About this opportunity
Acumen Financial Advantage lists this Regional Vice President, Sales opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Regional Vice President (RVP) of Sales at Acumen Financial Advantage (AFA) is responsible for driving new and recurrent business growth by securing sales opportunities with influential decision makers and leaders of financial institutions, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and nonprofits. The RVP will manage a geographic territory, cultivate assigned Channel Partner relationships, and deliver strategic solutions that align with client goals. Success is measured by pipeline growth, closed revenue, and contribution to AFA’s overall sales goals.
What You'll Do
Business Development and Prospecting
Develop and execute tailored territory sales plans targeting high-value prospects
Leverage industry contacts, networking, cold outreach, and market research to generate qualified leads to set up introductory meetings, identify client pain points, and position tailored solutions
Qualify and prioritize leads to maintain a strong, high-potential pipeline
Represent AFA at industry conferences, networking events and client meetings
Deliver compelling presentations and proposals to executive-level buyers
Manage opportunities through all sales stages, collaborating with Consultants and Product Specialists to close deals
Maintain accurate and timely CRM (Salesforce) documentation and records of activities, pipeline status, and forecasts
Build trusted relationships with assigned Channel Partners, developing joint go-to-market strategies and revenue goals
Channel Partner Relationship Management
Foster trust with assigned Channel Partners through consistent demonstration of strong follow-through and a focus on building scalable, repeatable sales approaches that address needs efficiently, while maximizing value
Work with the Channel Partner sales teams to develop business plans, revenue goals, market activities, and go-to-market strategies tailored to specific AFA prospects
Conduct regular heck-ins to assess progress, share insights, and ensure alignment
Training and Development
Attain deep knowledge of AFA’s solutions and services to effectively represent offerings
Pursue professional development through AFA’s internal certification process to enhance qualified skills
Routinely assess and understand industry market trends and regulatory guidelines to effectively differentiate AFA solutions
What You Bring
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Proven ability in prospecting, cold calling, and closing executive-level sales
Selling capability across a broad spectrum of key stakeholders using an informed, factual, and consultative approach
Sales planning and territory management
Proactive research and analysis in market trends and competitive knowledge
Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats, as well as facilitate compelling sales presentations using demonstrated sales acumen and supportive audiovisual and aids
Strong negotiation proficiency, professionalism, and relationship management skills
Results-oriented with high motivation to independently meet or exceed sales and revenue goals
High level of personal integrity, accountability, and the ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to attend industry conferences and events for purpose of sales prospecting, brand marketing and relationship building
Ability to travel as needed, 50-60%
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance and Risk Management, Finance, Mathematics, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Five (5) years external sales experience in the insurance, banking, or credit union industry required; OR eight (8) years’ experience in external business development and sales experience required
Series 7 + Series 63 (required)
Product training and demonstration experience required
Industry and financial certifications, a plus
Experience in the complete sales lifecycle including prospecting, presenting, negotiating, and closing sales deals
Familiar knowledge of different carriers, concepts and solutions in financial planning, executive retention, retirement, and life insurance
Proficiency with CRM systems, Salesforce preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite or related software
Acumen Financial Advantage serves as a strategic financial partner to banks and mission-driven organizations, including credit unions, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and nonprofits—focusing on the areas that most directly shape financial performance: leadership strength, capital discipline, and long‑term stewardship. Our team brings deep, specialized experience and a holistic, outcome‑first perspective, working alongside leadership to navigate complexity and build durable advantage over time.
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Who can apply
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