Business Resource Center, Advanced Planning Consultant
Guardian Life job in Albany, NY
The Business Resource Center (BRC) is Guardian's advanced sales department, and we are seeking a Advanced Planning Consultant. We are an organization providing superior case consultation to our field force on their prospect and client situations where we concentrate our efforts on the high income, high net worth and closely held business owner marketplaces.
Our associates are thought leaders in the advanced markets world applying uncommon thinking to common or unique planning issues or strategies. We help protect, expand, and secure Guardian's agency distribution by working with financial representatives who provide planning strategies to high income/high net worth or business owner clients.
**You will**
Utilize proprietary software platforms to uncover sales opportunities for Guardian's various product lines, including life and disability insurance, mutual funds and annuities, by:
+ Preparing business valuations and model income and estate tax reductions strategies
+ Reviewing 1040 returns as well as 1120/1120S/1065 business tax returns
+ Analyzing balance sheet and income statements to evaluate the liquidity, solvency and financial strength of businesses
+ Work closely with the BRCs Advanced Case Design Team to create proprietary/unique presentation packages/sales concepts to drive activity and sales within the advanced markets space.
Additional Responsibilities Include:
+ Provide technical case support to financial representatives and brokers to identify advanced markets opportunities and design cases that fulfill the needs of prospects and clients and drive sales.
+ Work closely with Guardian's broker dealer (Park Avenue Securities) to drive revenue through PAS's multifaceted product platform.
+ Educate producers, so they can effectively convey advanced planning recommendations to prospects and clients and educate a client's professional tax and legal advisors on concepts and techniques unfamiliar to them.
+ Demonstrate superior presentations skills in all areas of advanced planning.
+ Clearly and concisely explain the tax, legal, and financial/cost aspects of various sales opportunities and financial products in the business, personal, estate, executive benefits, asset protection, retirement planning and charitable planning markets.
+ Collaborate with key enterprise-wide collaborators to facilitate "one-stop shopping" for producers to ease the process of conducting business and to ensure complete and thorough case analysis to discover all planning and cross-offer opportunities.
+ Effectively partner with producers by thoroughly understanding the roles, responsibilities, opportunities, challenges, and mentality of a producer.
+ Be the subject matter expert on various advanced planning concepts to assist in creating and updating marketing collateral.
**You have**
+ Juris Doctor (JD) law degree required
+ CPA preferred
+ CFP/CLU/ChFC preferred
+ Expert knowledge of tax planning, exit planning, business succession, executive benefits, asset protection, estate, retirement planning and charitable planning to identify and develop opportunities in conjunction with our producers
+ Comprehensive knowledge of business owner marketplace and advanced markets concepts and use of financial products in advanced markets strategies
+ Working knowledge of life insurance and disability insurance for businesses (e.g., DIBO, BOE)
+ Superior verbal, written and presentations skills
+ Superior analytical and research skills
+ The flexibility to work efficiently on multiple projects, respond to rapidly changing priorities and work within tight deadlines
Leadership Qualities:
+ Analytical and Critical Thinking
+ Ability to positively influence
+ Adapt to change
+ Collaborate Well with Others
+ Customer Focus
+ Demonstrate Initiative and Proactivity
+ Accountable for Results
+ Information Seeking
+ Respect for Diversity
+ Self-Assurance
**Salary Range:**
$116,350.00 - $191,155.00
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.
**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 guardianlife.com .
Visa Sponsorship:
Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
Senior Compliance Analyst - Park Avenue Securities
Guardian Life job in Albany, NY
Guided by our company Purpose of "Inspiring well-being for our colleagues, consumers, and communities," we are committed to building a best-in-class Law Department. We drive a high-performance culture across our Legal, Compliance, and Government Affairs functions, aligned to "what" we deliver (i.e., our goals and objectives) and "how" we demonstrate our values and behaviors while focusing on the customer. We do this through leveraging a series of core capabilities, which includes accountability, interpersonal effectiveness, ability to demonstrate business savvy, being a subject matter expert, all while supporting the Law Department's Mission to be a trusted advocate and advisor to drive strategic solutions that advance Guardian's purpose, priorities, and values.
Do you want to be part of a collaborative Compliance Legal Team?
