[Remote] Sales Representative - Part Time

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GFI Ikigai is on a mission to combat financial illiteracy and make a positive impact on communities worldwide. They are seeking a driven individual to join their team as a part-time Sales Representative, responsible for managing client accounts, providing customer service, and developing customized financial plans. Responsibilities Serve as a part-time Sales Representative and key contact for clients, ensuring their total satisfaction Interact with clients and associates, providing timely, professional, and courteous support Share financial knowledge and educate on business, investment, insurance protection, retirement, savings, and estate planning Develop customized financial plans, guiding clients through budgeting, debt reduction, investing, and retirement planning Grow account value through upsell and cross-sell opportunities and maintain high client satisfaction NO Cold Calling, NO Door Knocking Skills 18 years or older and a U.S. citizen Pass a background check Strong verbal and written communication and customer relationship management skills Must have or obtain within first 2 weeks a Life Producer license Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and basic reporting Ability to interpret account health metrics and prepare concise summaries Experience or aptitude for identifying expansion opportunities Preferred backgrounds include customer service, leadership, and management Education, coaching, military, or elite athlete backgrounds are a great fit! Entrepreneurially-minded, self-motivated, and desire to grow and help people Advanced negotiation techniques or technical troubleshooting skills may be beneficial Benefits Flexible scheduling with personalized customization 100% remote position with comprehensive online tools and training Leadership development opportunities Company Overview A financial education and services firm that helps families understand money the way the wealthy do — things like how to grow it, protect it, and make it work for them instead of against them. It was founded in 2023, and is headquartered in Brentwood , MD, US, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https//www.gfi-ikigai.com.

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