New Business Specialist-Annuities
Affinex Capital · Tucson, AZ · 3 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$50k–$60k/yrFull-time
Job Title: New Business Specialist - Annuities Department: Operations / New Business Compensation: $50,000 – $60,000.00 per year Work Location: On-site About Affinex Capital At Affinex Capital, we empower financial advisors and their clients with top-tier annuity and life insurance solutions designed for long-term financial security. We pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional, white-glove experience to our advisor partners—ensuring that doing business with us is seamless, accurate, and efficient. We are expanding our team and looking for a detail-obsessed, service-minded New Business Specialist to serve as the critical engine behind our annuity application pipeline. Position Overview As a New Business Specialist , you are the vital bridge between financial advisors, insurance carriers, and operations. Your primary mission is two-fold: Concierge Application Prep (pre-filling and preparing applications for advisors) and Application Scrubbing (ensuring 100% "In Good Order" accuracy before carrier submission). If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess an eagle eye for detail, and take pride in delivering white-glove service to top-producing advisors, this role is for you. Key Responsibilities 2. Application Scrubbing & Quality Control 3. Pipeline Management & Carrier Follow-Through Advisor Concierge & Application Prep Act as a dedicated operational partner to advisors, providing proactive, white-glove concierge support during the client onboarding phase. Pre-fill and assemble complete annuity and life insurance application packages based on advisor-provided case details. Guide advisors on carrier-specific requirements, forms, and submission guidelines to streamline their workflow. Meticulously review and "scrub" all incoming applications, transfer paperwork, and suitability forms to guarantee they are submitted In Good Order (IGO) . Identify potential red flags, missing signature fields, or compliance discrepancies prior to carrier submission to minimize processing delays. Maintain deep knowledge of Tax-Qualified and Non-Tax-Qualified account rules, rollover guidelines, and carrier-specific nuances. Submit scrubbed application packages to insurance carriers promptly and accurately. Actively track and follow up on pending cases from submission through policy issuance and delivery. Systematically resolve carrier requirements (NIGO items), communicating clear, actionable solutions back to the advisor. Maintain complete, audit-ready records within our CRM/operations platform in accordance with industry compliance standards. Qualifications & Core Competencies Industry Experience: 1–3+ years of experience in financial services, insurance operations, or mortgage processing environments, with direct exposure to annuity or life insurance processing a plus. Technical Product Knowledge: Solid understanding of fixed/indexed annuities, life insurance applications, transfer/rollover mechanics, and tax-qualified vs. non-qualified funds. Detail & Scrubbing Expertise: Exceptional accuracy and a strong process-driven mindset—you naturally spot the small details others miss. Communication & Relationship Skills: Professional, clear verbal and written communication; ability to build trust quickly with high-producing advisors. Technical Savvy: Proficient in standard office software, CRM systems, and e-application tools (e.g., FireLight, iPipeline, or carrier portals). $50,000 - $60,000 a year Why Join Affinex Capital? Impactful Role: You are directly responsible for accelerating revenue and building lasting relationships with our advisor network. Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a supportive team that values clear communication, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Career Growth: Opportunities to deepen your knowledge of financial services operations, compliance, and team leadership. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.