As a Senior Compliance Analyst, Park Avenue Securities, and Park Avenue Investment Advisory, you will conduct branch office inspections using risk-based testing methodologies to ensure compliance with FINRA Rule 3110 and, in certain circumstances, various state insurance laws. The Lead Compliance Analyst is responsible for developing a risk-based plan for the branch office inspection, executing the plan, and delivering the results verbally and in writing to various partners.
**You are**
An enthusiastic, self-motivated, high-energy individual who enjoys working in a team environment while executing responsibilities independently. Your ability to multi-task but prioritize allows you to deliver high-quality results in a timely fashion.
**You will**
+ Conduct branch office inspections utilizing risk-based testing methodologies. This includes obtaining background information, analyzing data, determining relevant sample sizes, and conducting testing.
+ Review additional materials and conduct interviews, as needed, to support risk-based testing methodologies or follow-up on potential business risk exposures.
+ Use the results of your risk-based testing in conjunction with your expertise and judgment to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the control environment in the branch office.
+ Timely communicate preliminary findings to your manager and branch office management verbally and then in writing.
+ Assist, as appropriate, with corrective action plans to ensure proper remediation is taken at the branch office and verify the completion of plans.
+ Run multiple inspections simultaneously while timely delivering high-quality results.
+ Stay current with industry and regulatory developments and proactively identify opportunities to improve the branch office program.
+ Volunteer and otherwise assist on other department projects and initiatives.
**You have**
+ Broad knowledge of the financial services industry and FINRA, SEC and State rules and regulations along with a familiarity of state insurance laws (inclusive of NAIC).
+ 3-5 years of broker-dealer and registered investment advisor compliance experience, with experience at an insurance-affiliated broker/dealer as a plus.
+ Prior examination, auditing or testing experience.
+ Series 7; 24 licenses required or obtained within 120 days.
+ A bachelor's degree
+ Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills with comfort making presentations in various settings.
+ No restrictions on travel and extended periods away from home.
**Reporting Relationships**
As our Compliance Analyst, you will report to the Compliance Leader.
**Location /Travel**
Remote role with WFH flexibility. Travel to Guardian offices as needed when requested by the People Leader.
Travel: 50% for business purposes.
**Salary Range:**
$67,450.00 - $110,815.00
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.
**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 guardianlife.com .
Visa Sponsorship:
Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
Long Term Disability Claims Case Manager I
Guardian Life job in Albany, NY
The Long Term Disability (LTD) Claims Case Manager is responsible for making accurate decisions on assigned claims through proactive case management according to the plan provisions, state and federal guidelines, and established protocols. This position consults with other team members, as well as, the Professional Resource Team to assist claimants with return to work efforts when the capability and opportunity exist.
The LTD Claims Case Manager can be located in multiple locations including Bethlehem, PA; Plano, TX; Holmdel, NJ or remote.
**You will**
This position utilizes problem solving, analytical, written and verbal communication skills to deliver timely and appropriate disability claim decisions while providing superior customer service to all internal and external customers. This position partners with coworkers to broaden and enhance their knowledge of complex claim handling.
The LTD Claims Case Manager administers claims within a variety of group sizes ranging from small (2+ lives) to large market (1000+ lives). This position is responsible for determining integrated income to ensure appropriate financial risk and accurate payments are made. The LTD Claims Case Manager is responsible for ensuring all plan provisions are met through the duration of the claim. The LTD Claims Case Manager consults with legal, investigative resources, and financial specialists.
A selected incumbent may be assigned to the Stable and Mature block as well.
**You have**
+ 4 year college degree preferred or equivalent work/education experience
+ Regulatory and Compliance experience a plus
**Functional Skills**
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
+ Ability to exercise independent & sound judgment in decision making
+ Ability to analyze evidence for discrepancies
+ Ability to conduct research using multiple techniques
+ Excellent time management & organizational skills
+ Multitasking with the ability to manage continually changing priorities and ability to prioritize work based on customer service needs and departmental regulations
+ Self-motivated & able to work independently
+ Ability to work collaboratively with multiple professional disciplines and with diverse populations
+ Basic computer skills & knowledge, including Microsoft office
+ Understanding of medical terminology and medical conditions helpful
**Leadership Behaviors**
+ Continuously strives to provide superior products and customer service
+ Expresses oneself in an open and honest manner
+ Demonstrates self-awareness and embraces feedback
+ Consult with the Professional Resource Team area to assess functionality and return to work potential by utilizing available resources
+ Perform and complete timely change in definition investigations by utilizing the Professional Resource Team and outside vendor assistance
+ Partner with the Short Term Disability team on large group claims for early interventions when claims are identified as having potential to transition to Long Term Disability in order to reduce potential risk exposure
**Salary Range:**
$41,880.00 - $62,820.00
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.
**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 guardianlife.com .
Visa Sponsorship:
Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
National Broker Manager, Colonial Life
Albany, NY job
When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive. Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service solutions that enable employees at our client companies to thrive throughout life's moments. And this starts with ensuring that every one of our team members enjoys opportunities to succeed both professionally and personally. To enable this, we provide:
+ Award-winning culture
+ Inclusion and diversity as a priority
+ Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
+ Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
+ Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
+ Mental health support
+ Career advancement opportunities
+ Student loan repayment options
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ Flexible work environments
**_*All the benefits listed above are subject to the terms of their individual Plans_** **.**
And that's just the beginning...
With 10,000 employees helping more than 39 million people worldwide, every role at Unum is meaningful and impacts the lives of our customers. Whether you're directly supporting a growing family, or developing online tools to help navigate a difficult loss, customers are counting on the combined talents of our entire team. Help us help others, and join Team Unum today!
**General Summary:**
General Summary
This National Broker Manager is responsible for leading a team of Regional Broker Managers to drive the growth of broker influenced sales in assigned regions. The individual and their team will partner closely with the regional and territory sales leadership and Colonial Life's agency distribution teams to increase overall broker influenced sales in the region through engagement with targeted broker relationships, increasing effectiveness of independent sales agents, and development of sales marketing strategies. They will also develop strategic plans and cultivate engagement with select national brokerage organizations to deepen partnerships and drive additional sales growth. This role will also aid the Colonial Life leadership team in the ongoing development of Colonial Life's broker distribution growth strategy.
**Principal Duties and Responsibilities**
+ Increase profitable broker influenced sales growth in partnership with the Colonial Life sales organization and home office business partners in both the commercial and public sector markets. Increase the number of new broker influenced accounts in the region.
+ Lead Regional Broker Managers (RBMs) for the assigned region. Train and develop RBMs in to highly effective sales professionals. Accountability for frequent, consistent communication to VPS and TSM business partners regarding the effectiveness of RBM in territory activity and alignment to local market needs.
+ Increase the depth and breadth of broker relationships within the region including driving production from new brokers and increased sales activity with existing broker relationships
+ Personally engage with regional and national practice leaders of select national broker partner organizations. Ensure appropriate distribution alignment between Colonial Life's field organization and national broker partner offices.
+ Create and execute business plans that align with goals of the Regional Vice Presidents of Sales, Territory Sales Managers and the company. Adhere to company's expectation regarding budget and expense management
+ Utilize Colonial Life's overall Value proposition to educate brokers on our expertise in the public sector, commercial, brokerage, and large case markets. Act as a strategic business partner in presentations for potential and existing customers
+ Train and develop the Colonial Life sales hierarchy in the areas of Brokerage, Public Sector and the Colonial Life value proposition.
+ Cultivate strong working relationships with internal and external partners
+ Evaluate potential MAP, Worksite Specialist, Finance Rep, and HO visit requests within assigned region. Work with VPS, Territory Sales Manager and AVP of Broker Market Development to approve or decline requests.
+ Manage and participate in broker meetings, forums, and lunch & learns within assigned region. Create visibility in the market by participating in events, conferences and tradeshows focused on the insurance industry with specific emphasis on the brokerage, national broker and public sector market segments.
+ Engage with the Colonial Life senior leadership team to support the development of Colonial Life's broker market growth strategy.
+ May perform other duties as assigned
**Job Specifications**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
+ 8 + years of broker sales/marketing experience
+ Strong ability to effectively communicate, influence, and persuade.
+ Strong problem solving, planning, and strategic thinking.
+ Broad room presence including professionalism and strong presentation skills
+ Strong organizational leadership skills and a proven track record of effectively leading others.
+ Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
+ Ability to travel 65% to 75% of the time
\#LI-PO1
~IN1
Unum and Colonial Life are part of Unum Group, a Fortune 500 company and leading provider of employee benefits to companies worldwide. Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with international offices in Ireland, Poland and the UK, Unum also has significant operations in Portland, ME, and Baton Rouge, LA - plus over 35 US field offices. Colonial Life is headquartered in Columbia, SC, with over 40 field offices nationwide.
Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Fully and partially leveraged roles are paid pursuant to a uniformly applied sales compensation plan. For partially leveraged roles, a starting salary or salary range will be listed in the above . If salary information is not listed in the job description above, compensation is based solely on commissions.
Additionally, Unum offers a portfolio of benefits and rewards that are competitive and comprehensive including healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental), insurance benefits (short & long-term disability), paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not. All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of individual Plans.
Company:
Colonial Life
Multi-Life Disability and Life Internal Wholesaler
Guardian Life job in Albany, NY
We are seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable individual for the position of Multi-Life Disability and Life Internal Wholesaler. As part of our dynamic sales team, you will play a crucial role in driving the growth of our multi-life disability and life insurance products. This position requires a deep understanding of the product, strong communication skills, critical thinking, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with financial advisors, brokers, and home office partners along with your external wholesalers.
**You will**
+ Develop an in-depth understanding of our MultiLife products, their features, and their competitive advantages.
+ Stay up to date with industry trends, regulations, and market conditions related to our client solutions.
+ Provide sales support to external wholesalers and financial advisors/brokers by assisting with product presentation preparation, and addressing inquiries related to MultiLife, Assist with sales strategies, case design, and proposal development.
+ Establish and cultivate strong relationships with financial advisors, brokers, and all key partners.
+ Act as a trusted resource by providing guidance, resolving issues, and delivering exceptional customer service.
+ Collaborate with internal teams, such as underwriting, our Business Resource Center, Operations, and Marketing, to ensure seamless communication and effective coordination.
+ Identify and prospect potential clients for multi-life solutions. Collaborate with external wholesalers to develop and implement strategic sales plans, targeting specific markets and segments. Sales Tracking and Reporting: Use our systems and other tools to track sales activities, manage quotes, and monitor the progress of sales campaigns.
+ Prepare regular reports and updates for management, highlighting sales performance, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
+ Work with MultiLife inforce account managers to help coordinate key renewal dates and marketplace delivery for our existing customers.
+ Regarding our inforce block of business, the internal wholesaler will assist with communication between account managers, the producer, the client, and the external wholesaler as needed.
**You have**
+ Bachelor's degree required.
+ Minimum of 3 years of experience in the insurance industry, preferably in a sales or wholesaling role focused on disability insurance and or life insurance.
+ 2+ years of management experience
+ Strong knowledge of multi-life insurance products, underwriting guidelines, and industry regulations.
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively serve our key partners, solve problems, and anticipate issues that may negatively impact our key partners and clients.
+ Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with financial advisors, brokers, and key partners.
**Salary Range:**
$60,000 - $67,500
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.
**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 guardianlife.com .
Visa Sponsorship:
Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
AI Innovation Lead - Data Science Lab
Guardian Life job in Albany, NY
**Lead AI Innovation Lead - Data Science Lab** Guardian is on a transformation journey to evolve into a modern, forward-thinking insurance company committed to enhancing the wellbeing of its customers and their families. As part of the Data & AI team, this role presents a distinctive opportunity to collaborate with the CDAO and the Head of Data Science, actively contributing to Guardian's ongoing evolution.
Guardian's Data & AI team spearheads a culture of data insights across Guardian, facilitating the successful realization of our strategic initiatives. Our core activities encompass creating business value from our data and analytic products. Key responsibilities include data lifecycle management, insight development, and data product delivery. We are a team of data analysts, data product owners, data scientists and most importantly, data business leaders. Our solutions and actions are critical to Guardian's revenue growth, risk management and customer experience.
Guardian created a Data Science Lab (DSL) to reimagine insurance in light of emerging technology, societal shifts, and evolving consumer needs. The DSL will expedite Guardian's transition to data-driven decision making and insight generation, fostering long-term innovation. The DSL will establish rapid testing capabilities for new technology and the translation of pioneering research into practical, enterprise-wide solutions.
In this role as Managing Lead Data Scientist for the DSL, you'll be entrusted with the crucial task of managing the DSL and devising AI strategy for the Data Science team. Your responsibilities will include identifying new AI capabilities, coming up with solutions to scale the Data Science team, leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence, to drive enterprise-wide innovation across various business lines and Guardian products. You'll collaborate with senior executives on high-impact high-visibility projects to deliver AI/ML solutions that will be market-tested and deployed to make a real difference to risk management and Guardian's overall financial performance. Successful candidates bring expertise in insurance and financial services, a passion for applying cutting-edge ML and AI insights, and the ability to design and implement data science capabilities that foster growth, competitive advantage, and customer satisfaction.
