[Remote] National Director, Consultant Relations Job Details | Lincoln Financial

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Lincoln Financial is a leading financial services company that helps people plan for their future. They are seeking a National Director, Consultant Relations to serve as the primary liaison to strategic advisor and consultant firms, responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to achieve sales and retention goals.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain a strong understanding of Lincoln Financial Group (LFG) products, services and operational structure to enhance ability to identify and target sales growth opportunitiesDevelop business on behalf of the LFG in a manner that supports a positive company image, in compliance with all required rules and regulations and ethical in all considerationsBuild and maintain strong business relationships with key sales clients to meet or exceed established sales goals, quotas, targets, or objectivesCollaborate with internal stakeholders to propose placement of additional Lincoln products in existing client book of businessProactive outreach to potential customers from internal leads or generated by marketing activityServe as a resource to internal and external parties while developing and maintaining collaborative relationships to achieve sales objectivesCapture and maintain sales call data in appropriate systems and/or completes sales reportsDevelop a multifaceted understanding of the advisor firms you cover and alignment with Lincoln’s value proposition to achieve sales and retention goalsSupport growth in all segments of Lincoln's products/service offerings to maximize and capitalize on the opportunities to grow Lincoln’s scope of business with the firms you coverEnsure any potential conflicts regarding Lincoln's products/services are resolvedMaintain knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends, assess the impact, and collaborate with management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future solutionsSkills5 -7+ Years' of relevant experience in consultant relations or national account management within retirement plans, aligned with the responsibilities of the role4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's)Demonstrates advanced relationship management skills with internal clients (e.g. management, peers and colleagues) and external clients; proven ability to develop creative and collaborative approachesConfident, comfortable communicator with strong written and verbal communication skillsStrong presentation skills with demonstrated ability to influence at all levels of management through clear, informed and logical discussions/presentationsFINRA S6, S63 and LH & VA licenses obtained within 90 days of hireAbility to travel domestically, up to 50%BenefitsClearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributesLeadership development and virtual training opportunitiesPTO/parental leaveCompetitive 401K and employee benefitsFree financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance programTuition assistance programWork arrangements that work for youEffective productivity/technology tools and trainingAnnual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individualOther rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits packageCompany OverviewLincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. It was founded in 1905, and is headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.lincolnfinancial.com/.