What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President position at Symetra?
Symetra has an exciting opportunity for an annuity wholesaler to join our Independent Channel Retirement Sales team as a Regional Vice President , based in Oklahoma or Louisiana!
About the role
As a Regional Vice President, you will promote the sale of Symetra‘s fixed annuities, fixed indexed annuities, and registered indexed linked annuities to approved professionals in the Independent channel. The candidate must reside within the territory which covers OK, LA, AR and MS.
What you will do
- Work closely with divisional manager to develop appropriate business plan to maximize regions sales and meet business objectives.
- Identify and develop new financial professionals while strengthening relationships with existing financial professionals within the territory.
- Work with bank financial consultants, Independent Planners, wire houses, and broker / dealers to increase the sale of fixed, fixed index, index-linked annuities, and income annuities.
- Build and maintain producer relationships to keep them informed of market and product changes and enhancements.
- Increase sales through field activity, in person contact and virtual meetings.
- Provide sales ideas and client solutions. Work in conjunction with Internal Wholesalers to identify producer needs, develop an extensive and productive travel schedule, and build a results-focused strategy for implementation. Conduct product and sales training through individual and group training sessions, seminars, workshops and meetings.
- Strategically plan and manage deployment of resources for the territory through marketing and sales initiatives, and budgeting & expense responsibilities.
- Work in conjunction with Internal Wholesaler to identify and foster leads generated from referrals.
- Maintain a high level of professional conduct ensuring that all FINRA, SEC, Department of Insurance and Symetra compliance and firm policies are adhered to.
Why work at Symetra
If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don‘t want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work.” Cris H. - AVP Internal Sales, Training and Development
Symetra is inclusive of all employees regardless of their personal differences.” Darrell J. - Actuary III
Symetra values learning. Symetra has so many resources - whether that is the Student of the Business courses, sponsorship of professional certifications, or just individual employees being so willing to teach and answer questions.” Felicia D. - Financial Reporting Lead Senior Analyst
What we offer you
Compensation
Base salary : $60,000 plus eligibility for incentive compensation
Who you are
We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we’re building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers.
We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.
Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom
Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we’re guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they’re buying, and we design products—and operate our company—to stand the test of time. We’re committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
For more information about our careers visit : https : / / symetra.eightfold.ai / careers
Work Authorization
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.
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Salary : $60,000