**Key Responsibilities Include:**
Leadership & Strategy
+ Lead the Data Science Lab (DSL) by setting strategic direction, driving innovation, and ensuring alignment with Guardian Life's business goals and digital transformation initiatives.
+ Manage and mentor a high-performing team of data scientists, fostering a culture of continuous learning, experimentation, and excellence.
+ Monitor developments across the AI and data science community to position Guardian as a leader in responsible and effective AI adoption.
+ Report and communicate progress, opportunities, and risks to executive stakeholders, delivering insights and recommendations in a clear, actionable manner.
Innovation & Research
+ Stay current with advancements in machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), and industry trends to identify and evaluate emerging capabilities and technologies.
+ Collaborate with academic and industry partners to develop and test novel AI/ML methods and approaches.
+ Introduce and apply ML/AI innovations to practical, high-impact opportunities across Guardian's business units.
+ Create patentable technologies and methodologies that drive long-term innovation.
AI/ML Development
+ Build and lead experimentation efforts to validate the feasibility and impact of new data science techniques in real-world insurance use cases.
+ Develop capabilities in Deep Learning, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Generative AI.
+ Apply AI/ML to unstructured data sources such as insurance contracts, medical records, sales notes, and customer service logs.
+ Deliver solutions that enhance underwriting risk assessment, claims auto-adjudication, and customer servicing.
Operational Excellence
+ Establish scalable processes, frameworks, and governance models for efficient and responsible AI/ML development, testing, and deployment.
+ Assess and recommend cutting-edge tools, platforms, and technologies to enhance data science workflows and model lifecycle management.
+ Actively participate in proof-of-concept evaluations of new data, software, and technologies.
Collaboration & Integration
+ Collaborate cross-functionally with business leaders, technology teams, and data professionals to translate business challenges into AI-driven solutions.
+ Contribute to the standardization of data science tools, processes, and best practices across the enterprise.
+ Function as the data science expert in internal and external meetings, including vendor engagements and industry conferences
**You are:**
+ You are passionate about cutting-edge technology and keen on applying new AI/ML algorithms and approaches.
+ You are analytically driven, intellectually curious, and experienced leading the development and implementation of data and analytic solutions to solve challenging business problems.
+ You enjoy leading and managing a team of data scientist to crack hard to solve problems with AI/ML and seeing it deployed in-market and generating value for Guardian. You enjoy collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team including data engineers, business analysts, software developers and functional business experts and business leaders.
+ You have demonstrated track record of managing data science teams and working with business leaders.
**You have:**
+ PhD with 6+ years of experience, Master's degree with 8+ years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience in Computer Science, Engineering, Applied mathematics or related field
+ 7+ years of hands-on ML modeling/development experience
+ Extensive experience in deep learning models including Large Language Models (LLM) and Natural Language Processing (NLP)
+ Hands-on experience with GPU, distributed computing and applying parallelism to ML solutions
+ Strong programming skills in Python including PyTorch and/or Tensorflow
+ Solid background in algorithms and a range of ML models
+ Experience leading team of Data Scientist of four or more
+ Excellent communication skills and ability to work and collaborating cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and other disciplines at both the leadership and hands-on level
+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with superb attention to detail
+ Proven leadership in providing technical leadership and mentoring to data scientists and strong management skills with ability to monitor/track performance for enterprise success
**Location:**
+ Three days a week at a Guardian office in New York, NY, Holmdel, NJ, Boston, MA, Stamford, CT, Pittsfield, MA or Bethlehem, PA
+ Remote Candidates who can travel up to 20% of the time to our New York office will be considered.
**Salary Range:**
$152,290.00 - $250,195.00
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.
**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 *************. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site.
**Visa Sponsorship**
Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
**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 guardianlife.com .
Visa Sponsorship:
Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
Senior Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails & React)
Albany, NY job
Our Fortune 500 company is driving a digital transformation and looking for forward-thinking innovators to disrupt how our industry thinks about and uses technology. As one of the world's leading employee benefits providers, we help millions of people gain affordable access to benefits that help them protect their families, their finances and their futures.
