Senior VP, Defined Contribution Sales & Private Assets

Apollo Global Management, Inc.; Iowa; On-site; USD 200,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Athene is seeking a senior sales leader to own the annual retirement plan sales target across Apollo and Vitera offerings. You will build and maintain relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper teams, drive local adoption, and lead strategic territory plans with measurable outcomes.

Required are 10+ years in retirement plan sales, strong advisor-channel knowledge, and FINRA licenses. A competitive salary and bonus potential are offered based on location and experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in retirement plan sales or equivalent experience with a track record of meeting/exceeding sales goals.
• Established relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper field teams.
• Strong command of advisor-led and recordkeeper channels and how home office relationships translate into field opportunities.
• Knowledge of the defined contribution market and ERISA fundamentals; expertise in private assets or guaranteed income.
• Strong one-on-one and group presentation skills; sound judgment; adaptable approach.
• FINRA Series 6 and 63 or Series 7 required.

Responsibilities

• Own the annual territory sales target across the Apollo and Vitera defined contribution offering.
• Build relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper field teams, converting national partnerships into local adoption.
• Develop and execute a territory plan with priority advisors, a cadence, milestones, and measurable sales outcomes.
• Lead advisor education, field events, and finalist presentations; bring in product specialists for depth while retaining the relationship ownership.
• Partner with Apollo's Global Wealth field counterparts to align coverage and win together.
• 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

Advisor relationships

Recordkeeper channels

Presentation skills

FINRA Series 6/63 or Series 7

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance

Job description

Athene is seeking a senior sales leader to own the annual retirement plan sales target across Apollo and Vitera offerings. You will build and maintain relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper teams, drive local adoption, and lead strategic territory plans with measurable outcomes.

Required are 10+ years in retirement plan sales, strong advisor-channel knowledge, and FINRA licenses. A competitive salary and bonus potential are offered based on location and experience.