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Positions for Every Interest and Ambition

The insurance industry is a mainstay of Ohio’s economy. The state ranks 7th in the nation for the number of insurance jobs ranging from actuaries and accountants to claims examiners and sales representatives. The insurance industry offers careers that are stable, provide advancement opportunities, and allow you to make a difference in people’s lives.

Insurance is More than Sales!

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Like to work with computers and big data management?

Featured Career Pathways

Insurance companies seek top talent across a variety of disciplines, including:

Administration

There are a number of administrative positions available at insurance companies. From secretarial work, to accounting and legal processing, employees working in administrative capacities support the daily operations of a company and its employees.

Click on the career pathways below to learn more about a career in administration:

ACCOUNTING CLERK

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

PARALEGAL

Claims

A career in claims provides a rewarding opportunity to work hands on in the insurance process. From interviewing clients and processing reported claims, to investigating, analyzing and determining the extent of insurance company’s liability in claims settlement, a job in claims offers you a chance to work directly with the application of insurance coverages.

Click on the career pathways below to learn more about a career in claims:

CLAIMS ADJUSTER

CLAIMS REPRESENTATIVE

SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR

Finance

Are you interested in a career in finance? Well, you don’t have to work at a bank or financial institution. The insurance industry offers a variety of positions focused on finance, from accountants and accounting clerks to company or industry auditors.

Click on the career pathways below to learn more about a career in insurance finance:

ACCOUNTANT

ACCOUNTING CLERK

AUDITOR

HR & Training

A career in human resources or employee training enables you to support a company’s internal development and structure. From support in recruitment and employee retention, to orientation and training, a job in human resources offers you a chance to work directly with company employees.

Click on the career pathways below to learn more about a career in HR and Training:

BENEFITS SPECIALIST

EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR

HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Law & Regulation

Insurance companies often have in-house legal counsel, assigned with the responsibility of overseeing legal documents, ensuring the company is in compliance with federal and state law, and protecting it from unnecessary liabilities.

Click on the career pathways below to learn more about a career in insurance law and regulation:

ATTORNEY

CORPORATE COMPLIANCE

PARALEGAL

Marketing & Communications

A career in marketing or customer service offers individuals a chance to work with insurance from a communications standpoint. From the development of marketing strategies and communications, to support in customer service, communications are crucial in the presentation of a strong company brand.

Click on the career pathways below to learn more about a career in marketing and communications:

MARKETING MANAGER

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

Operations

The upkeep of business facilities is a key component to running a successful operation. Members of the maintenance and cleaning staff are essential to having a professional and positive work environment.

Click on the career pathway below to learn more about a career in company operations:

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Sales & Products

The most recognized careers in insurance pertain to sales and products and offer an opportunity to work first hand with selecting insurance coverages that meet the specific needs of the insured.

Click on the career pathway below to learn more about a career in insurance sales:

INSURANCE AGENT

Technology

Businesses today function primarily through technology, making a company’s infrastructure one of its most important assets. From maintaining databases and company intranets, to managing updates and information technology systems, a job in information technology offers you a chance to play a primary role in the technical infrastructure of a company

Click on the career pathways below to learn more about a career in IT:

APPLICATION PROGRAMMER

Underwriting & Analysis

If you’re interested in the analytical side of insurance, consider a career in underwriting or actuarial science. From analyzing statistical data to forecast risk and liability, to evaluating applications to determine the degree of risk associated with an individuals financial information and value or property, underwriters and actuaries play a crucial role in the insurance process.

Click on the career pathways below to learn more about a career in underwriting and analysis:

ACTUARY

INSURANCE UNDERWRITER

LOSS CONTROL SPECIALIST

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND PRICING

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ANALYST

RISK MANAGER

Searching for a Job?

If you’re interested in a career in insurance, search the Ohio Means Jobs database. You can also search a directory of Ohio insurance companies (organized by region) and apply to companies that have openings in your chosen field. To learn more about career opportunities within the insurance industry and access additional resources to help in your job search, vist the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation Talent Hub.

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Ohio Insurance Companies

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