Sales Support Associate

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For over 50 years, AmeriLife has been a leader in the development, marketing and distribution of annuity, life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement.

Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents, marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

Job Summary

Produces qualified illustrations and provides presale support to meet producer objectives in a timely manner.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

• Provide product and carrier information to the producer groups as well as internal staff.
• Maintain detailed product and financial knowledge on all carriers.
• Develop a working knowledge of important software packages (internal and carrier)
• Run appropriate illustrations based on knowledge of the competitive life insurance environment
• Provide producers with illustrations and other marketing materials they may need
• Proactively follow-up on all presale activity
• Document requested illustrations for sales follow-up utilizing a CRM system
• Participate in educational development to gain an understanding of the competitive market, product, and industry trends via internal and carrier training9. Maintain departmental illustration workflows and SLA's on phone and illustration turnaround time

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Effective interpersonal and written communication skills
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously
• Capable of working independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to work in a self-directed fashion
• Experience with PCs in a Windows environment8. Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications such as Microsoft Office software products
• Ability to analyze problems and develop solutions
• Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education, training and work-related experience
• Excellent telephone etiquette skills
• Ability to display maturity, competitiveness, and a good work ethic

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Insurance industry, product and sales processes