Work Location:
Charlotte, NC (hybrid), or Remote (U.S. only). We have a hybrid workplace model, which includes the option to work fully remote or occasionally in the office.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At Brighthouse Financial, we’re fostering a culture where diverse backgrounds and experiences are celebrated, and different ideas are heard and respected. We believe that by creating an inclusive workplace, we’re better able to attract and retain our talent, provide valuable solutions that meet the needs of our advisors and their clients, and deliver on our mission of helping more people achieve financial security.
How This Role Contributes to Brighthouse Financial:
The Internal Sales Associate will focus on supporting incoming calls from financial advisors around the nation regarding our annuity and life solutions, that can help clients protect what they have earned and ensure that it lasts. The purpose of each call will be to create a positive advisor experience that will enhance our relationships and further develop sales opportunities for our distribution teams.
Key Responsibilities:
• Continuously develop knowledge of Brighthouse Financial Annuity & Life product lines, systems, and processes
• Answer and document inbound calls, providing sales support and positioning to financial advisors for our solutions
• Help support submission of business by understanding licensing, training, firm, state, and application requirements
• Be able to identify advisor need on issues, research, and resolve requests. Involve other distribution business partners if needed to resolve issues and take accountability until complete
• Provide product illustrations, as well as utilize the marketing resources available to complement further advisor engagement
• Identify sales opportunities on incoming calls and refer to Internal Wholesaler
• Collaborate with manager and identify areas of development and personal growth
• Other duties as assigned
Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Excellent communication skills / interpersonal skills, coachable, energetic and a positive attitude
• Self-motivated, competitive and driven to reach goals in fast paced environment
• Ability to build and maintain business relationships, professional and an aptitude for sales
• Strong organization skills, adaptable and ability to multitask continuously
• If not fully licensed, will be expected to obtain the FINRA SIE, Series 6 or 7, and 63, and state Life Insurance license with variable line of authority in their resident state
Compensation and Benefits:
• Compensation: Base salary is $45,000.00. Once fully licensed, this individual becomes eligible for a competitive monthly variable sales incentive target based on sales results
• Flexible Work Environment: Work fully remote or occasionally in the office to better balance life’s demands
• Time Off: Minimum of 20 days of paid time off and 13 paid company holidays per full calendar year, plus paid volunteer time
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) savings plan with up to a 6% annual match and 3% annual company nondiscretionary contribution of eligible compensation, annual incentive plan, and employee stock purchase plan
• Family Focus: Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up care program, dependent care flexible spending account, and adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Health and Welfare: Competitive medical, vision and dental plans, plus tax-free health savings accounts with potential company contributions up to $1,000 per family
• Wellness Programs: Wellness incentive platform, employee assistance program, financial counseling services, fitness center discounts and more
• Life & Disability Benefits: Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability
Travel:
None
Number of Openings:
Multiple
Nearest Major Market: Charlotte
Job Segment: Equity, Sales Support, Distribution, Finance, Sales, Operations
