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Sr Sales Advocate

Pacific Life, Newport Beach, California, us, 92659

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Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead — our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It's a big ask, but it's one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate — pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it's a career with purpose. It's a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future — including your own.

We're actively seeking a talented Sr. Sales Advocate to join our Executive Benefits/COLI team in Newport Beach, CA.

As a Sr. Sales Advocate you'll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by serving as a critical partner to the Executive Benefits Sales Team, providing comprehensive internal and external support throughout the life insurance sales process, from initial conversations and case submission through underwriting and premium placement. You will collaborate closely with Financial Professionals, their staff, TPAs, Underwriting, and New Business teams to ensure seamless execution and an exceptional service experience. You will be a new role that sits on a team of four people in the Consumer Markets division.

How you’ll help move us forward: Case Management & Process Oversight

Manage active case inventory, track progress, and ensure timely follow-up

Oversee document submission, ensuring completeness and accuracy

Provide consistent status updates and reporting

Generate comprehensive reports with actionable insights

Cross-Functional Coordination

Partner with the New Business team to gather enrollment materials and applications

Facilitate smooth case submission and policy issuance upon underwriting approval

Work directly with Underwriting (guaranteed issue and traditional) to clarify requirements and resolve concerns

Coordinate expectations across Financial Professionals, TPAs, and internal teams

Advocacy & Service Excellence

Advocate for Financial Professionals using consultative negotiation skills

Manage escalations and identify creative, win-win solutions

Deliver concierge-level service and conduct training on new business and underwriting processes

Build strong, lasting relationships through proactive communication

Operational Excellence

Assist with licensing and appointment verification

Identify and recommend process improvements

Support special projects that drive Executive Benefits sales growth

Participate actively in team collaboration and strategy discussions

The experience you bring:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

5+ years of life insurance industry experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

What makes you stand out:

Strong knowledge of guaranteed issue and traditional underwriting

Understanding of the life insurance new business process

Experience in the Executive Benefits marketplace

Product knowledge in COLI and non-COLI solutions

Detail-oriented self-starter with a growth mindset

Adaptable and comfortable managing change

Thrives in a collaborative, high-performing team environment

Benefits start Day 1.

Benefits

Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

Generous paid time off options including Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

Your wellbeing is important. We're committed to providing flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we've got you covered.

Base Pay Range $93,600.00 - $114,400.00

The base pay range noted represents the company's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

People come first here. We're committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at www.pacificlife.com. What's life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife.

You can be who you are.

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.

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