Internal (Inbound) Sales Consultant - ALFS - Minneapolis

Job description

Minneapolis, Minnesota
FunctionalArea

Sales
ContractType

Full Time
HierarchyLevel

Professional
Posting

55720872
JobID

C2EBDE1DCF021ED8A9ABC45C1A1D0A4B
JOB PURPOSE/ROLE

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales Consulting:
1) Utilizes thorough knowledge of Allianz variable and fixed indexed products to turn each advisor contact into an opportunity to gain commitment.
2) Probes to identify the advisors client situation, consults and recommends which type of annuity would be suitable to solve the clients need.
3) This individual would be knowledgable in not only Allianz products, but also the competition.
4) Utilizes existing marketing materials and tools to promote Allianz products.
5) Meets and exceeds key performance benchmarks with an emphasis on career development to attain the position of an Internal Retirement Consultant II.
6) Utilizes databases and other data collection methods to track advisor production levels on current and proposed sales activity including advisor feedback and comments.
7) Once proficient in role, begins to make outbound calls to create long-term future sales opportunities.
8) Exhibits decision making through identifying advisors having the potential of doing more business with Allianz.
9) Exhibits initiative to grow the relationship and production status from identified advisors.

Interaction with Division & Enterprise:
1) Generates and communicates advisor activity and pertinent information to Internal & Retirement Consultants and the approriate Sales Desk Supervisor.
2) Communicates industry trends and competitor information to peers, Internal Retirement Consultants and Management Team.
3) Communicates field reaction to product rollout marketing strategy and existing product marketing efforts.
4) Attends training meetings. Attends weekly distribution meetings.
KEY REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Experience:
- 0-1 years experience required
- 2-3 years experience preferred: prior sales experience required.

Education:
- High School diploma required
- Four year degree preferred

Licenses/Certifications/Other:
FINRA Series 6, 63 and MN Life Insurance license or willing to obtain in 90 days
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

- Ability to attend evening business functions
- Ability to work during hours of 7am - 6pm CST.
- Comfortable with talking on the phone as their primary activity.

At Allianz, we foster a workplace where every person feels welcome, connected, and valued.
REFERENCE CODE:

AZL-55720871-2


Allianz is the home for those who dare – a supportive place where you can take the initiative to grow and to actively strengthen our global leadership position. By truly caring about people – both its 88 million private and corporate customers and more than 140,000 employees – Allianz fosters a culture where its employees are empowered to collaborate, perform, embrace trends and challenge the industry. Our main ambition is to be our customers’ trusted partner, instilling them with the confidence to grow. If you dare, join us at Allianz Group.

Allianz is an equal opportunity employer. Everybody is welcome, regardless of other characteristics such as gender, age, origin, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.


Retiring with financial security. Living life with confidence. At Allianz Life®, every employee knows these are the things that matter. To do what matters means giving employees the tools and opportunities they need to create innovative, industry-leading products, to discover and embrace new trends, and to strengthen the customer experience. As a company, it means creating a culture that is inclusive, where doing the right thing comes naturally, and promoting an environment that develops talent, seeks excellence, encourages smart risks, and recognizes and rewards people for their performance. Doing what matters for employees helps everyone focus on doing what matters most for our customers. Allianz Life. What you do here matters.


Why Allianz Life®? Because we hire people who are dedicated to doing what matters and we give you the quality training, support, and advancement opportunities you need to succeed. As a company known for its financial strength, we offer generous benefits, have a strong commitment to community involvement, a collaborative culture, and a unique level of energy. The result is engaged and more productive employees. From the very first day you join our team, you will know that your contributions are valued. We practice True Balance at our campus by providing a fun work environment, an on-site child development center, a fully staffed fitness center, and a variety of meal options in both our full-service cafe and bistro. And all medical, dental, and retirement benefits are effective the first day you join Allianz Life, so you can focus on what truly matters.

An equal opportunity employer.