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Ameriprise Financial National Sales Associate (Annuities) (R23_0000001629) in Minneapolis, Minnesota

At RiverSource, we take pride in providing a personalized experience every step of the way. If you are looking for a team-oriented environment where you can form lasting relationships and have a positive impact on our client's goals and retirement, we invite you to apply to join our team. Annuity National Sales Associates promote RiverSource annuity products with Ameriprise Financial advisors via an inbound phone queue and proactive outbound calls. Using discretion and judgment, through a quality sales call conversation, consultants will match annuity product solutions to client's needs and goals. This position will be following our hybrid schedule in our Minneapolis, MN or Charlotte, NC offices. Remote work is considered for qualified candidates. Key Responsibilities Wholesale RiverSource annuity products through inbound calls from advisors. Demonstrate an understanding of RiverSource's product portfolio features and benefits and, using the Quality Sales Call (QSC), generate sales leads by matching solutions provided by RiverSource products to client needs. Assist advisors with product features and benefits, proposals, competitive analysis and product positioning, and sales strategies. Assist advisors with resolution of issues and ongoing case management. Maintain and leverage a deep understanding of all annuity products, solutions, and rules, including specific rules of engagement for distributors. Make proactive telephone calls with RSD/RVP partner territory. Prioritize and manage inbound and outbound calls. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external business partners. Use software, including proprietary programs, to research, log activity, and run hypothetical scenarios. Research and communicate industry changes and trends that may impact company or product positioning. Complete required coursework in order to maintain compliance with state and federal regulations and licensing. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent Series 6/Series 7 and Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) 1-3 years' experience in financial services industry, financial sales, or financial wholesaling Ability to work on a team and in a sales/results-oriented environment Ability to build strong relationships Excellent communication and influencing skills Effective presentation skills Preferred Qualifications State securities agent registrations (S63 or S66) and State Life and Health Insurance license, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire Sales experience, preferably in financial industry Knowledge of annuity products High energy

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