Remote Life
Remote · Chicago, Illinois · Hiring Now
Remote Life Insurance Sales Jobs in Chicago, Illinois
Remote life insurance sales is one of the most accessible work-from-home careers available to Chicago residents today. No prior experience needed — we walk you through Illinois licensing, then provide leads, training, and a proven sales process. Chicago is the largest city in the Midwest.
What the role looks like
- Sell life insurance policies remotely — fully from home, anywhere in Illinois
- Commission-based pay — your income reflects your effort and consistency
- A state life insurance license is required — we show you the path to get licensed
- Leads are provided so you spend time selling, not just prospecting
- Training, mentorship, and a proven process are included at no cost
- Reliable internet access and a coachable mindset are all you need to start
Getting licensed in Illinois
Selling requires a Illinois life insurance license, issued after a course and exam administered by Illinois Department of Insurance. Illinois requires 20 hours of pre-licensing coursework before the state exam.
You don't have to figure it out alone — we walk every applicant through the Illinois licensing path, then provide the training, mentorship, and lead access you need to start working with clients remotely.
What happens after you apply
- Fill out the short application
- We reach out by phone within 24 hours
- Handle Illinois licensing with our guidance
- Get onboarded and start working leads
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience to sell life insurance remotely in Chicago, Illinois?
No. Most of our agents come from completely different careers. We provide structured training and mentorship to help you ramp up, whether or not you've sold anything before.
Is Remote Life a legitimate company?
Yes. We're transparent about how this works: compensation is commission-based, a Illinois life insurance license is required to sell, and we're upfront about that from the first page you land on. Our training, mentorship, and lead access are free — the only costs are your state's licensing course and exam fees, which are paid directly to the state or course provider and vary by state.
Is this a fully remote job in Chicago, Illinois?
Yes. This is 100% remote and location-independent. You can work from anywhere in Chicago, Illinois with a reliable internet connection.
How much can I earn?
Income isn't guaranteed — it's commission-based and tied to consistency, skill, and follow-through. For a real benchmark: the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports insurance sales agents earn $36,390–$135,660+ annually nationwide (May 2024 data, includes commission).
What happens after I apply?
We'll send a confirmation to your email within a few minutes and follow up by phone within 24 hours to walk you through next steps — licensing (if you're not already licensed in Illinois), onboarding, and lead access.
Remote life insurance sales is commission-based. Licensing is required. Training is provided. Results are not guaranteed and depend on effort, skill, consistency, follow-up, and market conditions.