VP, Defined Contribution Sales & Private Assets

Athene; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 200,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Athene seeks a VP Sales, Defined Contribution to drive Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income in an assigned territory. You will work with recordkeepers, retirement advisors, and internal partners to grow adoption and hit strategic targets while traveling 70%+ across the territory.

The role requires 10+ years in retirement plan sales, established advisor relationships, FINRA licenses, and a Bachelor’s degree in business or finance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in retirement plan sales with a track record of meeting or exceeding goals.
• Established relationships with retirement plan advisors and recordkeeper field teams.
• FINRA Series 6 and 63 or Series 7 required.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Own the annual territory sales target for 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 presentations with product depth.
• Coordinate with recordkeeper partners on meetings, campaigns, and opportunities.
• Use CRM data, market intelligence, and AI tools to refine targeting and maintain pipeline discipline.

Skills

Retirement plan sales

Relationship building

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Athene seeks a VP Sales, Defined Contribution to drive Apollo DC private assets and Vitera guaranteed income in an assigned territory. You will work with recordkeepers, retirement advisors, and internal partners to grow adoption and hit strategic targets while traveling 70%+ across the territory.

The role requires 10+ years in retirement plan sales, established advisor relationships, FINRA licenses, and a Bachelor’s degree in business or finance.