Insurance is one of the few industries where many roles can be done from home. If you want stable, flexible work that helps people, it's worth a look.
What remote insurance work looks like
Many agents meet clients by phone and video, prepare quotes online and manage policies from a laptop. Other roles — like customer service, claims and underwriting — are also often done remotely or in a hybrid setup, depending on the company.
Skills that transfer
- Customer service or retail: listening, explaining options and following up
- Sales: building relationships and closing
- Office or admin work: organization and attention to detail
- Finance or accounting: comfort with numbers and paperwork
Ready to start? Ohio pre-licensing classes are live streamed — no commute required.
See classes & scheduleIs it a good fit?
A remote insurance career may suit you if you're self-motivated, comfortable on the phone and willing to keep learning. Licensed agents complete continuing education to stay current.
How to get started
Your first step is a license. In Ohio, that starts with an approved pre-licensing course. Here's the full path to an Ohio license.