Insurance Account Executive Jobs in Connecticut

Job Title: Annuities Internal Wholesaler Licensed Reps Company: Prudential Financial Location: Shelton, CT Description: If you're ready to be part of one of the most respected and successful Sales teams in the insurance industry, you're ready for Prudential Financial! Our Annuities business is booming, which has created outstanding positions for customer-focused go-getters with a passion for driving results. Prudential Financial is a global leader in the financial services industry, ranked in Business Week's Top 50 Performing Companies, DiversityInc's top employers for minorities, and Working Mother's best places to work. As a business leader, we're focused on shaping the future. As an employer, we're focused on helping our team members shape exceptional Sales careers. Description & Requirements: Successfule Internal Wholesale candidates for the National Sales Desk in Shelton, CT will: * Develop new business within the territory by calling identified reps and providing sales and marketing information* Maintain contact with reps and keep them up to date on products* Offer information, ideas and other material required in completing sales* Stay informed of business trends in the industry in order to be proactive in providing sales solutions* Work closely with External wholesalers, Marketing, Compliance, and Sales Management* Build relationships with Financial Professionals within Sales territory* Demonstrate Territory Management skills and have the ability to organize multiple priorities* Solid understanding of a business-to-business sales model* Strong self motivators * Maintain open communication with Wholesaler* Participate in an attractive compensation plan* Possess in-depth understanding of annuities industry and key competitors in the marketplaceAdditional Skills Required:* 2 - 4 years of Sales experience, preferably in financial services* Action oriented - dynamic self-starter with entrepreneurial spirit and drive.* Ability to 'sell' the product* Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent work experience* Demonstrated knowledge of more complex annuity and industry-related concepts* Excellent telephone communication skills* Strong teamwork orientation* Strong customer focus* NASD Series 6 & 63 (preferred)* State Insurance license (preferred)Skills Developed:* NASD registration Series 6 and 63 obtained in specified timeframe* Resident state insurance license obtained in specified timeframe* Extensive Product knowledgeAny applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to an extensive background screening and a credit check. Failure to comply will eliminate an applicant from consideration for this position. Any negative information obtained as a result of the background screening may result in the disqualification of the applicant from this and any other position in Prudential, including their current position if they are an internal applicant.Prudential is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce.