First of all you would have to be suitably qualified to work in the area of insurance. There are a wide range of qualifications available. Then you would need some time working in the industry to build up experience. Eventually you may be in a position to form your own company and act as an independent broker. You would have to have established relationships with the companies you intend dealing with. There would also be a lot of legal requirements needed for you to set up the business. Check out the website of the Irish Brokers Association below.