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VP of National Accounts

Prosperity Life Group, Austin, TX, United States


Overview Posted Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 4:00 AM

About Us:

We’re a fast-growing, privately held insurance company on a path to becoming a leading U.S. retail platform. We believe every client and customer relationship holds the potential to become something great and the same is true for our people. As we grow, we’re redefining how great talent connects with meaningful work, enabling our ambitious strategy while building a culture of high performance, creativity, and partnership. If leading national financial institution relationships, driving enterprise-level growth strategies, and building high-performing teams across life insurance and annuities distribution excites you, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a Vice President of National Accounts responsible for the overall strategy, performance, and relationship management of national and large financial institution partners within our life insurance and annuities business.

This role provides executive leadership for National Accounts and serves as the senior point of accountability for client satisfaction, revenue growth, profitability, and long-term partnership development. The Vice President of National Accounts leads and develops National Account Managers, Directors, Business Relationship Managers, and an Event Coordinator, while partnering closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Product, Compliance, and executive leadership to deliver integrated, scalable solutions across the enterprise.

What You’ll Do National Account Strategy & Leadership

Establish and execute the national account strategy for large financial institutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise growth objectives and distribution priorities

Provide executive oversight and leadership for key national relationships, serving as a senior escalation point and trusted partner to institutional leadership

Drive revenue growth, retention, and profitability through disciplined account planning, performance management, and strategic expansion initiatives

Represent the organization at executive-level meetings, industry events, and strategic partner engagements

Key member of the Retail Executive Leadership Team who will work collaboratively to drive enterprise top line and bottom line results

Lead, coach, and develop Director Account Managers, Business Relationship Managers, and Event Coordinator(s) to ensure consistent execution and high performance

Set clear performance expectations, goals, and accountability metrics for the national accounts team

Foster a collaborative, client-focused culture that emphasizes proactive service, problem-solving, and relationship stewardship

Support talent development, succession planning, and hiring aligned with business growth needs

Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Product, Operations, and Distribution leadership to align national account strategies with broader business initiatives

Collaborate with Marketing and Events to ensure client-facing meetings, conferences, and engagements support relationship growth and brand standards

Support sales enablement initiatives and ensure national account strategies are effectively executed across regions and channels

Ensure consistent communication and alignment between national account teams and internal stakeholders

Client Relationship & Service Oversight

Ensure high levels of client satisfaction through proactive service models, issue resolution, and continuous improvement

Oversee service delivery across national accounts, ensuring responsiveness, consistency, and adherence to agreed-upon service standards

Anticipate client needs and market trends, translating insights into actionable strategies and solutions

Manage complex client issues and service remediation efforts with sound judgment and executive presence

Maintain awareness of regulatory, compliance, and operational considerations relevant to national accounts within a life insurance and annuities environment

Partner with Compliance, Legal, and Operations to ensure all activities, agreements, and communications align with internal policies and regulatory requirements

Support governance, reporting, and risk management processes related to national account relationships

Ensure disciplined execution of contracts, pricing arrangements, and performance commitments

What You’ll Bring

10+ years of experience in life insurance and/or annuities distribution, national accounts, or financial institution relationship management

Proven leadership experience managing senior-level account management and relationship teams

Strong background in wholesaling, key account management, or institutional sales leadership

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain executive-level client relationships

Experience driving revenue growth, retention, and profitability across complex financial institution partners

Excellent leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills

Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities

Ability to travel for business 60-70% of the time

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Strong analytical and reporting capabilities related to account performance and growth metrics

Experience working with CRM systems, sales reporting tools, and executive dashboards

Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights for leadership and clients

Core Competencies

Strategic Leadership: Develops and executes long-term national account strategies aligned with enterprise goals

Client Partnership: Builds trusted, executive-level relationships that drive long-term value

Business Acumen: Understands financial drivers, market dynamics, and institutional distribution models

Team Development: Leads, coaches, and develops high-performing teams

Communication & Influence: Communicates with clarity and confidence across all levels of the organization

Problem Solving & Judgment: Navigates complex issues with sound decision-making and accountability

What We Offer

A collaborative, inclusive environment that values authenticity, accountability, and partnership

The opportunity to join the company at an exciting stage of growth, where colleagues are empowered to build what’s next

A variable compensation package with a base range of $205,000 - $225,000 annually

A competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; an HSA and 401(k) company match; paid time off; and employer-paid life and disability insurance

Remote/hybrid work arrangement; relocation available to Austin, TX if interested.

At Prosperity, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. We will strive to provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process. We strive for a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you need an adjustment or accommodation due to a disability or medical condition during the hiring process, please let your recruiter know.

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