What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Academy Trainee position at MetLife?
Description And Requirements
Job Locations: San Francisco
About The Role
As a sales trainee, you will complete a 9-month sales training program which includes a combination of structured classroom and on-the-job learning with a focus on building an understanding of the employee benefits industry, MetLife’s group benefits and professional selling skills. Successful completion of the program will prepare you to apply for an account executive position within our Group Benefits Salesorganization.
This is Your Opportunity to:
A trusted name in the insurance industry, MetLife is dedicated to helping companies be there for their employees in good times and bad. Using finely tuned critical thinking, creative, and interpersonal skills, you’ll become part of the benefits solution in modern America. As we grow, we’re dedicated to building a diverse and talented team of sales professionals to support
our Regional Markets—so you can help us improve the lives of even more people in the years to come.
If this all sounds like you, we think you’d be a great fit for our team. But to help you decide if MetLife is the right fit for you, here’s a little more information about what it’s like to work here.
Our Commitments:
When we say we are purpose-driven, we mean it. We’re committed to supporting the community, protecting the environment,
and building a workplace where people from all backgrounds can shine:
As a provider of employee benefits, we know how important it is to feel taken care of by your employer. That sense of support is the foundation of great work—because when you don’t have to worry, you can bring your best self to every task. That’s why we’re dedicated to doing what’s right by our people, including:
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2025 "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™ for 2024, as well as the 2025 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For ®, MetLife , through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
50,000 - 55,000
Job Locations: San Francisco
About The Role
As a sales trainee, you will complete a 9-month sales training program which includes a combination of structured classroom and on-the-job learning with a focus on building an understanding of the employee benefits industry, MetLife’s group benefits and professional selling skills. Successful completion of the program will prepare you to apply for an account executive position within our Group Benefits Salesorganization.
This is Your Opportunity to:
- Participate in and complete the Sales Academy Program which includes trainings led by subject matter experts across Group Benefits
- Supportthesalesofficebymeetingwithbrokersorcustomers,makingcoldcalls,conductingenrollmentmeetingsor benefit fairs, providing post-sale service and interaction with clients, and assisting the account executives with their territories
- Build sales competencies – including communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship buildingskills
- Develop an understanding of the Group Benefits products and services – including Disability, Dental, Life, Auto & Home, MetLife Legal, and CriticalIllness
- Workeffectivelywithaseasonedsalesprofessionalwhoservesasamentorineducatingthetraineetothevariousproduct and services offered by MetLife.
- Knowledge of the MetLife organization, as well as industry information, including an understanding of brokers, customers, and competitive landscape
- Interpersonalskills,verbalandwrittencommunicationskills,presentationskills,soundbusinessjudgment,computer skills, ability to lead and influence, analytical, relationship building and organizationalskills
- The ability to obtain Life, Accident and Health, and Property & Casualty licenses.
- Willingness to relocate prior to, and upon completion of, theprogram
- 0-5 years of related workexperience
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalentexperience
- Ability to travel and drive to meetings with internal and/or external partners
A trusted name in the insurance industry, MetLife is dedicated to helping companies be there for their employees in good times and bad. Using finely tuned critical thinking, creative, and interpersonal skills, you’ll become part of the benefits solution in modern America. As we grow, we’re dedicated to building a diverse and talented team of sales professionals to support
our Regional Markets—so you can help us improve the lives of even more people in the years to come.
If this all sounds like you, we think you’d be a great fit for our team. But to help you decide if MetLife is the right fit for you, here’s a little more information about what it’s like to work here.
Our Commitments:
When we say we are purpose-driven, we mean it. We’re committed to supporting the community, protecting the environment,
and building a workplace where people from all backgrounds can shine:
- Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index: Recognized for our commitment to gender equality and representation in leadership
- Human Rights Campaign: Recognized as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality for 16 consecutive years
- National Association for Female Executives: Recognized as a Top Company for Executive Women
- Coronavirus support and relief: Dedicated more than $250 million
- Sustainability: Implemented company-wide policies to achieve carbon neutrality, decrease energy consumption, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions
As a provider of employee benefits, we know how important it is to feel taken care of by your employer. That sense of support is the foundation of great work—because when you don’t have to worry, you can bring your best self to every task. That’s why we’re dedicated to doing what’s right by our people, including:
- Comprehensive insurance, covering not only what’s expected for you and your family—pets included—but also any curveballs that life might throw at you
- Employee resource groups to support your career growth and help you build your workplace community
- Training and development opportunities during and after the program to help you expand your skillset and advance your career in whatever direction feels right
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2025 "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™ for 2024, as well as the 2025 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For ®, MetLife , through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
50,000 - 55,000
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000
