Employee Benefits Sales Representative - Minnesota

Sun Life
Edina, Minnesota
Remote
Full-time

Job Description

Location : We support US flexible working arrangements in the contiguous 48 states, and for this position you must reside in Minnesota to be considered.

At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for our Clients. We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work.

Every day, you’ll be empowered and challenged by working with dynamic colleagues to find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America.

The Opportunity : As an Employee Benefit Sales Representative, you represent our brand in the market. You will solve our clients’ needs through consultative and solution based selling and build relationships with contacts in your territory to identify, develop and negotiate sales opportunities.

At Sun Life, you will sell our robust portfolio of employee benefits Dental, Life, Vision and Disability products that have a positive impact in people’s lives.

Further, as we increase our focus on the voluntary benefits market, you will have the ability to sell even more products in partnership with our Supplemental Health Practice Leads.

How you will contribute :

Sell employee benefits products through an established network of insurance brokers, third party administrators and consultants

Build and establish relationships with key sources to market our portfolio of products to some of the nation's top employers

Construct and maintain a business plan for your designated territory based on sales and strategic initiatives

Call on existing and potential customers to not only prospect new customers but also to develop a book of business

Meet and exceed seasonal targets and personal sales goals

Develop internal relationships, such as with underwriters, distribution specialists and internal support partners who will assist you in creating specialized plans to meet your clients’ needs

What you will bring with you :

Group benefit sales Industry experience

Currently licensed with your state required Life and Health agent license

A passion to succeed and test yourself while building a book of business

A winning attitude and interest in a career that offers professional growth, and high income potential

Drive, self-motivation, a consultative nature and be a great problem solver

Ability to work with a diverse range of people

Degree from a four-year college or university, or requisite work experience

Strong networking and relationship management skills

Excellent listening, presentation, negotiation and communication skills

Do you see yourself in this role even if you haven’t checked all the boxes above? We welcome all talented candidates and are committed to a culture that represents diversity in all forms.

If you think you might thrive in this setting, we would love to hear from you.

Not ready to apply yet but want to stay in touch? to stay connected until the time is right for you!

Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being mental, physical and financial including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more

Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account

A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture

Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S.

Named as a Top 10 employer by the Boston Globe's Top Places to Work two years running

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We consider various factors in determining actual pay including your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for sales incentive awards based on individual performance as well as a broad range of competitive benefits.

Sun Life Financial is a leading provider of group insurance benefits in the U.S., helping people protect what they love about their lives.

More than just a name, Sun Life symbolizes our brand promise of making life brighter -for our customers, partners, and communities.

Join our talented, diverse workforce and launch a rewarding career. Visit us at to learn more.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

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Our Affirmative Action Program affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Please email to request an accommodation.At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work.

Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

For applicants residing in California, please read our employee

Job Category : Sales - Direct

Sales - Direct

Posting End Date : 30 / 03 / 2024

30 / 03 / 2024

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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