Senior DC Sales Leader: Private Assets & Guaranteed Income

Apollo; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollo is a leading global asset manager expanding field coverage across the United States. We seek a VP Sales, Defined Contribution to drive private assets and guaranteed income solutions to retirement advisors, with a focus on building strategic relationships and growing the territory.

You will own the annual territory sales target, work with recordkeeper partners, and leverage CRM data and AI insights to optimize territory performance. A strong DC background and travel readiness are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in retirement plan sales or equivalent experience.
• Established relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper teams.
• Strong knowledge of defined contribution markets and ERISA basics.
• Experience with private assets or guaranteed income is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive annual territory sales targets for Apollo and Vitera DC offerings.
• Build relationships with retirement plan/professional channels and partner firms.
• Develop territory plans, maintain pipeline, and set measurable outcomes.
• Lead advisor education events and present finalists with partners.
• Collaborate with Global Wealth teams to align coverage and WIN opportunities.
• Utilize CRM data, market intelligence, and AI tools to refine targeting.

Skills

Retirement plan sales

Advisor relationships

DC channel navigation

ERISA fundamentals

Private assets / guaranteed income

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance

Tools

CRM systems

AI tools

Job description

Apollo is a leading global asset manager expanding field coverage across the United States. We seek a VP Sales, Defined Contribution to drive private assets and guaranteed income solutions to retirement advisors, with a focus on building strategic relationships and growing the territory.

You will own the annual territory sales target, work with recordkeeper partners, and leverage CRM data and AI insights to optimize territory performance. A strong DC background and travel readiness are essential.