 8 states, but you can work from anywhere in the US.
What does The Butler Agency provide?
1:1 mentor; Ride-alongs; CRM provided; Scripts + call reviews; Weekly team call.
What happens after I apply?
You get an automatic confirmation right away. A person at The Butler Agency reads every application and reaches out directly to set up a first conversation — there is no automated screening.
How long does the application take?
About two minutes: your name, email, phone, whether you currently hold a life insurance license, and an optional résumé.
Apply directly to The Butler Agency
Interested in this role?
Send your information to the hiring team. This opening is accepting applications through October 22, 2026.