401(k) and Benefits Sales Consultant

Sequoia Benefits, LLC (www.sequoia.com) seeks to hire an ambitious 401(k) and Benefits Sales Consultant who is committed to attracting new clients while ensuring overall client satisfaction. Key responsibilities include adding about three new clients per month while designing, communicating and servicing employee benefits and 401(k) programs for clients. New clients are obtained through referrals, centers of influence and established strategic partners. Day-to-day activities include conducting initial sales meetings, presenting market analysis, driving and managing the client decision making process, conducting enrollment meetings, and providing ongoing service.

QUALIFICATIONS

3+ years of successful sales experience in outside sales, business to business sales or business development.
An individual of high integrity with good judgment skills & who is committed to doing what is right for the clients.
Ability to communicate and interface effectively with CEOs, CFOs and HR Professionals.
The drive to succeed and possess a professional track record of high achievement.
Highly effective oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships.
Must be resourceful, responsive, team focused and dedicated to providing exceptional client service.
Broad understanding of employee benefits including plan design, renewal process, and strong customer service experience is preferred. Success with selling payroll or HR systems (ADP, Paychex, Ceridian, HRIS) or selling insurance & financial services (P&C, Northwestern Mutual, NY Life) is a plus. Industry-specific training will be provided.
Bachelor’s degree required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Sequoia Benefits provides competitive compensation including base salary, commissions, objective based bonus program and benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, disability, life insurance, 401(k) matching and profit sharing programs.

SEQUOIA BENEFITS, LLC

Sequoia Benefits is a full-service employee benefits brokerage and consulting firm specializing in the design, implementation, communication, and management of benefits programs. Our mission is to create value for employers by providing services that represent their benefits philosophies and financial objectives. We achieve this by building relationships based on long-term loyalty and trust, which has helped us to maintain a 97+% client retention rate. Sequoia Benefits is in the top 1% of employee benefit brokers in CA.

For immediate consideration please e-mail your resume to recruiter@sequoia.com or fax to 650.369.0201. Please use the title “401K and Benefits Sales Consultant” in the subject line.

Sequoia Benefits, LLC is an equal opportunity employer located in San Mateo, CA.