Internal Sales Associate

Brighthouse Financial

We hire Internal Sales Associates multiple times a year. Eligible candidates will have graduated December 2026 or earlier.

Where you’ll work: Our flexible, hybrid work model offers the option to work remotely or in the office.

How you’ll contribute:

As an Internal Sales Associate, you’ll support our valued financial advisors and internal sales organization by handling inbound calls related to our annuity and life insurance solutions. During each interaction, you’ll provide accurate information, deliver an exceptional advisor experience, and identify actionable next steps that help move the sales process forward. Through this work, you’ll strengthen advisor relationships and uncover opportunities for our distribution teams. This role can serve as a launchpad for a variety of career paths, with a direct progression into an Internal Wholesaler position.

In this role, you’ll get to:

• Participate in immersive, hands-on training designed to build your knowledge of Brighthouse Financials’ annuity and life insurance solutions, systems, processes, and sales approach, preparing you to succeed as an Internal Sales Associate and take the next step toward becoming an Internal Wholesaler.
• Support financial advisors by answering and documenting inbound calls, providing accurate information, and delivering exceptional advisor experience.
• Support new business submissions by understanding licensing, training, firm, state, and application requirements.
• Ask thoughtful questions to understand advisor needs, research requests, and take ownership of issues through resolution, involving the appropriate business partners when needed.
• Provide product illustrations and connect advisors with resources that support meaningful client conversations.
• Identify sales opportunities that may positively impact a client’s overall financial plan and partner with the Internal Wholesaler to help move those opportunities forward.
• Collaborate with your manager to identify development opportunities, strengthen your sales skills, and prepare for the next step in your career.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

We’re looking for people who:

• Are passionate about learning, growing, and building a career in sales.
• Are adaptable, self-motivated, and driven to help others while making a lasting impact.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate clearly and builds strong relationships with financial advisors, colleagues, and business partners.
• Are coachable, energetic, and brings a positive attitude and an aptitude for sales.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree or has equivalent relevant experience; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Has the FINRA SIE, Series 6 or 7, Series 63, and applicable state life insurance license with variable line of authority. Licensing is preferred but not required at the time of hire. Candidates who are not fully licensed will be expected to obtain the required licenses within six months of joining Brighthouse Financial.

Research shows some people may not apply for a role if they don’t check all the boxes of a job description. If you don’t check every box listed, that’s okay. We would love to hear from you.

What you’ll receive:

• Compensation – Base salary is $45,900. Once fully licensed, this individual becomes eligible for a competitive monthly variable sales incentive target based on sales results.
• Flexible Work Environment – Work remotely or in the office to better thrive in all areas of life.
• Paid Time Off – Recharge with a minimum of 20 days of paid time off and 16 paid company holidays per calendar year plus paid volunteer time and paid study time.
• Financial Health – Work toward achieving your financial goals through our 401(k) savings plan with company match (up to 6%) and annual company nondiscretionary contribution (3%).
• Health and Wellness – Enjoy competitive medical, vision, and dental plans plus tax-free health savings accounts with potential company contributions up to $1,000 per family.
• Family Support – Care for loved ones with up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up dependent care, dependent care flexible spending account, and up to a $25,000 lifetime maximum during your adoption, infertility, or surrogacy journey.
• Life and Disability Support – Gain access to company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability insurance.

The company and your department may occasionally gather in person throughout the year to foster a culture of belonging and promote team building. We’d love for you to join us during those company-wide and department-wide events to help you strengthen connections across the company.

Why join us? Brighthouse Financial is on a mission to help people achieve financial security. Our company is one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S.,* and we specialize in products designed to help people protect what they’ve earned and ensure it lasts.

We empower employees to collaborate, bring their passion to work, and make an impact. Our inclusive work environment fosters a culture that celebrates diverse backgrounds and experiences. You can find out more about our company culture by visiting brighthousefinancial.com/about-us/careers/.

We’re one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S.,* and our commitment to being a great place to work has earned us recognition as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek and, locally, one of the Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte.

*Ranked by 2024 admitted assets. Best’s Review®: Top 200 U.S. Life/Health Insurers. AM Best, 2025.