Internal Wholesaler, IMO Channel

Athene • West Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Join Athene as an Internal Wholesaler supporting our IMO channel, where you'll play a key role in driving annuity sales through strategic partnerships, proactive outreach, and expert product consultation. This is a high-impact role for a motivated sales professional looking to grow within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Requirements

• FINRA Series 6 license required within 12 months of hire date.
• Minimum 4 years of successful sales experience in the financial services industry.
• State insurance license required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Drive. Discipline. Confidence. Focus. Commitment.

Nice To Haves

• Strong preference for annuity product sales experience.
• experience with annuity illustration software preferred.
• Completion of or progress toward industry certifications (e.g., LIMRA, LOMA, CLU, RICP, ChFC) preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Relationship Managers to drive sales growth in assigned territories through prospecting, profiling, and relationship building with a primary focus being on outbound call activity.
• Maintain frequent contact with assigned IMOs, principals, marketers, and agents to strengthen engagement.
• Plan and lead webinars, conference calls, and virtual campaigns.
• Execute proactive call campaigns in coordination with Sales and Marketing teams.
• Provide expert consultation on Athene’s products, services, compensation structures, and regulatory guidelines.
• Develop and follow up on targeted email campaigns.
• Increase awareness and adoption of Athene annuity products through strategic outreach.
• Collaborate with Service Liaisons to resolve service issues and exceptions.
• Track and follow up on all sales leads.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level