About the Company

Thrivent is a leading financial services organization dedicated to helping its members achieve their financial goals. With a strong mission to serve its members and communities, Thrivent has established itself as a trusted partner in the financial industry. The company's product and service offerings include a range of financial products, such as life insurance, investments, and retirement planning. Thrivent has received significant funding and has demonstrated substantial traction in the market, with a strong culture that emphasizes the importance of community and generosity.

At Thrivent, the company culture is built around the values of integrity, excellence, and generosity. The organization is committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment that encourages its employees to grow and develop in their careers. With a strong focus on community engagement and social responsibility, Thrivent is an ideal employer for individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in the world.

The Market Director role is critical to the company's growth and success, as it involves attracting and developing high-quality talent to drive business results. This role requires a seasoned professional with a strong track record of sales results and experience in using the Thrivent Financial Advice Process and Salesforce. The successful candidate will be responsible for growing the market by attracting diverse talent, ensuring new financial professionals have the tools and resources needed to succeed, and demonstrating mastery of the Thrivent Financial Advice Process.

Key Responsibilities

The Market Director will play a key role in driving business results and growing the market. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and implementing a recruiting strategy to attract high-quality, diverse talent, as well as developing and executing a plan to recruit quality talent through networking and relationship-building.

Attract, recruit, and select diverse talent to grow the market
Develop and implement a recruiting strategy to attract high-quality, diverse candidates
Conduct selection interviews and assess candidates for high probability of success
Demonstrate mastery of the Thrivent Financial Advice Process and coach new financial professionals on its use
Conduct joint field work with new financial professionals to observe and offer feedback
Develop and execute a marketing plan to achieve business goals and leverage relationships within the natural market
Collaborate with other leaders and stakeholders to develop capacity plans and understand recruiting and selection systems
Build and maintain relationships with leaders within the Christian community and centers of influence
Provide leadership and coaching to the market team to drive business results
Develop a healthy culture within the market, enabling good results and ensuring a culture of excellence

Requirements & Qualifications

Must-Have

Demonstrated track record of solid sales results
Experience in using the Thrivent Financial Advice Process and Salesforce
Strong leadership and coaching skills
Ability to attract and develop high-quality, diverse talent
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong business planning and strategy development skills

Nice-to-Have

Experience in the financial services industry
Knowledge of sales process and methods
Experience with technology and systems, including Salesforce and other Thrivent tools

Technical Skills

Cloud & Infrastructure

The company uses a range of cloud-based tools and technologies, including Salesforce, to support its business operations. The successful candidate will need to have experience with these tools and technologies, as well as the ability to learn and adapt to new systems and processes.

Salesforce
Thrivent Financial Advice Process
Other Thrivent tools and technologies

Databases

The company uses databases to store and manage its data, including customer information and sales data. The successful candidate will need to have experience with databases and data management, as well as the ability to analyze and interpret data to inform business decisions.

Database management
Data analysis and interpretation

What We Offer

Thrivent offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $145,000 to $211,000, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition to a competitive salary, the company offers a range of benefits, including remote flexibility, equity/stock options, learning budget, health/dental/vision insurance, PTO policy, equipment stipend, and more. The company culture is built around the values of integrity, excellence, and generosity, and offers a positive and supportive work environment that encourages employees to grow and develop in their careers.

The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that values and respects the contributions of all employees. With a strong focus on community engagement and social responsibility, Thrivent is an ideal employer for individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in the world. As a Market Director at Thrivent, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others, while also growing and developing your career in a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the remote work setup like at Thrivent?

Thrivent offers a flexible remote work arrangement that allows employees to work from home or from a remote location. The company provides the necessary tools and technology to support remote work, including laptops, smartphones, and video conferencing software.

What is the hiring process and timeline for this role?

The hiring process for this role typically takes several weeks to several months, depending on the number of applicants and the complexity of the hiring process. The company uses a range of assessment tools and techniques to evaluate candidates, including interviews, skills assessments, and reference checks.

What is the size of the team I will be working with, and what is the tech stack like?

The Market Director will be working with a team of financial professionals and other leaders and stakeholders to drive business results. The company uses a range of technologies, including Salesforce, to support its business operations. The tech stack is constantly evolving, and the company is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in the industry.