Senior DC Sales Leader – Private Assets & Guaranteed Income

Athene; Texas; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Athene is seeking a VP Sales, Defined Contribution to drive sales of Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income to retirement advisors in an assigned territory. The role requires 70%+ travel and a proven network with DC advisors and recordkeeper field teams.

You will own the territory sales target, develop a plan with priority advisors, lead advisor education and events, and collaborate with Apollo’s Global Wealth field counterparts.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Own the annual territory sales target for 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, cadence, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
• Lead advisor education, field events, and joint planning with Apollo’s Global Wealth field counterparts.
• Use CRM data and market insights to refine targeting and maintain pipeline discipline.

Skills

Retirement plan sales

Advisor relationships

Recordkeeper channels

CRM / market data

Market knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or finance

Tools

None

Job description

Athene is seeking a VP Sales, Defined Contribution to drive sales of Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income to retirement advisors in an assigned territory. The role requires 70%+ travel and a proven network with DC advisors and recordkeeper field teams.

You will own the territory sales target, develop a plan with priority advisors, lead advisor education and events, and collaborate with Apollo’s Global Wealth field counterparts.