Which industries will hire the most insurance professionals in 2025?

You might think that insurance professionals are entirely or even mostly employed by insurance companies. If so, then you’re probably also thinking that the industry that will likely hire the most insurance professionals in 2025 is, well, the insurance industry. And that’s where you’d be wrong.

Insurance professionals do not only work for insurance companies. Show me an organization with even hundreds of employees that regularly has insurance-related matters and I’ll show you an organization that likely has at least one and probably multiple insurance professionals on its payroll. For example, consider the doctor’s office that you most recently visited. Even the smallest employ insurance professionals, as the vast majority of doctors bill insurance companies and so they need to employ insurance professionals to ensure that the billing and related payments are both accurate and timely.

We recently asked 17 hiring experts to share with us their opinions as to which industries are most likely to hire the most insurance professionals in 2025. As you’ve probably already gathered, some of the answers may not be terribly intuitive.

• Renewable Energy Sector
• Community Associations
• Gig Economy Platforms
• Electric Vehicle Sector
• Digital Media and Entertainment
• Home Insurance Sector
• Health Insurance Sector
• Life Insurance
• Optometry Industry
• Logistics and Transportation
• General Insurance Sector
• Property and Casualty Sector
• Real Estate
• Fitness Industry
• Cyber Insurance Industry
• Small Businesses
• Emerging Risk Sectors

Renewable Energy Sector

With over 15 years in treasury management and business consulting, I’ve observed significant trends in various sectors. In 2025, I see renewable energy experiencing a substantial increase in demand for insurance professionals. As businesses pivot toward sustainable practices, risk management becomes crucial for technologies like solar and wind, which are set to expand dramatically.

Working with The Holistics Company, I’ve helped clients streamline operations to better accommodate energy-efficient technologies. This experience underlines how insurers in this industry need to evolve, offering specialized coverage for emerging energy technologies and infrastructure.

For example, the need for policies that address equipment breakdowns and technology-specific risks will become more prominent. Insurance professionals well-versed in these areas will be crucial as the shift towards greener energy continues and regulatory frameworks evolve.

Christian Strange, President, Strange Insurance Agency, Inc

Community Associations

I’ve noticed a huge uptick in community association insurance needs while managing properties, especially with all the extreme weather events damaging common areas and amenities lately. Based on my experience, I believe community associations will see the biggest insurance demand spike in 2025 as more folks move into HOAs and condo communities that need comprehensive coverage.

Judy Michaelis, Real Estate Broker, Judy Michaelis

Gig Economy Platforms

As someone working closely with entrepreneurs, I’m seeing a huge surge in gig economy platforms needing specialized insurance solutions for their workers and services. When I helped a local food delivery startup last year, finding insurance experts who understood both startup risks and gig worker protection was surprisingly challenging, which tells me this area will explode with opportunities by 2025.

Macy Troyer, Owner, Goaldy

Electric Vehicle Sector

I predict that the auto sales industry, specifically the Electric Vehicle (EV) sector, will see a major surge in demand for insurance professionals in 2025. The reason is simple: EVs are becoming more mainstream. When more people buy electric cars, more of them will need insurance. Here’s an important detail: insuring an EV isn’t the same as insuring a traditional car. They come with unique risks and costs, so insurance companies will need people who understand these differences.

This is where insurance professionals come in. They’ll be the ones helping companies navigate this new territory. Just imagine, they will create and manage policies for these types of vehicles. So, if you’re an insurance professional or are thinking about becoming one, the EV sector could be a great place to focus your efforts.

Scott Chesarek, Co-Founder, J&S Transportation

Digital Media and Entertainment

The industry that will experience the largest increase in demand for insurance professionals in 2025 is likely to be the digital media and entertainment sector. This is because the rapid growth of digital content creation and distribution has led to an explosion of intellectual property, and with it, a corresponding need for robust protection and insurance.

As someone who has worked extensively with digital content management systems and blockchain technology, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of safeguarding digital assets. The rise of social media influencers, podcasters, and online course creators has created a vast landscape of digital content that requires protection from theft, plagiarism, and copyright infringement. Insurance professionals who can provide specialized coverage for these digital assets will be in high demand, as creators and businesses seek to mitigate the risks associated with digital content creation and distribution.

