Regional Vice President-Life Insurance
May 9, 2025 by AuguStar Life
Regional Vice President for the Upper Midwest territory is responsible for generating sales and growing AuguStar Life Insurance for assigned territories in person and virtually. Proactively marketing AuguStar Life Insurance products through the recruitment of new General Agents while building and retaining relationships with existing General Agents.
We are specifically looking for an RVP located in Upper Midwest, primarily Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Illinois.
Your role and impact
Here’s a glimpse of your responsibilities and the meaningful impact you’ll create as the Regional Vice President:
- Achieving life insurance sales in the Upper Midwest
- Recruit and maintain strong, long-term relationships working across all life distribution channels, including external IMO’s (Independent Marketing Organizations), BGA’s (Brokerage General Agencies), and agents/brokers as needed to deliver on objectives
- Provide product information and sales support, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the company’s offerings
- Prepare and deliver effective presentations to all distribution channels and their agent/ brokers both virtual and in-person showcasing the value and benefits of the company’s products and competitive positioning
- Address inquiries and concerns with attentiveness, professionalism and expertise
- Educate on the features, benefits, and performance of the company’s Life product portfolio
- Obtain and share knowledge on industry products, trends, and market conditions to provide informed recommendations to the company
- Create and implement a geographical sales strategy to meet or exceed sales targets and goals
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities to help expand the company’s business partnerships
- Ensure all sales activities and interactions adhere to industry regulations and company policies
What’s in it for you
- Competitive pay: Fair compensation for your hard work.
- Healthcare coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision from day one.
- Life insurance: Company-paid coverage for you and your loved ones.
- 401(k) plan: Matching contributions to help secure your financial future.
- Family support: Paid parental leave and reimbursement for adoption and surrogacy expenses.
- Work-life balance: Flexible time-off policy to recharge and pursue passions.
- Dress for your day: Express your style comfortably at work.
- Inclusion and Culture: A respectful environment that values unique contributions.
- Flexible work options: Remote, hybrid, and onsite opportunities at various locations across the U.S. for better work-life integration.
- Well-being focus: Programs to support a healthy balance between work and home life.
- Community connections: Build strong relationships through virtual and in-person interactions, with resources for your growth.
We’re passionate about fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply–your unique skills and experiences might make you the perfect fit for this role or another opportunity within our company.
Requirements
What sets you up for success
- A bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field or equivalent work experience
- Strong knowledge of Life Insurance, sales strategies, marketing techniques, and customer relationship management
- Sales management or agent recruiting experience; CLU, ChFC, LUTCF or equivalent industry designations
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask and meet deadlines, quarterly and annual sales expectations
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to earn business by a combination of phone, virtual and in-person selling techniques
- Familiarity with online marketing tools and analytics
- Ability to interpret sales data and make data-driven recommendations/decisions
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficiency in using Salesforce on a daily basis
- Goal oriented, go-getter and self motivated
- Candidate with established brokerage relationships preferred
