Date: Aug 19, 2026
Primary Location: Houston, TX, US
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Company: Lincoln Financial
Alternate Locations: Houston, TX (Texas)
Work Arrangement:
Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location.
Relocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity.
Requisition #: 76318
The Role at a Glance
As an External wholesaler for Retirement Plan Services you will develop, direct, implement, and maintain a business plan to achieve sales and growth goals for your assigned external wholesale area(s) of responsibility. You will build, enhance, and direct the relationship with firms and/or institutions in your assigned territory of Southern Texas. You will also build, direct, and maintain external wholesale sales programs/plans which result in an increase in sales revenue and market share within the assigned territory.
What you'll be doing
Builds and directs a more complex relationship platform by identifying senior contacts within targeted firms to achieve profitable sales and Lincoln's product breath growth.
Collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure the proper processing of all sold products from time of sale to issuance.
Conducts firm/institution meetings and in-person meetings to achieve sales targets. (e.g. due diligence meetings, one-on-one meetings, sponsorship and speaking opportunities).
Develops a comprehensive understanding of existing/targeted firms/institutions including targeted market segments, how they operate, and/or value proposition(s) and is known by them.
Develops and maintains a more complex sales program to increase sales revenue and market share within assigned area of responsibility.
Increases penetration in territory by optimizing and growing relationships within existing and new firms/institutions.
Maintains sales call data in appropriate systems and/or completes sales reports.
Meets or exceeds all department and/or sales goals/targets for their assigned territory.
Utilizes expense budgets to set limits and maximize sales opportunities within their assigned territory.
Works effectively to support growth in all segments of Lincoln's products/service offerings to maximize and capitalize on the opportunities to cross sell and penetrate assigned firms/institutions.
Adhere to LFDs Culture of Compliance and comply with LFD's policies and procedures
What we’re looking for
Must-Haves
3-5 years of external sales experience in the financial services industry that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities of the role
FINRA SIE, Series 6, Series 63, and Life & Health
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Must reside in sales territory
Analytical skills and close attention to detail is necessary to determine proper processing of investment documents
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Skill in writing grammatically correct routine business correspondence such as brief transmittal memoranda
Ability to adapt quickly in a changing work environment
Application Deadline
What’s it like to work here?
At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.
What’s in it for you:
Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes
Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
PTO/parental leave
Competitive 401K and employee benefits
Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
Tuition assistance program
Work arrangements that work for you
Effective productivity/technology tools and training
The pay range for this position is $190,000 - $480,000 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.
About The Company
Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.
With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.
Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.
Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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Additional Information
This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.
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Lincoln Financial ("Lincoln" or "the Company") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling (866) 922-6543.