Michael Sumner, Founder and CEO, ScoreDetect.com

Home Insurance Sector

I can’t help but point to the home insurance sector. We’re still dealing with the fallout from climate change and people are waking up to the reality that their homes are at risk from extreme weather events. Floods and wildfires, especially in 2024, were hitting places that have never had to worry about them before. This means there’s going to be a huge need for insurance pros who can help homeowners navigate these new risks and find the right coverage. 

People are starting to realize that standard home insurance isn’t enough anymore. They’re looking for experts who can guide them through flood insurance options, especially in areas that were previously considered low-risk.

Also, states like California and New Jersey have been tightening their grip on insurance rates, which complicates things for both insurers and homeowners. We’ll need professionals who can keep up with changes and help clients understand what it all means for their policies and premiums.

Mike Roberts, Co-Founder, City Creek Mortgage

Health Insurance Sector

Health insurance is expected to experience the most significant increase in demand for insurance professionals in 2025 due to global healthcare reforms and shifting demographics. There is already a growing demand for long-term care facilities, chronic disease control or management, and preventive care services in many developing countries where healthcare systems are struggling to keep up with the demands of the aging population. Thus, there will be a greater demand for professionals who can design policies that address these nuanced needs while balancing affordability and coverage. 

Moreover, greater access to telemedicine and digital health solutions is also likely to create a demand for insurance professionals with experience in managing emerging risks. Insurance specialists will need to grapple with new claims scenarios like virtual consultations, data privacy concerns, and coverage for remote diagnostic tools, among others. 

There are more changes happening on a global scale; countries around the world are starting to reform their healthcare systems and making insurance compulsory and more accessible for minorities and the underprivileged. As a result, they will require experts who are adept at understanding the regulatory environment and capable of deploying scalable solutions to assist in these efforts.

Joe Cronin, President, International Citizens Insurance

Life Insurance

Life insurance, for sure. We’re looking at an elderly population worried about their financial future. They want to make sure their families are taken care of when they’re gone. So, there’s a big need for agents who can help them figure out the best policies for their situation.

Also, families aren’t just the traditional mom-and-dad setup anymore. We’ve got single parents, blended families, and everything in between. Life insurance needs to be more flexible and cater to different needs. Insurance pros who can adapt and offer personalized solutions will be in high demand.

Alfred Polizzotto, Managing Partner, Polizzotto & Polizzotto, LLC

Optometry Industry

The optometry industry is expected to experience a significant rise in demand for insurance professionals by 2025, largely due to the increasing use of screens among younger generations. With cell phones, tablets, and other digital devices becoming essential in everyday life, there is a growing occurrence of vision-related problems like digital eye strain and myopia. This trend is likely to lead to a higher demand for comprehensive eye care services, encouraging more people to seek vision insurance coverage. 

Insurance professionals will be essential in navigating the complexities of these plans, assisting both optometry practices and patients with coverage options, benefits, and claims processes. Furthermore, as new treatments and technologies are developed to tackle screen-related vision issues, insurance professionals will be key in ensuring these advancements are seamlessly incorporated into insurance offerings.

Rubens Basso, Chief Technology Officer, FieldRoutes

Logistics and Transportation

One industry I see that I set to be in the most demand for insurance professionals come 2025, is the logistics and transportation industry. However, I believe this demand will mostly impact the supply chain insurance sector of this industry specifically due to certain factors.

First of all, as international trade continues to grow both in popularity and in complexities, increasing the risks associated with global trade, businesses, especially those trading in international markets, have been forced to realize their need for insurance experts and the services they provide. Another factor that is and will continue to influence this industry’s demand for insurance professionals is the never-ending advancements in technology, which though holding multiple advantages when it comes to global trade, also partly contributes to its increasing risks.

For instance, the use of blockchain technology itself, though in and of itself not being a risk, opens the door and exposes businesses to more risks in terms of security, regulations, and operational risks. Given that this technology is still in its early stages, it poses certain scalability limitations, like challenges in managing high-volume transactions that are peculiar to the international market. Hence why this industry will most likely have no other alternative than to rely on insurance professionals to assist in conducting thorough risk assessments.

