Senior VP, DC Sales – Private Assets & Guaranteed Income

Apollo; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 200,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Athene is seeking a Vice President Sales, Defined Contribution in the United States, with heavy travel (70%+). The role drives sales of Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income, reporting to the Head of DC Wealth Distribution and supported by an internal wholesaler.

You will leverage established DC advisor relationships, manage a national territory, and partner with recordkeepers to advance strategy and deliver measurable outcomes. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in retirement plan sales with proven targets.
• Established relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper field teams.
• Knowledge of ERISA fundamentals and defined contribution markets.
• FINRA Series 6 and 63 or Series 7 required.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the annual territory sales target across Apollo and Vitera defined contribution offerings.
• Build relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper field teams to convert partnerships into local adoption.
• Develop and execute a territory plan with priority advisors and measurable sales outcomes.
• Lead advisor education, field events, and presentations; integrate product specialists as needed.
• Collaborate with Apollo’s Global Wealth field counterparts to align coverage and share insights.
• Coordinate with recordkeeper partners on joint meetings, campaigns, and opportunities.
• Use CRM data, market intelligence, and AI tools to refine targeting and maintain pipeline discipline.

Skills

Retirement plan sales

Relationships with retirement plan AD

Defined contribution knowledge

FINRA Series 6/63 or 7

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance or related field

Job description

Athene is seeking a Vice President Sales, Defined Contribution in the United States, with heavy travel (70%+). The role drives sales of Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income, reporting to the Head of DC Wealth Distribution and supported by an internal wholesaler.

You will leverage established DC advisor relationships, manage a national territory, and partner with recordkeepers to advance strategy and deliver measurable outcomes. Competitive compensation is offered.