VP, DC Sales: Private Assets & Guaranteed Income

Athene; Tennessee; On-site; USD 200,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Athene is seeking a VP Sales, Defined Contribution to drive Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income sales to retirement advisors in an assigned territory. The role reports to the Head of DC Wealth Distribution and includes travel of 70%+.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in retirement plan sales with established advisor relationships, knowledge of ERISA, and familiarity with private assets or guaranteed income.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in retirement plan sales with a track record of meeting or exceeding goals.
• Established relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper teams.
• Strong command of advisor-led and recordkeeper channels and ERISA fundamentals.
• Knowledge of private assets or guaranteed income is a plus.
• FINRA Series 6/63 or Series 7 required.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or related field.

Responsibilities

• Own the annual territory sales target across Apollo and Vitera DC offerings.
• Build relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper field teams.
• Develop and execute a territory plan with milestones and measurable outcomes.
• Lead advisor education, field events, and finalist presentations; coordinate with product specialists.
• Partner with Global Wealth field counterparts to align coverage and win together.
• Coordinate with recordkeeper partners on meetings, campaigns, and opportunities.
• Use CRM data and market insights to refine targeting and maintain pipeline discipline.

Skills

Retirement plan sales

Advisor relationships

Recordkeeper channels

Presentation skills

FINRA Series 6/63 or 7

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Athene is seeking a VP Sales, Defined Contribution to drive Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income sales to retirement advisors in an assigned territory. The role reports to the Head of DC Wealth Distribution and includes travel of 70%+.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in retirement plan sales with established advisor relationships, knowledge of ERISA, and familiarity with private assets or guaranteed income.