Senior Account Executive - National Accounts

MetLife • Seattle, WA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The National Accounts Account Executive manages, grows, and retains a portfolio of large, complex employer clients with 5,000 or more lives within MetLife’s Group Benefits team. As the primary relationship owner, the role leads overall account strategy, delivers integrated benefits solutions, and drives profitable growth. The position operates in a highly matrixed environment, partnering across sales, underwriting, service, and product teams. It is based in Bellevue, Washington, with a hybrid work arrangement and 25% travel required.

Requirements

• 10 or more years of experience in employee benefits, insurance, or a related field.
• Deep knowledge of Group Benefits products, services, and industry practices.
• Demonstrated ability to sell, negotiate, and close complex business deals; manage large, complex client relationships; and deliver strong client outcomes.
• Expert knowledge of supported products, markets, and associated regulations.
• Strong customer focus and communication skills, with the ability to build and manage effective relationships.
• Obtain the required Life and Accident & Health state licenses within the first 3 months of employment and the Property & Casualty license within the first 6 months.
• Obtain FINRA Series 6 and 63 within the first 12 months of employment.
• Bachelor’s degree at minimum.

Nice To Haves

• Prior knowledge of FINRA-related designations.
• Successful track record in sales and customer relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts and build client relationships.
• Drive growth and sales execution through strategic account planning.
• Manage broker and consultant relationships.
• Manage financial matters and assess risk.
• Demonstrate cross-functional leadership.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health plan including medical and prescription drug coverage.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• No-cost short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Legal services.
• Retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Group discounts on voluntary insurance products, including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Volunteer time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Incentive compensation may be available under the sales plan, subject to applicable plan terms.

What This Job Offers

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