Internal Sales Specialist

atheneΒ· Athene Employee Services, LLC
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πŸ“ West Des Moines, IowaFull time
Full timeAthene Employee Services, LLC

About this role

We are driven to do more. More for our customers and the financial professionals who offer our products. If you are driven to do more and love the challenge of pursuing more, Athene is your kind of company. You will find we offer more than the basics to create an inclusive and dynamic work environment at our various locations.

Purpose:

Join Athene as an Internal Sales Specialist, where you'll serve as a trusted resource for financial professionals by providing product expertise, sales support, and responsive service that helps grow our annuity business. You'll play an important role in delivering a seamless advisor experience while partnering closely with Internal Wholesalers and cross-functional teams to drive sales opportunities and strengthen distributor relationships.

Accountabilities:

  • Provide exceptional phone support to financial professionals by answering product, sales, and service inquiries while delivering a high-quality customer experience.

  • Generate accurate annuity product illustrations, fulfill marketing material requests, and support advisors with product education and sales solutions.

  • Partner with Internal Wholesalers, Service Liaisons, and business partners to resolve service issues, identify sales opportunities, and ensure timely follow-up.

  • Maintain strong knowledge of Athene products, industry trends, and technology tools while leveraging CRM systems, AI-enabled resources, and digital tools to improve efficiency and advisor support.

  • Contribute to a collaborative, high-performance sales culture by demonstrating adaptability, critical thinking, continuous learning, and a bias for action.


Qualifications and Experience:

  • 1+ years of financial services sales experienceΒ or relevant professional experience, preferred.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain financial products, processes, and concepts to a diverse advisor base while building trusted relationships.

  • Experience using Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with annuity illustration software, CRM platforms, and AI-enabled productivity tools preferred.

  • Demonstrated organization, problem-solving, adaptability, and customer-focused mindset in a fast-paced environment.

  • Progress toward or completion of industry education or certifications (such as LIMRA or LOMA) preferred.

  • Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent work or military experience will also be considered.

Drive. Discipline. Confidence. Focus. Commitment.Β  Learn more about working at Athene.

Athene is a Military Friendly Employer!Β  Learn more about how we support our Veterans.

Athene is committed to inclusion and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Β  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Internal Sales Specialist position at athene?
The salary for this Internal Sales Specialist role at athene is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Internal Sales Specialist position at athene located?
This Internal Sales Specialist role at athene is based in West Des Moines, Iowa. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Internal Sales Specialist role at athene full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Internal Sales Specialist role in the Athene Employee Services, LLC department at athene.
Which team or department does the Internal Sales Specialist at athene belong to?
This Internal Sales Specialist position is part of the Athene Employee Services, LLC department at athene. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Internal Sales Specialist position at athene?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to athene's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Internal Sales Specialist job at athene posted?
This Internal Sales Specialist position at athene was posted on Aug 20, 2026. Apply as soon as possible β€” early applications are often reviewed first.
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