Regional Account Executive II - Ohio Valley Territory

The Hartford • Cincinnati, OH

9d • $60,000 - $60,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. Our Group Benefits department is seeking a highly skilled Regional Account Executive II for our Ohio Valley territory. The Hartford’s Group Benefits segment is a market leader in life and disability insurance and an expanding suite of voluntary products and services, providing businesses with the employee benefits solutions necessary to attract and retain top talent. The Hartford sets the standard for helping individuals reclaim their lives in the face of disability or personal crisis.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of sales experience in Group Benefits Industry preferred and a proven sales ability to maintain and develop strategic business relationships with Producers/Brokers.
• Demonstrates excellent working relationships with all business associates, including producers, internal & external customers, underwriting and service center staff.
• As a condition of your employment, you must obtain and maintain the Group Life & Health license.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Group Life and Disability Benefits market; ability to differentiate between competitors’ offerings.
• Financial Acumen and general understanding of underwriting methodology preferred.
• Exceptional sales management & negotiation skills.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, customer service orientation & time management skills.
• Demonstrates a continuing commitment to personal development (ex: enrollment/participation in industry associations, local agent round tables and relevant industry designations).
• Technology proficiency (MS Office, Sales Force etc.)

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop strategic business relationships with key producers in an assigned territory to meet or exceed the financial objectives of the territory with an emphasis on Employer Groups of 100 to 5000 lives.
• The talented individual will be accountable for Sales, Profitability and Net Book Growth.
• Must possess strong knowledge of industry practices, market conditions and competitor information to position The Hartford to maximize business development that aligns Hartford strategies and support (tools, initiatives, resources) to continually increase market share.
• Required to build actionable sales plans that align with Group Benefits financial objectives for growth, retention and profit.
• Utilize data tools to monitor plan results, communicate, and implement actions.
• Maintains sales administration responsibilities through timely reporting, expense management etc.
• Extensive travel (50-70%) required in assigned territory.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees