Senior DC Sales Leader - Private Assets & Guaranteed Income

Athene; Clifton (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Athene is seeking a VP Sales, Defined Contribution to drive Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income sales to retirement advisors in an assigned territory. The role focuses on expanding advisor adoption and meeting annual sales targets across both capabilities.

You will work with recordkeeper partners, field teams, and wealth professionals, leveraging CRM and market insights. A strong DC/ERISA background and established advisor networks are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in retirement plan sales or equivalent experience.
• Established relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper teams.
• Strong knowledge of the defined contribution market and ERISA fundamentals; private assets or guaranteed income knowledge preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in business/finance or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the annual territory sales target across the Apollo and Vitera defined contribution offerings.
• Build relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper field teams.
• Develop and execute a territory plan with priority advisors, milestones, and measurable sales outcomes.
• Lead advisor education, field events, and finalist presentations; collaborate with Global Wealth teams.
• Use CRM data, market intelligence, and AI tools to refine targeting and maintain pipeline discipline.

Skills

Retirement plan sales

Advisor relationships

Territory planning

CRM & market intelligence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance or related field

Tools

CRM systems

AI tools

Job description

Athene is seeking a VP Sales, Defined Contribution to drive Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income sales to retirement advisors in an assigned territory. The role focuses on expanding advisor adoption and meeting annual sales targets across both capabilities.

You will work with recordkeeper partners, field teams, and wealth professionals, leveraging CRM and market insights. A strong DC/ERISA background and established advisor networks are essential.