Senior VP Sales: Defined Contribution & Private Assets

Athene; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 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 close collaboration with recordkeeper partners to win opportunities.

You should have 10+ years in retirement plan sales, established advisor relationships, and deep knowledge of the defined contribution market, ERISA fundamentals, and ideally private assets or guaranteed income.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in retirement plan sales.
• Established relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper field teams.
• Knowledge of the defined contribution market and ERISA fundamentals; familiarity with private assets or guaranteed income is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the annual territory sales target across the Apollo and Vitera defined contribution offerings.
• Develop and execute a territory plan with priority advisors and measurable milestones.
• Lead advisor education, field events, and presentations; coordinate with Global Wealth field counterparts.
• Utilize CRM data and market intelligence to refine targeting and maintain pipeline discipline.

Skills

Retirement plan sales

Advisor relations

ERISA fundamentals

DC market knowledge

Private assets knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field

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 close collaboration with recordkeeper partners to win opportunities.

You should have 10+ years in retirement plan sales, established advisor relationships, and deep knowledge of the defined contribution market, ERISA fundamentals, and ideally private assets or guaranteed income.