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Advanced Planning Advisor |Meaningful Sales Career ($100K+ potential) | LIFE LICENSE REQ

Smith Life & Legacy Funeral Home | Grandview...
Maryville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2026

This role requires someone who is both compassionate and confident — someone who is comfortable starting conversations with new people and guiding families through important decisions.

Our advisors help families plan ahead so their loved ones are protected and prepared. By having these important conversations in advance, families can avoid difficult decisions during emotional times. We also assist families in making final arrangements for their loved one once a death has occurred. We meet with families at our location or at their homes. This is a very rewarding career where you get to serve and help people along with making a great income. Prospecting is a large part of our day-to-day activities. Community events are just some of the activities we participate in to educate the public of their options. Successful advisors in this role are comfortable introducing themselves to new people, starting meaningful conversations, and confidently inviting families to meet and learn about their options.

Responsibilities and Duties

Meeting with families one-on-one to make cemetery and funeral arrangements. We also make phone calls to set up appointments to meet with families.

Qualifications and Skills

Sales skills are a plus. High School Diploma or GED is required. Must be computer literate and offer a high level of professionalism.

State of TN Insurance License Required. If not already licensed, must be able to attain. Life Insurance License Required within 60 days of employment.

Benefits

  • Base Salary
  • Strong bonus incentives
  • Bi-Weekly Commissions earned are paid every two weeks.
  • Unlimited earning potential
  • 401K (100% match of first 1% employee contribution and 50% match up to 6%)
  • Affordable Health Insurance, company paid Group Life, and Dental available
  • 40 hours usual schedule – You set your own schedule outside of duty days. Family Time is important!
  • Closed Holidays – New Years Days, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas
  • The personal satisfaction of helping people do something which will protect their family, and making friends for life.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,0000 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • Sick Time

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift most days
  • Some weekends required

Supplemental pay types:

  • Commission pay and Base Pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Maryville Area
  • Knoxville Area

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

  • Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
  • People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused

Benefit Conditions:

  • Waiting period may apply
  • Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

  • No

Work Location: Two locations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Are you able to work some weekends?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Life Insurance License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Maryville, TN 37803 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $125,000

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