After 10 years in finance, I want to pivot into insurance, but every recruiter tells me I'm too experienced for the entry-level roles I'm targeting. They're not understanding that I have zero insurance background, so I really do need to start at the bottom. I'm even willing to take a pay cut and start over, but nobody believes me. How do I get past this catch-22?

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Stop talking to recruiters and begin talking to the actual people who are hiring. Find them on LinkedIn etc.

What type of insurance job are you looking for?

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You should work with a BGA directly and start incorporating insurance into your business practice. My firm will gladly partner with you

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What is it about insurance that draws you to the industry? Plenty of finance roles in insurance, if you are looking to pivot look at these jobs. Having worked in insurance for 30 years, I can’t imagine anyone wanted to pivot to this industry. Everyone I have ever worked with fell into it. Gone are the days of guaranteed stability, pensions and high pay. The industry has changed a lot over the years. It’s not “government light” anymore. Just know what you are getting into if you make the move.

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I agree with the comment above. I would definitely look into life insurance. There is also alot of money to be made in the industry.

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If you are set on starting at the bottom, start applying for those jobs on your own. You do not need a recruiter for entry-level roles. Just make sure your resume is aligned with the job and not a finance-exclusive resume.

Ever looking into life insurance?

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