Strategic Sales Executive, Group Benefits

Lincoln Financial Group; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 215,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Financial Group is seeking an experienced Strategic Sales Executive for Group Benefits. The role focuses on building relationships with Advisors, Brokers, and Plan Sponsors to meet sales goals within the assigned territory.

You will educate teams on Lincoln’s products, drive opportunities, and collaborate with internal partners to grow revenue and market share. The position supports remote work and requires up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5-7+ years of intermediary sales experience directly aligned with responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal/written).
• Licenses required upon hire.
• Travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends for the assigned territory and products; collaborate to incorporate trends into solutions.
• Provide education, information, training & advice on Lincoln’s products and services to Advisors, Registered Representatives, Brokers and Plan Sponsors.
• Build and maintain business relationships through email, phone and in person with internal/external stakeholders in a customer-centric manner.
• Develop and execute plans to introduce Lincoln’s products/services to stakeholders.
• Identify, recommend and champion process improvements and initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Strategic Sales Executive, Group Benefits

Alternate Locations: Minneapolis, MN (Minnesota)

Work Arrangement:

Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location.

Relocation assistance:is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #:76671

The Role at a Glance

The Group Protection Distribution Team is looking for an experienced Strategic Sales Executive to join Group Benefits Sales team.

As a Strategic Sales Executive for Group Benefits Sales, you will be responsible for building and maintaining business relationships to meet or exceed established sales goals, quotas or objectives by working directly with groups in the assigned territory. You will work with Advisors, Registered Representatives, Brokers, Plan Sponsors and Participants in the assigned territory to increase sales revenue and market share in offering our ancillary products. This opportunity will provide the ability to grow within the group insurance industry while gaining new skills and building strong working relationships. If this sounds like a role for you, please read on!

What you'll be doing

• You will maintain knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends for assigned territory and products, assessing impacts, and collaborating with management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future solutions. In addition, you will develop and maintain an understanding of LFG's products, services, and operational structure to enhance ability to identify and target sales growth opportunities.
• You will provide education, information, training & advice on Lincoln’s products & services (including sales support tools, marketing ideas, etc.) to assigned Advisors, Registered Representatives, Brokers and/or Plan Sponsor/Participants.
• You will build and maintain business relationships through effective communication via email, phone and in person with internal/external stakeholders in a customer centric and professional demeanor.
• You will develop and execute basic plans to increase/gain opportunities to introduce Lincoln’s products/services, management & other resources to stakeholders.
• You will Identify, recommend and champion process improvements and organizational initiatives to positively influence the team and quality.

What we’re looking for

Must-have experience (Required):

• 4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's)
• 5 - 7+ Years of experience in intermediary sales that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal/written)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Licenses required upon hire

Nice-to have Experience (Preferred):

• Group Benefits Sales Experience

Travel Requirements

• Up to 50%

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted through October 7, 2026, and posting may be taken down early due to applicant volume.

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What’s in it for you:

Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values andleadership attributes

Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

Tuition assistance program

Work arrangements that work for you

Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is$215,000 - $480,000with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

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Lincoln Financial ("Lincoln" or "the Company") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling [phone].

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