Associate Sales Director

Voya Financial; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 67,980 - 84,980; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans

401(k) savings plan – company matching up to 6%

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

Paid time off – 20 days, nine paid holidays

Paid volunteer time – 40 hours per calendar year

Job summary

Voya Financial is seeking an Associate Sales Director to lead sales efforts in Seattle, WA, focusing on corporate retirement and tax-exempt opportunities. The role involves establishing sales programs, building relationships with industry professionals, and executing innovative marketing strategies. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of sales experience in the retirement sector, relevant certifications, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a 401(k) matching plan, health insurance, and 20 days of paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of internal or external sales experience in the retirement plan/investment industry with a proven track record of success.
• FINRA Series 6 and 63 certifications are required.
• State Life and Health licensing is necessary.
• Ability to travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain sales programs for the regional territory.
• Build relationships with key advisors and brokers.
• Develop annual marketing plans to increase sales.
• Deliver presentations to stakeholders.
• Manage and motivate retirement plan distribution sources.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer focus

Critical thinking

Team mentality

Business acumen

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Profile Summary

The Associate Sales Director will successfully direct sales activities in a defined geographic area selling/wholesaling corporate retirement and tax‑exempt opportunities from start‑up plans to $50 million in assets (excluding government and K‑12 marketplace) for Voya’s Emerging Markets division.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain sales programs for developing regional territory
• Build, strengthen and maintain relationships with key advisors, brokers, consultants and third‑party administrators while developing and cultivating new business relationships
• Develop and execute annual marketing plans with innovative and creative ideas to increase sales
• Identify and understand the needs of key decision makers and direct efforts to provide product enhancements and service
• Deliver presentations to key stakeholders including prospects, financial professionals and industry leaders
• Manage, develop and motivate a wide variety of retirement plan distribution sources
• Leverage technology to implement and track sales and marketing plans
• Partner with other Voya representatives to enhance awareness of the full suite of Voya capabilities

Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 3‑5 years of internal or external sales experience in the retirement plan/ investment industry, proven track record of sales success
• FINRA Series 6 and 63
• State Life and Health licensing
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proven ability to lead
• Ability to travel

Compensation Pay Disclosure

Annual base salary range: $67,980 – $84,980 USD.

In addition to base salary, Voya offers incentive opportunities based on role to reward achievement of annual performance objectives.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans
• 401(k) savings plan – company matching up to 6%
• Voya Retirement Plan – employer‑paid cash balance plan (4%)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Paid time off – 20 days, nine paid holidays, flexible Diversity Celebration Day
• Paid volunteer time – 40 hours per calendar year

Critical Skills

• Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight customers and offer unique solutions
• Critical Thinking: Analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to achieve common goals
• Business Acumen: Understanding of the financial services industry
• Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills

Equal Employment Opportunity

Voya Financial is an equal‑opportunity employer. Voya Financial provides equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Voya is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform essential job functions.