Umeadi Grace Chisom, Human Resources (HR) Leader, Express Dentist

General Insurance Sector

The insurance sector in general is poised to see significant growth in 2025. The recent figures I’ve seen suggest a growth rate of 10-15% during 2025, and I anticipate we’ll see an increase in talent demand across the sector in keeping with that growth. Based on our client and prospective client surveys, slightly over half (about 55%) of respondents plan to increase the size of their staff in the next year, while only about 10% plan to reduce their workforce.

Narrowing down to the industry level, I would anticipate that the healthcare industry will add the most new insurance positions in 2025, particularly roles like underwriters, claims adjusters, and leadership positions at both the middle management and senior leadership level. I also suspect that we’ll see significant growth in the cybersecurity insurance sector as companies that have undergone a digital transformation take steps to safeguard their systems and data against attacks.

Steve Faulkner, Founder & Chief Recruiter, Spencer James Group

Property and Casualty Sector

The property and casualty sector, particularly in disaster-prone regions, is likely to see the largest increase in demand for insurance professionals in 2025. With the continuation of a hard market driven by escalating natural disasters, insurers will need skilled professionals to navigate complex underwriting, claims management, and risk assessment challenges.

Additionally, the growing emphasis on climate-related risks will require more specialized talent to help both carriers and clients adapt to a volatile environment. Beyond this, the insurtech space will also expand as companies seek professionals who can integrate technology into traditional practices to streamline operations and improve customer experiences.

These dynamics present unique opportunities for professionals who are willing to embrace innovation while addressing the evolving needs of the market.

Jaime Arias, President, Dynamic Insurance Solutions

Real Estate

The industry I believe will see the largest increase in demand for insurance professionals in 2025 is real estate. With the number of property transactions steadily increasing, there is a growing need for services like title insurance, mortgage insurance, and coverage for natural disasters. The property insurance market is expected to grow by around 6% annually, driven by more individuals purchasing homes and investing in rental properties. This rise in activity means more homeowners and investors will require specialized insurance, making real estate a key driver for the growing demand in this field.

Shaun Bettman, Chief Executive Officer, Eden Emerald Mortgages

Fitness Industry

The fitness industry will see a rise in demand for insurance professionals in the coming years. With more gyms, personal trainers, and wellness programs popping up everywhere, the need for various types of insurance is going to go through the roof.

First of all, liability insurance is a necessity for gyms and trainers to protect against claims from injuries or accidents during workouts. Then there’s property insurance, which covers damage to fitness equipment and facilities from fire or theft. With many businesses collecting personal data through apps or memberships, cyber liability insurance is becoming more and more important.

With all these emerging risks and growth in the industry, insurance professionals will be needed to help fitness businesses find the right coverage to keep them protected!

Maria Vazquez, Head of Training, MYWOWFIT

Cyber Insurance Industry

I believe the cyber insurance industry will experience the largest increase in demand for insurance professionals in 2025.

With the rapid rise of digital transformation and the increasing frequency of cyberattacks, businesses are becoming more aware of the need to protect themselves against cyber risks. This growing awareness is driving demand for specialized insurance professionals who can navigate the complexities of cyber risk and provide tailored coverage solutions. As a result, the cyber insurance sector is expected to see significant growth, creating numerous opportunities for skilled professionals in this field.

Nick Jones, Senior Strategist, Easy Lead

Small Businesses

Overall small businesses. Generally speaking, small businesses are a largely growing segment of the US GDP and undoubtedly there are more and more people moving from working a job and starting to find ways to make their own money either from home or doing what they love and trying to monetize that. I would say that creative insurance professionals will need to find a way to access these small business owners and find a way to deliver appropriate insurance for their lines of work. So to answer that more directly, I would say commercial insurance lines, and more specifically ones that are flexible with coverages and can adapt to a changing business landscape.

Phil Rugari, Owner, Magnolia Marketing Solutions

Emerging Risk Sectors

In 2025, industries experiencing rapid change and growth are expected to drive demand for insurance professionals. Sectors dealing with emerging risks, such as evolving technologies or environmental challenges, will likely seek professionals who can help manage complex insurance needs. Businesses will prioritize policies that address specific risks tied to their operations and future uncertainties.

The growing focus on risk management and compliance across many industries will also contribute to this demand. Organizations will need insurance professionals who can develop tailored solutions and provide guidance on protecting assets. As industries continue to adapt to new challenges, the importance of skilled professionals in managing these risks will increase significantly.

Steve Case, Consultant, Insurance Hero