RIA External Consultant

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• Works closely with the VP, RIA Sales to develop an appropriate business plan to maximize territorial sales.
• Conducts product and sales training through individual and group training sessions, seminars, workshops, and branch meetings.
• Strategically plans and manages the deployment of resources to maximize territory sales while being responsible for budget and expenses.
• Works in conjunction with an Internal Wholesaler to identify and foster leads generated from referrals, campaigns, and territory canvassing, and meeting follow-up.
• Utilizes Jackson databases to create and maintain adviser profiles and data on sales activity.
• Utilizes CRM system to communicate effectively with internal partners.
• Operates in a “hybrid” wholesaling capacity which entails spending up to 25% of time in the field, running “video” virtual meetings, and engaging with Advisors through traditional avenues such as telephone, email, and virtual meetings.

• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.

• Strong ability to work independently and to communicate clearly and concisely. Ability to create and deliver effective presentations to current and prospective advisers.
• Thorough knowledge of sales and marketing principles and practices. Expected to maintain knowledge of existing Jackson products, new or enhanced Jackson products, Jackson Marketing Campaigns, and Jackson’s RIA Platform capabilities
• Ability to identify and position Jackson products and services, utilizing financial planning tools and platforms commonly used by independent RIAs.
• Proven ability to grow a territory as measured by sales, active adviser count, and persistency of business.
• Strong aptitude for technology, including software applications, e-mail, and database management from remote locations.
• Excellent prospecting skills.
• Meet activity requirements.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 3+ years of sales experience in investments, mutual funds, insurance, or annuities required. 5+ years of experience preferred.
• Prior annuity or investment external wholesaling experience preferred.
• FINRA SIE, FINRA Series 6 or 7, FINRA Series 63, State Insurance License required.
• Additional registrations as necessary due to changes in regulatory requirements .
• Possesses or is actively pursuing industry designations or advanced degree (CFA, CFP, CIMA, etc.) preferred.

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