FVP National Sales | Hybrid

FVP National Sales | Hybrid – Allianz Life

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. This role is part of the ALFS leadership team and will lead the national external sales force of approximately 85 representatives, overseeing five District Directors, each managing 14‑16 external wholesalers.

• Lead and manage the national external sales force to achieve and exceed annual sales, revenue, and growth targets, including direct oversight of District Directors.
• Develop and coach sales talent, set performance expectations, and cultivate a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with key distribution partners, advisory firms, and strategic accounts.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross‑functional teams to align sales strategies with broader business objectives and efficiently manage department budget.
• Analyze sales trends and data to identify growth opportunities and performance gaps, using insights to inform strategy and execution.
• Utilize artificial intelligence tools and resources (e.g., generative AI).

• 10+ years of experience in external sales leadership within financial services or asset management.
• Demonstrated success leading large field sales teams and delivering strong business results.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain influential relationships with advisors and partner firms.
• Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills.
• Deep knowledge of financial products, distribution channels, and industry trends.
• Four‑year degree required; MBA or related advanced degree preferred.
• FINRA Licenses Series 7, 63, 24.
• Domestic/international travel upwards of 50%.
• You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes holders of H‑1B, H4, L‑1, L‑2, TN, OPT, CPT, and other non‑immigrant visas.
• Position will be based in Minneapolis.

• Achievement of annual gross sales and net flow targets.
• Year‑over‑year growth in advisor engagement and product adoption.
• District and territory sales team productivity (e.g., sales per wholesaler).
• Retention and development of high‑performing sales talent.
• Budget adherence and return on investment for sales‑related spend.
• External partner satisfaction and expansion of strategic relationships.
• Contribution to firm‑wide revenue growth and market share.

Job posting range: $ – $. This range is exclusive of company benefits or other compensation. In addition to base salary, a portion of your total compensation is based on variable compensation. Actual variable compensation earned is driven by assigned territory and individual sales performance.

At Allianz Life, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the True Balance of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending and health savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan retirement program, generous annual paid leave, an outstanding 401(k) company match, and life insurance. Employees also enjoy an award‑winning campus with discounted amenities such as an onsite health center, child development center, fitness facility, convenience store, and two cafeterias.

Our culture is inclusive, caring, and fair, and our Employee Resource Groups contribute to a welcoming environment. We welcome applications regardless of race, ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations.