To be most successful in this role, you will be personable, detail-oriented and motivated by achieving and exceeding sales goals. Day to day you can expect to make proactive outbound sales calls, take inbound sales calls, participate in virtual meetings and occasional large and small group sales presentations all of which will result in increased sales in their respective territory. Other RSDs like this role because it allows them to work in a collaborative, team-based environment where they engage with clients and colleagues, and have meaningful career path.
Applicants must be willing to keep Eastern time zone (EST) business hours supporting advisors in the DC, Delaware, Maryland, N. Carolina and Virginia areas.
If located close to our Minneapolis Headquarters, hybrid flexibility is offered (three days in office). Remote work is considered for qualified candidates.
Key Responsibilities
Drive sales by developing, maintaining, and deepening relationships with new and existing financial advisors through proactive outbound calls.
Influence financial advisors' choices using a consultative sales process. Partner with Regional Vice President (RVP) to develop a business plan, manage a territory, and drive to regional goals and objectives. Answer and convert inbound calls from the territory into additional opportunities to drive sales. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external business partners.
Use a suite of tools; Encompass, BrentMark, etc., to create illustrations that support recommendations that come out of consultative sales conversations with financial advisors.
Complete required coursework in order to maintain compliance with state and federal regulations and licenses.
Prioritize and manage daily, weekly, and monthly workload. Effectively record sales activity and opportunities in order to maximize territory results.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
3 to 5 Years relevant experience
Series 6
Series 63/66
Resident State Insurance Licenses (Variable Health and Life - If licenses are lapsed candidate must be able to obtain within 90 days)
Extensive knowledge of insurance products
Experience in the financial industry preferably in sales and/or wholesaling
Ability to work in a team and sales/results-oriented environment
Effective presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
About Our Company
We're a diversified financial services leader with more than $1 trillion in assets under management and administration as of 2022. Our team of 20,000 people in more than 20 countries, advise and manage assets and income of more than 2 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses - Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.
Base Pay Salary
Base Salary Range The estimated base salary for this role is $50,000 / year + variable commission target. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurances. Closing Date: 04/25/2025Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.
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