National Life Insurance Company
insurance
VP,AffiliatedDistribution
“VP, Affiliated Distribution at National Life Insurance Company. Skills: Sales leadership, Agency partnerships, Business development, Life and annuity sales growth, Relationship management. Form partnerships with agencies ensuring mutually beneficial relationships with an emphasis on customer service, business development, profitability, and retention. Lead a dedicated sales team to develop new and emerging business and achieve consistent growth in life and annuity sales”
What You'll Achieve.
Achieve consistent growth in life and annuity sales; Grow and expand advisor sales; Develop long-term strategic growth plans; Strengthen our core markets; Broaden our reach into new markets; Enhance customer service and marketing; Improve operational effectiveness; Develop and implement growth-oriented business goals; Quickly grow and develop business
Industry & Context.
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills; Ability to get things done, breaking down barriers, and finding/executing solutions
Ability to travel more than 50% of your time, No visa sponsorship offered
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree required, 10 or more years of experience with demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence others to grow sales, Successful completion and retention of Series 7; Series 63; Series 65 (or Series 66) and Series 24 registrations, Subject Matter Expert in Life, Annuity and Investment products, markets, operational procedures, and distribution systems, Exceptional relationship management skills, including the ability to get things done, breaking down barriers, and finding/executing solutions, Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), with a proven ability to dynamically represent National Life Group in various communication channels, such as presentations at conferences, in committees, agency leadership meetings, Exceptional organization and self-management skills, including managing travel and business expenses, advocate for and example of teamwork, performance excellence, and continuous improvement, Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, Active presence and participation within industry organizations such as LIMRA, and the American College of Financial Services
Nice to Have
Master's degree preferred, Preferred industry designations include CLU®, ChFC®, and CFP®
What You'll Do.
Form partnerships with agencies ensuring mutually beneficial relationships with an emphasis on customer service
Lead a dedicated sales team to develop new and emerging business and achieve consistent growth in life and annuity sales
Grow and expand advisor sales though the broker dealer
Provide leadership for strategic initiatives and facilitate alignment between the Distribution Channel and corporate strategy
and other home office areas
Collaborate with Distribution leadership to explore innovative ideas to develop long-term strategic growth plans that strengthen our core markets and broadens our reach into new markets
Provide expertise and leadership to internal teams to influence product strategy
enhance customer service and marketing
and improve operational effectiveness
Identify and establish new distribution partnerships and grow and strengthen strategic relationships with existing National Life Groups distribution partners to develop and implement growth-oriented business goals
Partner with Internal Sales Associates and Key Account Representatives to develop new and emerging business and achieve consistent growth in life and annuity sales
Support the growth and expansion of advisor sales though the broker dealer
Review and supervise business activities related to the broker dealer
Equity Services and act as a Registered Principal for General Agencies within your respective region
advisors and agency marketers in product selection
and illustration fulfillment
both in person and virtual
business development and services offered by National Life Group as well as Equity Services
Onboard new relationships with National Life Group to quickly grow and develop business
Maintain an active understanding of the competitive landscape and current industry trends to create innovative solutions designed to meet customer needs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with Distribution leadership; Provide expertise and leadership to internal teams; Partner with Internal Sales Associates and Key Account Representatives; Advocate for and example of teamwork
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); Proven ability to dynamically represent National Life Group in various communication channels, such as presentations at conferences, in committees, agency leadership meetings
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