Territory Office Manager - Nashville, TN

Unum Ireland; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Life in Nashville, TN is seeking a Territory Office Manager to lead daily operations of the Territory Office and support the Territory Sales Manager. You will manage administrative tasks, coordinate scheduling, budgeting, and vendor relations to ensure smooth, compliant office functions.

Ideal candidates have an Associate degree or higher and 3+ years as an Office Manager, strong MS Office skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently and prioritize multiple

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher with three or more years of Office Manager or Administrator experience.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong time management and organizational skills are essential.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Discretion when handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Office Management (60%): oversee and manage all aspects of the Territory Office, including admin, scheduling, supply, and equipment management.
• Territory Communication & Meeting Planning (25%): plan territory communications, meetings, events, and budget; coordinate with partners.
• Assist Territory Sales Manager (15%): manage the TSM’s calendar, prepare reports, travel plans, and proposals; support recruiting and data needs.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Customer service orientation

Discretion with confidential matters

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Posting End Date: November 12When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive.Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service solutions that enable employees at our client companies to thrive throughout life’s moments. And this starts with ensuring that every one of our team members enjoys opportunities to succeed both professionally and personally. To enable this, we provide:Award-winning cultureInclusion and diversity as a priorityPerformance Based Incentive PlansCompetitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term DisabilityGenerous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contributionMental health supportCareer advancement opportunitiesStudent loan repayment optionsTuition reimbursementFlexible work environments*All the benefits listed above are subject to the terms of their individual Plans .And that’s just the beginning…With 10,000 employees helping more than 39 million people worldwide, every role at Unum is meaningful and impacts the lives of our customers. Whether you’re directly supporting a growing family, or developing online tools to help navigate a difficult loss, customers are counting on the combined talents of our entire team. Help us help others, and join Team Unum today!General Summary:The Territory Office Manager plays a critical role in the management of the Territory Office. Expertise is required to effectively interact with customers, sales representatives and other Territory Core Team members. This role is a key member of the Territory Core Team and a valued partner to the Territory Sales Manager (TSM). The Territory Office Manager is responsible for managing the daily operation of the Territory Office and providing direct support to the TSM by adeptly leveraging office systems and procedures. In addition, the Territory Office Manager has Territory-wide responsibilities for providing budget management and formulating existing account management data.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Office Management (60%) :Prioritizes and manages all aspects for the Territory Office, including: maintenance, administration, mailing, shipping, supply and equipment managementCreates and manages the weekly territory scheduleDetermines the technological and equipment needs of the Territory Office and collaborates with Enterprise partners to fulfill those needsSchedules and participates in conference calls with key business partnersDrives the planning and implementation of Territory Launch Day eventsEnsure security, integrity and confidentiality of data and marketing materials housed in the Territory OfficeCollaborates with territory, regional and Home Office business partners to ensure that business is conducted in a smooth and efficient mannerPartner with other Core Team members to support territory recruiting and prospecting goals.Territory Communication & Meeting Planning (25%) :Partner with TSM to create territory communication strategy and drive the execution of that strategy, including the creation/preparation of a territory newsletterPartner with the TSM on the territory’s account management process using internal reportingOrganize and coordinate territory meetings and events, including: communications, logistics, budget and vendor managementCoordinate and attend conference calls with key business partnersDraft and distribute territory-wide leadership communications in partnership with the TSMGenerate and distribute sales reportsCreate slides and business presentations for delivery by Core Team membersInterpret customer inquiries and provide appropriate guidanceAssist Territory Sales Manager (15%) :Partner with the TSM to manage the TSM’s calendar and scheduleShare weekly sales reports, prospecting activities and recruiting informationPrepare and distribute information for performance management review sessionsSchedule and manage TSM business travel and submit expense reportsCreate proposals for TSM as neededMay perform other duties as assignedJob Specifications:Associates Degree or higher with three or more years of experience as an Office Manager or Administrator is preferredComputer skills and proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and other software systems to support office various office operations/communicationsExcellent time management skills and ability to work independently and prioritize workStrong organizational skillsAbility to effectively manage multiple tasks and projectsExcellent written and oral communication skillsDemonstrates attention to detailStrong problem-solving skillsStrong customer service orientationDemonstrates discretion in handling confidential matters#LI-TB1~IN1Unum and Colonial Life are part of Unum Group, a Fortune 500 company and leading provider of employee benefits to companies worldwide. Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with international offices in Ireland, Poland and the UK, Unum also has significant operations in Portland, ME - plus over 35 US field offices. Colonial Life is headquartered in Columbia, SC, with over 40 field offices nationwide.Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.The base salary range for applicants for this position is listed below. Unless actual salary is indicated above in the job description, actual pay will be based on skill, geographical location and experience.$45,600.00-$86,200.00Additionally, Unum offers a portfolio of benefits and rewards that are competitive and comprehensive including healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental), insurance benefits (short & long-term disability), performance-based incentive plans, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not. All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of individual Plans.Company:Colonial Life