Senior DC Sales Leader: Private Assets & Income

Athene; West Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Athene seeks a VP Sales for Defined Contribution to drive retirement advisor and recordkeeper engagement in a national territory. The role focuses on selling Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income, building robust adviser relationships, and aligning with internal product and investment specialists for successful deployments.

Candidates bring 10+ years in retirement plan sales, strong channel knowledge, and FINRA licenses (Series 6/63 or Series 7).

Qualifications

• 10+ years in retirement plan sales or related roles.
• Established relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeepers.
• Strong knowledge of defined contribution market and ERISA fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Own the annual territory sales target across Apollo and Vitera DC offerings.
• Build relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper field teams.
• Develop a territory plan with priority advisors and measurable sales outcomes.
• Lead advisor education, field events, and finalist presentations.
• Coordinate with wealth team and recordkeeper partners on joint opportunities.

Skills

Retirement sales

Advisor channels

Recordkeeper channels

FINRA license

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance

Equivalent professional experience

Job description

Athene seeks a VP Sales for Defined Contribution to drive retirement advisor and recordkeeper engagement in a national territory. The role focuses on selling Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income, building robust adviser relationships, and aligning with internal product and investment specialists for successful deployments.

Candidates bring 10+ years in retirement plan sales, strong channel knowledge, and FINRA licenses (Series 6/63 or Series 7).