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Life Insurance Agent — McCown Financial Group (New York Life)
Location:
Lynchburg, VA |
Employment Type:
W-2, Commission-Based (with bonuses & training subsidies) |
Interview Location:
Roanoke General Office About Us McCown Financial Group is an independent practice affiliated with New York Life Insurance Company, built on a simple belief: we serve others with excellence, humility, and care. We help individuals, families, and business owners pursue their financial goals through personalized, values-driven planning — and we're known across Lynchburg for the trust we build with our clients. We're growing, and we're looking for our next agent to join us. The Opportunity You'll work directly alongside our founder, Chris McCown, in our Lynchburg office — with office space, a built-in team, and hands-on mentorship as you build your practice. This is a career for someone who wants to run their own business, set their own schedule, and genuinely help people plan for their financial future. As a New York Life agent, you'll be compensated on a commission basis, with bonus opportunities and training allowance subsidies available to support you as you build your book of business in your first couple of years. What You'll Do Build relationships with individuals, families, and business owners in the Lynchburg community Guide clients through a structured planning process — discovery, plan design, implementation, ongoing review Use industry-leading tools (eMoney, Riskalyze, Holistiplan, Salesforce, and more) to deliver a client experience rooted in clarity and confidence Manage your own calendar and client relationships with autonomy Represent the firm's values of integrity, transparency, and education in every client interaction What We're Looking For A true self-starter who takes ownership and does what it takes to get results Competitive, driven, and motivated to build something of your own Comfortable setting your own schedule and holding yourself accountable Strong people skills — someone who works well independently and as part of a team Genuinely interested in helping people and giving back to the community No prior financial services experience required — coachability matters more than a resume The Process 1. Interview with Chris and NYL managers at the Roanoke General Office 2. Background check & fingerprinting upon selection 3. Study for and pass your Life, Health & Annuity licensing exam 4. Contract with New York Life and begin onboarding 5. Start working alongside Chris in Lynchburg, with mentorship and hands-on training from day one Why McCown Financial Group Direct mentorship from an established, growing practice Training allowance subsidies to help you get started A firm culture built on integrity, education, and collaboration — not just sales targets The backing and resources of New York Life, one of the most respected names in the industry No dress code, no rigid corporate hierarchy — just a team that cares about doing right by clients If you're ready to build a career where your drive determines your success, and you want to help people in your own community plan for their future, we'd love to talk. Apply today to start the conversation.
