Oversees the overall sales function for a unit of Advisors through guidance from the Managing Director. Collaborates with the office's leadership team to ensure Training & Development and Advisor Recruiting processes are followed and the appropriate tracking tools are effectively utilized. Attracts, evaluates, selects and trains new Advisor candidates into productive Advisors (to Honor Club level). Provides ongoing training/development for existing and more experienced Advisors.

Essential Job Functions:

• Recruit, train and develop a unit of productive Advisors by creating marketing/prospecting and sales strategies.
• Provides ongoing training for each reporting Advisor to include: Activity management, weekly skill-building, Trustworthy Selling coaching and Field Training (demonstration and case design)
• Actively participates in the Advisor Recruiting Process by providing Warm-Source candidates, participate in interviews and providing input into the Selection process.
• Ensures that only well-trained Advisors are representing the Company to our customers serving as a role model for Mutual of Omaha through leadership and by example, (i.e. participating in professional seminars/workshops, pursuing required professional credentials and industry designations, etc).
• Develops a professional sales force and assures Company needs for sales and succession planning are met by implementing effective Unit/Agency recruitment, selection, and retention strategies. Maintain a mentoring and career counseling relationship with contracted Advisors.
• Develop and maintain a professional representation of Mutual of Omaha in local community, insurance industry and professional associations; be active in local community and association activities.
• Develops and maintains effective professional relationships with Agency Sales Home Office and Field staff, Human Resources, Marketing, Compliance, Underwriting, Customer Service and other support areas to achieve revenue, sales, customer growth, and profit goals for the unit; facilitates the accurate identification and resolution of problems; and participates in and supports Company initiatives
• Support the Managing Director in the total management of the division office; remain focused on long-term objectives, make sound business decisions in support of Company goals, and comply with all Company policies, federal and state regulations and industry guidelines. Ensure that the assigned Advisors comply with state, federal, industry and corporate requirements.
• If working in a remote office (DSO), may act as Agency's point of contact for administrative and logistical functions related to that office.
• This position may require frequent standing or walking for extended periods of time.
• This position requires up to 66% travel, which may include flying and/or driving and some overnight stays.

Minimum Qualifications:

• In depth knowledge of the insurance industry practices and trends, current sales methodology, business and personnel

management principles and practices, multi-line insurance fundamentals, state and federal regulations * Proven sales skills and the ability to motivate others

• Current license or ability to become licensed with Mutual, United and any required Affiliate Company in the state(s) required for the agency
• Registration as an Investment Advisor Representative with a Series 65, Series 66 or qualifying professional designation (i.e., CFA, ChFC, CFP, CIC, PFS, etc.), or obtain the Series 65 or Series 66 within 90 days of entry into the position
• Ability to travel up to 66% (may include some overnight)
• A valid drivers license is a requirement for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Detailed product knowledge, with expertise in life, annuity, disability and critical illness insurance products
• Strong employee and agent recruiting, selection, training and retention skills
• Strong verbal/written communication, human relations and leadership skills
• Solid innovative/problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions
• Proficiency in applicable software and technology including Microsoft Office and Salesforce
• Ability to prepare and implement marketing and prospecting plans

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at 1-800-780-0304. We are available Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 4:30 pm CST.

For all other inquiries, contact our HR Helpline at 1-800-365-1405, option 4.

Mutual of Omaha and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran

To All Recruitment Agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Advertised: Feb 12, 2018 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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