Join a great place to work! MissionSquare Retirement, a FINANCIAL SERVICES LEADER in public sector employee retirement products and services is seeking revenue and sales talent. Headquartered in Washington, DC, MissionSquare Retirement was founded to provide portable retirement benefits for city and county managers, enabling accumulated retirement assets to be transferred between employers. Today, MissionSquare Retirement serves more than 1.5 million participant accounts, and more than 9,000 retirement plans across the country. We have an extraordinary talent base and invite you to consider joining MissionSquare Retirement's Revenue & Sales Team.
The Retirement Plans Specialist is responsible for providing on-site service and education to assigned client base to expand current plan enrollment and participation, increase savings levels, retain current participant base, and enhance the investment knowledge of plan participants.
Requires residency in Western suburbs of Chicago.
Essential Functions for this role include: - Conduct one-on-one consultations on-site at employers, engaging participants and improving their outcomes in the areas of investment education, enrollment, savings rates, outside asset acquisition, and account level retention.
- Give group education presentations on a wide variety of financial and retirement education topics to a diverse group of constituencies
- Host Annual Plan Reviews with key decision makers of employer sponsored retirement plans with a focus on plan trends, investment, and participant education outcomes
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with key plan level decision makers including elected officials, board members, union representatives, and C-suite administrators
- Proactively schedule, organize and effectively market all daily activities and onsite client visits
- Exceed all assigned production, activity, and service-related goals
- Record all daily activity in contact management systems accurately
- Identify and refer new group or individual business opportunities to the appropriate manager
- Represent MissionSquare Retirement at benefit fairs, conferences, and other special events which promote building retirement security for public sector employees
If you have the following credentials, we encourage you to apply: - 3-5 years related experience in f inancial services sales strongly preferred. C ustomer service experience is helpful.
- Series 65 licensing required. FINRA Series 6 or 7, 63 helpful and may be required.
- Significant knowledge of retirement and investment products with an emphasis on deferred compensation defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Good understanding of specific plan provisions and legislative regulations
- Experience with IRAs, 401ks, 403b, 401a, or DB plans
- Demonstrated ability to effectively market and service a geographically diverse client base
- Direct sales experience desired with experience in closing the sale preferred. Ability to overcome objections and resistance during sales presentation necessary
- Strong communication, listening, interpersonal skills, and ability to follow directions necessary. Demonstrated ability to make effective group presentations
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer skills, including Windows, internet, email systems, Word, Excel and Power Point
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, task-oriented environment preferred
To benefit your career and support your wellbeing, we offer: - Competitive Total Rewards (compensation and benefits) package, including 401(k) Plan with matching contributions
- Varied incentive plans
- Flexible/Hybrid work schedules
- Wellness programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional and career development courses
- Mentoring programs
- Volunteerism program
MissionSquare is providing the base salary range for this position as is required under California law. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for sales incentive compensation, with any actual incentive based on performance. Actual base salary and sales incentive eligibility will be defined at time of offer and may consider such factors as education, experience, skill set, geographic location, and certification or licensing. Total Compensation: $100,000 per year.
As a company, MissionSquare Retirement is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create an environment that reflects the value and diversity of our employees and fosters respect among them. We believe that talent from diverse backgrounds will further enhance our ability, and mission, to serve those who serve their communities.
Licenses & Certifications
FINRA Series 65
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