ICMA Retirement Corporation

Retirement Plans Specialist

ICMA Retirement Corporation$84K — $127K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Colorado, US
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of financial services sales experience preferred
  • Series 65 licensing required
  • In-depth knowledge of retirement and investment products
  • Experience with multiple retirement plan types (IRAs, 401(k), 403(b), DB plans)
  • Ability to market and service a diverse client base
  • Direct sales experience, especially closing skills desired
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct one-on-one consultations on-site with clients
  • Deliver group education presentations on financial topics
  • Host Annual Plan Reviews with employer decision makers
  • Build relationships with key stakeholders in retirement plans
  • Schedule and market client visits proactively
  • Exceed production and service-related goals
  • Record daily activities accurately in management systems
  • Represent the organization at benefit fairs and conferences.

Benefits

  • Competitive Total Rewards package, including pay and benefits
  • Flexible and hybrid work schedules
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education
  • Professional development opportunities, including certifications
  • Comprehensive wellness programs
  • Volunteerism initiatives for community engagement
Full Job Description
$84,880.00 - $127,330.00

Ideal candidate geographic location is Greater Denver, CO metropolitan area

The Retirement Plans Specialist will be responsible for providing on-site service and education to assigned client base to expand current plan enrollment and participation, increase savings levels, retain current participant base, and enhance the investment knowledge of plan participants.

Essential Functions for this role include:
  • Conduct one-on-one consultations on-site at employers, engaging participants and improving their outcomes in the areas of investment education, enrollment, savings rates, outside asset acquisition, and account level retention.
  • Give group education presentations on a wide variety of financial and retirement education topics to a diverse group of constituencies
  • Host Annual Plan Reviews with key decision makers of employer sponsored retirement plans with a focus on plan trends, investment, and participant education outcomes
  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with key plan level decision makers including elected officials, board members, union representatives, and C-suite administrators
  • Proactively schedule, organize and effectively market all daily activities and onsite client visits
  • Exceed all assigned production, activity, and service-related goals
  • Record all daily activity in contact management systems accurately
  • Identify and refer new group or individual business opportunities to the appropriate manager
  • Represent MissionSquare at benefit fairs, conferences, and other special events which promote building retirement security for public sector employees
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


If you have the following credentials, we encourage you to apply:
  • 3-5 years related experience in financial services sales strongly preferred. Customer service experience is helpful.
  • Series 65 licensing required.
  • Significant knowledge of retirement and investment products with an emphasis on deferred compensation defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Good understanding of specific plan provisions and legislative regulations
  • Experience with IRAs, 401ks, 403b, 401a, or DB plans
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively market and service a geographically diverse client base
  • Direct sales experience desired with experience in closing the sale preferred. Ability to overcome objections and resistance during sales presentation necessary
  • Strong communication, listening, interpersonal skills, and ability to follow directions necessary. Demonstrated ability to make effective group presentations
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
  • Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer skills, including Windows, internet, email systems, Word, Excel and Power Point
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, task-oriented environment preferred
  • Spanish bilingual preferred.


To benefit your career and support your wellbeing, we offer:
  • Competitive Total Rewards package, including base pay, incentive programs, benefits, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Flexible and hybrid work schedules to support work-life balance
  • Tuition reimbursement to support continued education
  • Professional and career development opportunities, including courses and certifications
  • Comprehensive wellness programs promoting physical, mental, and emotional health
  • Volunteerism initiatives to encourage community engagement


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About ICMA Retirement Corporation

ICMA Retirement Corporation is a non-profit financial services corporation that provides retirement plans and related services for local government employees in the United States. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. ICMA Retirement Corporation offers a range of retirement plans, including 401(k) and 457 plans, as well as investment advisory services and educational resources to help employees plan for retirement. The company is committed to helping public sector employees achieve financial security in retirement.
Learn more about ICMA Retirement Corporation
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
Founded
1972
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$1 billion

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