In this role, you will report to the Head of Individual Markets Strategy, Innovation and Growth and be responsible for managing a portfolio of transformational initiatives across Life, Annuity, Disability, Wealth Management, and Distribution. As Head of Individual Markets Strategic Transformation, you will oversee a portfolio of cross-functional initiatives and capabilities to drive strategic clarity and business impact. You will work with leaders across the Individual Markets (IM) organization, including the Head of IM Finance, to prioritize and ensure successful implementation of these initiatives and capabilities. You will be pivotal in creating the structure and processes for accelerating transformation and partnering with Business and functional leaders in driving change and reimagining how we operate within and across functions to deliver customer value.

You willPartner with business leaders and teams to scope, define and coordinate major strategy and innovation initiativesManage the portfolio prioritization process of all key Individual Markets initiatives supporting IM strategic objectives, working across business stakeholders, marketing, technology and other enterprise partnersPrioritize and sequence initiatives and build an integrated roadmap for execution with clear metrics for successDefine the model, in collaboration with Finance, by which to prioritize and drive optimization of the efforts across IM, inclusive of estimation, resource capacity and funding allocationsProvide expertise and guidance to rationalize business resource optimization and capacity planning across IM key initiativesUse expertise and leadership skills to oversee strategic program execution, and resolve issues to ensure project goals and requirements are metDevelop executive and board level material and presentations  You areProactive, resourceful, impact oriented, and an excellent end-to-end problem solver with the ability to analyze and identify issuesOrganized with strong attention to detail and ability to coordinate and lead complex workstreamsAble to navigate relationships across all levels and cross-functional areas of the organization using strong interpersonal skills, maturity, and judgementAble to lead while adapting to changing business priorities and environments

You have10+ years’ experience with proven success supporting C suite executives, leading large scale or enterprise-wide, complex transformation projects that cross multiple business units to create internal stakeholder and external customer solutionsSignificant business transformation / optimization, project management, strategy consulting, and/or investment banking  experienceDemonstrated ability to build relationships with senior executive leadership and organizational savvy with the ability to influence while building trust and consensus among multiple stakeholders/cross functional teams with competing interestsPrior experience working with financial services, particularly in the insurance industry, a mustStrong analytical skills and problem-solving abilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skills and strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skillsBachelor’s degree required, MBA preferred

LocationThe primary location for this position is New York, NY (3 days) - 2 days WFH

Salary Range:

$174,760.00 - $287,102.50

The 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.

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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 www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits. 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.

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