The Wood Agency Life
Sales Representative
Part-Time Remote Sales Agent — Keep Your Day Job
Hiring across 7 markets in 7 states
Adrian, MI · Brighton, CO · Columbia, MO · Jamestown, KY · Milford, NH · Presque Isle, ME · Westerville, OH
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 7 markets across 7 states
- Applying takes
- About two minutes — name, email, phone, whether you hold a license, optional résumé
- Who reads it
- A person at The Wood Agency Life, not an automated screen
Remote life insurance sales work at The Wood Agency is built to fit around a day job — part-time hours, no office, no set shifts. You'd reach out to families who've already asked about coverage, walk them through their options, and help them apply. The role is 100% remote and open across the country.
What you'll do
- Reach out to families who've requested information and schedule remote appointments by phone or video
- Learn about each family's situation before discussing any coverage options
- Present suitable policy options from across The Wood Agency's 43 carrier relationships and help clients complete an application
- Log activity and update each case in the CRM as things move forward
- Follow pending applications through to policy issue and keep clients informed while the case is pending
- Keep up with product and compliance training through available team resources
Qualifications
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- A state life insurance license, or on track to earn one before your first sales call
- A computer, phone, and reliable internet connection for remote client work
- Comfortable holding coverage conversations by phone or video — clearly and without pressure
- Able to manage your own calendar and follow through on appointments without daily oversight
- Clear-eyed about a part-time start — this is commission-based work, and consistent effort is what moves it forward
What we provide
- The Wood Agency is contracted with 43 carriers across all 50 states — an independent agency, not a captive setup
- Access to an exclusive lead system — leads are available; costs and terms are discussed during onboarding
- Weekly team calls, scripts, call reviews, and ride-alongs available to help you build your process
- One-on-one mentorship available from the start
Compensation
This is a 1099 independent contractor position. Compensation is commission-based. No salary or hourly pay is provided. Earnings depend on individual production. If a flexible, part-time remote sales role fits where you are right now, The Wood Agency welcomes your application.
Questions people ask about this role
Is this a salaried job?
No. The Wood Agency Life 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 Wood Agency Life walks new agents through getting one during onboarding.
Is the role really remote?
Yes. Sales Representative at The Wood Agency Life is 100% remote within the United States. The agency is actively recruiting in 7 markets across 7 states, but you can work from anywhere in the US.
What does The Wood Agency Life provide?
Weekly team call; Scripts + call reviews; Ride-alongs; 1:1 mentor.
What happens after I apply?
You get an automatic confirmation right away. A person at The Wood Agency Life 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 Wood Agency Life
Interested in this role?
Send your information to the hiring team. This opening is accepting applications through October 19, 2026.