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More for our customers and the financial professionals who offer our products. If you are driven to do more and love the challenge of pursuing more, Athene is your kind of company. You will find we offer more than the basics to create an inclusive and dynamic work environment at our various locations.\nPurpose:\nResponsible for managing the operational relationships between Athene and the back offices of our Key Distribution Partners (KDPs), which include Banks, Broker/Dealers, and Wirehouses. The candidate will collaborate closely with internal teams to deliver proactive operational support, fostering strong partnerships.The ideal candidate will exhibit accountability, teamwork, excellent relationship-building skills, creative solutioning, and a strong drive for excellence.\nAccountabilities:\nActs as the KDPs primary point of contact for operational escalations, technology needs, and initiatives.\nCollaborates closely with internal teams to provide proactive operational support and fosters strong partnerships.\nDevelops and maintains relationships with KDPs and key stakeholders in the annuity industry.\nEnsures efficient and effective communication between internal teams and KDPs.\nIdentifies and drives opportunities to enhance operational processes, technology capabilities and improve service delivery.\nMonitors and analyzes trends to inform strategic decision-making and operational improvements. Includes industry benchmarking as requested.\nAddresses and resolves operational issues or concerns in a timely and effective manner.\nEducates the KDPs of Athene's processes,procedures, and service level goals.\nPossesses deep understanding of how the KDPs do business, including the operational technology used to conduct business together. \nAssists with the implementation of operational technologies, product launches, & other projects, as needed.\nWorks closely with the Sales Team and Sales Key Account Managers on overall account management.\nProvides support to other members of BRM team as needed.\nPartner with the Onboarding team to ensure a seamless and effective onboarding experience for new KDPs, new product launches for existing KDPs, etc.\nTravels to KDPs and/or industry conferences as needed (10% or less).\nQualifications and Experience:\n5+ years of progressive professional experience in relationship management within the insurance or financial services industry, or relevant experience, including experience supporting customer service, operations, sales, or related functions, preferred. \nStrong relationship management and communication skills, with the ability to build credibility, influence outcomes, and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.\nDemonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate moderately complex situations, develop creative solutions, take ownership, and drive issues through resolution.\nAdaptability and a continuous improvement mindset, including the ability to work independently, navigate changing business needs, identify opportunities to improve processes, and appropriately leverage technology and AI-enabled tools.\nWorking knowledge of annuity and financial services operations, including annuity order-entry systems and DTCC feeds, preferred; proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.\nBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; relevant industry designations or FINRA licenses preferred.\nDrive. Discipline. Confidence. Focus. Commitment. Learn more about working at Athene.\nAthene is a Military Friendly Employer! Learn more about how we support our Veterans.\nAthene is committed to inclusion and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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