External Wholesaler

at MFS Investment Management in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters - to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures.

THE ROLE
The External Wholesaler will sell MFS Investment products and services through financial intermediaries in the Broker-Dealer, Regional, Independent and Bank channels within downtown Chicago and Northern Illinois.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Conducts sales meetings with financial intermediaries to promote MFS sales and services.

Works closely with Managing Director developing appropriate business plan to maximize territorial sales.

Builds strong sales skills and stays abreast of industry trends through interaction with corporate team, training, continuing ed. requirements, and sales meetings.

Ensures compliance with internal and external rules, policies and procedures as well as all regulatory requirements.

Provides top quality service to accounts to ensure growth and retention of assets and clients.

Builds sales by identifying and prospecting new producers.

Coordinates sales efforts with home office sales representatives.

Attends conferences as needed and communicates information back to home office personnel.

Performs additional duties as required.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Minimum of two years of direct field sales or related experience required, five years preferred.

Strong interpersonal, communication, analytical, organizational and selling skills.

Strong presentation skills.

In depth product and industry knowledge.

Ability to meet extensive travel requirements.

Position requires FINRA series 6 and 63 registrations in accordance with MFS' licensing policy.

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At MFS, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply - you might be just the right candidate for this role or others.
What we offer:
Generous time-off provided: including "Responsible time off" for many roles, paid company holidays when the US Stock Exchange is closed, plus paid volunteer time
Family Focus: Up to 20 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up care program, dependent care flexible spending account, adoption assistance, generous caregiver leave
Health and Welfare: Competitive medical, vision and dental plans, plus tax-free health savings accounts with company contributions
Wellness Programs: Robust wellness webinars, employee assistance program, gym reimbursement through our medical plans, fitness center discounts and more
Life & Disability Benefits: Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability
Financial Benefits: 401(k) savings plan, Defined Contribution plan- 15% of base salary invested into the Plan, competitive total compensation programs

MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email for assistance.

MFS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or... For full info follow application link.

MFS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited. Click here to view the EEO is the Law poster and supplement.