Guardian Life
Head of Annuity Business Development page is loaded## Head of Annuity Business Developmentremote type:
Hybrid - In office 3 days per weeklocations:
New York:
Holmdel:
Bethlehem:
Pittsfieldtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id:
R000107882and a passion for identifyingGuardian is seeking a Head of Annuity Business Development to lead strategic initiatives that expand our annuity business. Reporting to the Head of Annuities, this individual contributor role is responsible for identifying growth opportunities, leading complex projects, and influencing cross-functional stakeholders to drive innovation and business performance. ## **You are**An experienced leader with expertise in annuity markets and business strategy. You excel at anticipating market and regulatory shifts, solving complex problems, and leading strategic initiatives with broad impact. You are comfortable operating independently in a dynamic environment, influencing senior leaders, and communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences.## **You will*** Identifyand evaluate strategic growth opportunities across Guardian’s annuity business.* Leadcomplex initiatives and projects with notable risk and visibility, from concept through execution.* Advisesenior leaders on market trends, business dynamics, and emerging opportunities.* Developbusiness cases, internal documents and strategic recommendations that influence functional and enterprise-level decisions.* Collaborateacross product, distribution, finance, legal, and compliance teams to align on priorities and execution.* Communicatecomplex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse internal and external audiences.* Influencestakeholders to adopt new approaches, improve client service, and drive innovation.* Contributeto the development of functional strategy and long-term business planning.Key stakeholders include Guardian Product, Marketing, Operations, Legal, and Distribution.## **You have*** 10+ years of experience in annuity strategy, business development, or product innovation or related work experience.* Mastery-level understanding of annuity products, preferably group products, distribution dynamics, and regulatory considerations.* Proven experience leading complex, high-impact projects across cross-functional teams.* Ability to manage multiple workstreams with competing deliverables across key initiatives* Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and external partners.* A bachelor’s degree and MBA or advanced degree preferred.**Salary Range:**$148,940.00 - $244,685.00The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.**Our Promise**At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals.
Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.**Inspire Well-Being**As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at . *Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.***Equal Employment Opportunity**Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.**Accommodations**Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact applicant\_accommodation@glic.com.**Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.**Every day, Guardian helps our 29 million customers realize their dreams through a range of insurance and financial products and services. Our Purpose, to inspire well-being, guides our dedication to the colleagues, consumers, and communities we serve. We know that people count, and we go above and beyond to prepare them for the life they want to live, focusing on their overall well-being — mind, body, and wallet. As one of the largest mutual insurance companies, we put our customers first. Behind every bright future is a GuardianTM.
Learn more about Guardian at . #J-18808-Ljbffr
Hybrid - In office 3 days per weeklocations:
New York:
Holmdel:
Bethlehem:
Pittsfieldtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id:
R000107882and a passion for identifyingGuardian is seeking a Head of Annuity Business Development to lead strategic initiatives that expand our annuity business. Reporting to the Head of Annuities, this individual contributor role is responsible for identifying growth opportunities, leading complex projects, and influencing cross-functional stakeholders to drive innovation and business performance. ## **You are**An experienced leader with expertise in annuity markets and business strategy. You excel at anticipating market and regulatory shifts, solving complex problems, and leading strategic initiatives with broad impact. You are comfortable operating independently in a dynamic environment, influencing senior leaders, and communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences.## **You will*** Identifyand evaluate strategic growth opportunities across Guardian’s annuity business.* Leadcomplex initiatives and projects with notable risk and visibility, from concept through execution.* Advisesenior leaders on market trends, business dynamics, and emerging opportunities.* Developbusiness cases, internal documents and strategic recommendations that influence functional and enterprise-level decisions.* Collaborateacross product, distribution, finance, legal, and compliance teams to align on priorities and execution.* Communicatecomplex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse internal and external audiences.* Influencestakeholders to adopt new approaches, improve client service, and drive innovation.* Contributeto the development of functional strategy and long-term business planning.Key stakeholders include Guardian Product, Marketing, Operations, Legal, and Distribution.## **You have*** 10+ years of experience in annuity strategy, business development, or product innovation or related work experience.* Mastery-level understanding of annuity products, preferably group products, distribution dynamics, and regulatory considerations.* Proven experience leading complex, high-impact projects across cross-functional teams.* Ability to manage multiple workstreams with competing deliverables across key initiatives* Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and external partners.* A bachelor’s degree and MBA or advanced degree preferred.**Salary Range:**$148,940.00 - $244,685.00The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.**Our Promise**At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals.
Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.**Inspire Well-Being**As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at . *Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.***Equal Employment Opportunity**Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.**Accommodations**Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact applicant\_accommodation@glic.com.**Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.**Every day, Guardian helps our 29 million customers realize their dreams through a range of insurance and financial products and services. Our Purpose, to inspire well-being, guides our dedication to the colleagues, consumers, and communities we serve. We know that people count, and we go above and beyond to prepare them for the life they want to live, focusing on their overall well-being — mind, body, and wallet. As one of the largest mutual insurance companies, we put our customers first. Behind every bright future is a GuardianTM.
Learn more about Guardian at . #J-18808-Ljbffr