Regional Vice President - Insurance (Texas, New Mexico, Louisiana)

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About Our Company We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses – Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world. Job Description We are seeking a high-performing Regional Vice President, Insurance to drive growth across Texas, New Mexico, and Louisiana. In this influential external wholesaling role, you will partner with financial advisors to expand life insurance solutions, strengthen advisor relationships, and accelerate sales performance. You will serve as a trusted consultant, leveraging industry expertise, market insights, and strategic territory management to achieve business objectives. This position offers significant autonomy, visibility, and the opportunity to make a measurable impact across a large and dynamic region. Responsibilities Drive life insurance sales growth through consultative advisor engagement, territory planning, and strategic relationship management. Partner closely with an internal wholesaling associate to develop and execute territory business plans that achieve regional sales objectives. Educate advisors on RiverSource Insurance products, features, benefits, and client solutions to support effective insurance planning strategies. Analyze advisor activity, sales trends, and territory opportunities using sales tools, proprietary systems, and performance improvement methodologies. Build strong partnerships with field leaders, senior leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders to enhance market presence and advisor engagement. Conduct advisor meetings, client events, training sessions, and educational presentations throughout the territory. Manage territory operations, scheduling, budget activities, and follow-up processes to maximize effectiveness and efficiency. Maintain all required licensing, registration, and compliance standards in accordance with state and federal regulations. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in insurance, financial services, financial planning, or related financial markets roles. 3+ years of successful consultative sales, training, or external wholesaling experience with demonstrated business development results. Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience. Active FINRA Series 6 license strongly preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days FINRA Series 63 or Series 66 or ability to obtain within 90 days. Ability to obtain territory-specific securities and insurance licenses, including Life, Health, and Variable licenses, upon hire. Strong understanding of life insurance products, sales strategies, and advisor-facing distribution models. Excellent presentation, communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills. Ability to reside within Texas, New Mexico, or Louisiana and travel approximately 75% to 80% throughout the assigned territory. U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship Applicants must have a valid work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States (e.g., H-1B, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, TN). Remote Work This position is remote. Any expectations for travel or in-person collaboration will be discussed during the hiring process. This position is eligible for remote work in these locations: Texas, New Mexico or Louisiana Base Pay Salary The estimated base salary for this role is $75,000 / year. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurances. Closing Date: 12/4/2026 Full-Time/Part-Time Full time Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Job Family Group Sales Line of Business INSUR Insurance Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.