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Purpose:

The Senior Vice President (SVP), New Markets is responsible for overseeing and driving Athene’s next phase of strategic growth through leadership of three emerging business verticals: Defined Contribution, Structured Settlements, and Stable Value. This role will help shape the vision, support strategy development, manage execution, and drive performance across these lines of business—converting innovation into measurable financial results and long-term value for the firm.The SVP will work closely with Athene’s Co-President and Chief Commercial Officer, as well as senior leaders across Strategy and Innovation, Product, Distribution, Operations, Finance, and Apollo’s FIG and New Markets team, to capitalize on untapped market opportunities and transform how the firm delivers retirement income and capital protection solutions.

Accountabilities:

Strategic Leadership and Business Growth

Oversee the vision and strategic direction for the firm’s Defined Contribution, Structured Settlements, Stable Value business lines, while also shaping the strategic approach for any potential new markets the firm may pursue in the future.

Drive growth through clear business plans, go-to-market strategies, and financial execution.

Align cross-functional resources and senior stakeholders around multi-year goals and performance priorities.

Ensure all activities support firm-wide objectives and contribute to long-term, profitable growth.

Market Engagement and Sales Enablement

Work with distribution leadership to develop partner/channel strategies for market entry and scaling.

Contribute to brand building and thought leadership in new markets through active industry engagement.

Ensure internal teams are equipped with the tools, training, and content to drive adoption and customer success.

Product Innovation and Commercial Strategy

Lead product ideation, structuring, and development in each market vertical:

Defined Contribution (DC): Bring guaranteed retirement income to workplace savings plans (for example, via target date funds and managed accounts).

Structured Settlements (SS): Expand access to customized solutions for settlement recipients and legal consultants.

Stable Value (SV): Launch competitive capital-preservation solutions tailored for institutional and retirement markets.

Collaborate with actuarial, risk, marketing, operations, and legal teams across Athene and Apollo to ensure innovative and compliant product delivery.

Team Leadership and Talent Development

 Build, lead, and develop high-performing teams with deep market and functional expertise.

Promote a collaborative, innovative culture that aligns with the firm’s values and performance expectations.

Operational Execution and Governance

 Drive execution of product and business strategies by leading cross-functional programs with precision and discipline.

Establish performance metrics and reporting processes to monitor results and support accountability.

 Promote strong governance, risk management, and compliance standards across all business activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

15+ years of experience in financial services, with deep expertise in retirement markets, annuities, or life insurance.

Proven success launching and scaling new business lines within a large firm or fast-paced environment.

Experience in one or more of the following:

Defined Contribution platforms and retirement income strategies

Structured Settlements and legal settlement product markets

Stable Value investment and insurance products

Strong commercial mindset with the ability to translate strategy into execution across product, sales, and operations. 

Ability to travel 25-50%, maintain a presence at significant industry conferences, and develop and support the new needs of the business.

 Outstanding problem-solving skills, public speaking skills, exceptional writing skills as well as strong technical skills, including Excel, PowerPoint

Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills.

Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent), relevant licenses or designations (Series 6/7/63, RICP, ASA / FSA, CFA charter) are a plus.

Why Join Athene?
This is a career-defining opportunity to lead the firm’s most ambitious growth initiatives, bringing new solutions to the retirement landscape. With the backing of Athene and Apollo, you’ll help shape the future of financial security for millions, while building innovative businesses from the ground up.
 

Annual Salary for this role is market competitive.  Actual salary for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.  Depending on the role, a discretionary bonus plan or variable sales incentive may be included.

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