Ask A Recruiter - Insurance

I’m in the final stages of accepting a new role. The position is fully remote across most of the U.S., but in a few specific cities the company requires a hybrid schedule — and I happen to live in one of those ci… more

Looking for some insight please! I applied for a role and received a recruiter follow up the next day to answer some prescreening questions regarding my background and direct experience I have that al… more

Is it a bad sign if an interview is 90% about call volume? It was my first interview, and I barely got a chance to talk about my experience because they were so focused on the metrics. Is this just st… more

Has anyone noticed that certain jobs have been removed from the company due to AI or other automated platforms?

I’ve been seeing a lot of job posts that promise high compensation with no experience needed, and it just feels sketchy. I don't want to get my hopes up for something that isn't real. Are ther… more

I was let go from a job six years ago after working there for a year. It was a personality conflict with a difficult boss, but I’m still worried about the background check. Should I still list the HR … more

I’m a licensed 2-20 in Florida looking to transition into claims. What’s the best way to get into that sector of insurance? I know I can pay the bump fee to get the adjuster license, but how do I go a… more

Seeking some advice from insurance recruiters. I am currently job hunting and keep seeing multiple listings that I actually have the skills for at the same companies. I want to be aggressive in my sea… more

If you're in an interview and they ask about something really specific that you just don't know, what do you actually say? This happened to me, and I had no idea what to say that sounded profe… more

Let go for performance from a job that did not provide formal training a week before one year anniversary. They were aware that I did not have any experience in the role. They have done this to many o… more

How do you manage a stealth search in a semi-open office? My boss is very observant, and our desks are close. I think that an increase in midday phone calls or dressing up for interviews will tip him … more

I failed my insurance exam on the first try and I'm feeling pretty stressed about it. I'm rescheduled for a retake, but I'm wondering if recruiters actually care about a past failure. Does… more

I had a very strange interview with a recruiter today. She told me the client is very particular and already has two frontrunners for the role. Why even do the interview then? It feels like I'm ju… more

I was recently informed my department was closing and I was let go with a severance package. The pay covers about 2 1/2 months and the medical covers 3.

I am also going to have surgery within the next 60-ish days … more

Is it still common for companies to do the initial interview round by making us record ourselves answering questions?

A recruiter is pushing for a reference check with my current manager before we’ve even discussed salary or a formal offer. I’m worried about my standing at my current firm if they find out I’m looking… more

I’m currently interviewing for a few different jobs for the first time in a few years and wondering about the typical turnaround. How long does it usually take to hear back with an offer after the fir… more

Good morning peeps! I'm a Regulatory Compliance Analyst with 30 years experience and I'm seeking recommendations for good remote positions and any thoughts would be greatly appreciated!

How much weight do you give to customer reviews when evaluating a company? I'm scheduled to interview with a firm where the staff seems happy, but the clients definitely are not, at least based on… more

I've been working in the insurance industry for 11 years, including a 6-year run at one company. The last year has been rough, though. I left my long-term job for a remote job that didn't work… more

I’m not actively seeking a new job but I’ve been keeping my eye on the market and the jobs out there. I keep noticing at one company, every few months there’s a job opening for the same UW position. I… more

Has anyone had experience going from underwriting in CL and moving to E&S? I’m trying to understand how different it is and what I need to know if I want to make a shift.

A hiring manager and I just finished an interview that only lasted 15 minutes. The manager mostly talked about the team and only asked if I’m okay with sitting for long periods of time and multitaskin… more

How do I figure out if my resume is too long? I have almost ten years of experience and am applying to management jobs, so my resume has stretched to 3 pages. Do I need to trim this thing down, or is … more

I switched careers out of insurance for a couple of years, but I want back in. Even though I didn't write any business, I maintained my P&C license the whole time. Will recruiters care more ab… more

Will a 10-month gap on my resume be a dealbreaker? I had to resign from my last job for family stuff, and I’m worried it makes me look like a risky hire. I’ve got the licenses and the experience, but … more

I'm trying to break into insurance sales, but I'm not sure about the timing on licensing. Should I get my license first or wait until after I land a job? I'd rather not drop cash on it if … more

I'm getting offers in both P&C and life insurance, and recruiters on both sides act like their sector is obviously superior. I probably need to pick a direction before I waste more time. What … more

I have been at my current company for almost 12 years. and I'm getting very burnt out. My brain doesn't function as well as it did a year ago. I've always loved and appreciated the company's culture, and I… more

Does anyone have any insight on Ryan Specialty’s hiring process? I applied for a role that had been posted for more than 30 days and got a request to schedule an interview for next week.

Is it typical for a role t… more

I've applied to so many jobs, and the rejections are all the same generic "we're moving forward with other candidates' message." Even though it's probably a bot or someone co… more

How important is CRM experience when applying to insurance companies? I've worked with a homegrown system before, but nothing like Salesforce. Just wondering if hiring managers typically look for … more

As someone that doesn’t have too much experience in insurance, and am trying to break into insurance today, which entry-level roles would you guys suggest actually build long-term career leverage vers… more

I need some interview help. I’m great until the very end, but then they ask for my questions, and I have nothing. I know it looks bad to say "no," but I'm stuck. Aside from salary stuff,… more

I applied for a job 2 weeks ago and sent a polite follow-up email last week. No word yet. Is sending a second email pushing it? I don’t want to be that candidate who annoys the recruiter, but I’m real… more

My interview last Thursday went so well, and I left feeling super confident. The recruiter let me know they had a couple more interviews, but that the hiring manager would make their decision last Fri… more

My recruiter let me know that I’m in the final running for a role I really want. If I don’t get the offer next week, I’m tempted to send a follow-up to the hiring manager to ask them to reconsider. My… more

Hi all,

I have a interview with AIG this week. Its for a position in New York!

If you work at AIG, are there any tips or advice you would give to someone interviewing at AIG?

Three interviews in a row, and they all said, "We're like a family." Is this the new red flag for "we expect you to work 24/7"? It feels like such a canned response. Would love… more