Are you an asker of questions, a solver of problems, and a challenger of the status quo? Our mission is to provide a differentiated customer experience and exceed the expectations people have of technology at any company - not just insurers.
We are seeking individuals to join our team of talented IT professionals who share never-ending passion and an unwavering focus on our customer experience. Team members comfortable working in an agile, fast-paced, and delivery-focused environment thrive in our environment where we value an entrepreneurial spirit and those who challenge the status-quo.
Unum is changing, and we're excited about what's next. Join us.
**General Summary:**
Unum is hiring a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer!
As a key member of our Agile team, you'll drive the design, development, and delivery of innovative, cloud-based solutions that align with enterprise architecture standards. You'll collaborate with Technical Product Owners, Principal Engineers, and business architects to create scalable, high-quality applications.
In this role, you'll work on our Leave Logic product using Ruby on Rails, React, JavaScript, and AWS services, with expertise in PostgreSQL, RDS, EC2, and ElasticSearch. Beyond building exceptional solutions, you'll mentor engineers and help shape the future of our technology and talent.
**Job Specifications**
**Bachelors of Computer Science is preferred, or equivalent relevant business experience**
**Passionate about delivering solutions that excite and delight our customers; holds self to high standards of delivery**
**6+ years' experience in software development and delivery track record in a range or roles in a scrum environment**
+ **Experience with Ruby On Rails, React, (Java Script, AWS, PostgreSQL, RDS, EC2, Elastic Search) is required.**
**Clearly demonstrates analytical ability and critical thinking skills**
**Takes a logical, analytical approach to problem solving and pays close attention to detail**
**Skilled in Agile development/methodologies**
**Self motivated and results oriented; able to motivate others**
**Takes an innovative approach to problem solving**
**Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills; experience leading groups of people through discussions, technical or otherwise**
**Strong team player; able to work effectively within a team and more broadly with people from a variety of backgrounds and areas across the organization.**
**Strong experience of test driven development (TDD) and unit testing, leveraging automation toolsets**
**Strong experience in continuous integration**
**Principal Duties and Responsibilities**
+ Leads the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of new and existing features for applications within a business area.
+ Provides technical leadership and direction for EPIC feature delivery.
+ Ensures application solutions meet agreed quality attributes (e.g., performance, fault tolerance, security, scalability).
+ Designs, codes, configures, tests, maintains, and documents software deliverables using established standards and tools.
+ Collaborates with Principal Software Engineers and architects on coding standards, processes, tooling, and frameworks.
+ Completes design of application components aligned with reference architecture.
+ Actively seeks cloud-based, buy-over-build solutions.
+ Ensures product backlog includes appropriate technical stories and participates in prioritization.
+ Mentors Software Engineers and Associate Software Engineers.
+ Owns application solution quality from design through deployment and operations; contributes to software standards.
+ Communicates and collaborates with key stakeholders to ensure successful feature delivery.
+ Maintains technical understanding of third-party/cloud solutions and their implementation.
+ Evaluates technical impacts and coordinates implementation of new product releases.
+ Participates in sizing, estimation, code reviews, and sprint retrospectives; promotes continuous improvement.
+ Focuses on delivering business value and priorities.
+ Ensures quality of features through manual and automated testing and continuous integration.
+ Designs solutions aligned with company architecture and standards; participates in proof-of-concept and prototyping.
+ Collaborates with Business Analysts to clarify requirements and ensure technical feasibility.
+ Works with UX designers to translate designs into efficient solutions.
+ Partners with Test Engineers to meet definition of done and ensure smooth transition through production stages.
+ Contributes to team innovation by suggesting improvements and evaluating new processes/technologies.
+ Supports transition of features to production, ensuring performance, stability, and compliance with release standards.
+ May serve as Scrum Master for an agile team.
+ Automates testing to industry standards for high-quality delivery and efficient regression.
+ Keeps ALM tools updated; participates in daily standups to report progress and impediments.
+ Maintains customer-centric mindset, ensuring solutions enhance user experience.
\#LI-TO1
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\#LI-MULTI
Our company is built on helping individuals and families, and this starts with our employees. We want employees to maintain a positive balance, which is why we provide access to the benefits and resources they need to invest in themselves. From our onsite fitness facilities and generous paid time off to employee professional development programs, we are committed to helping employees live and work their best - both inside and outside the office.
Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
The base salary range for applicants for this position is listed below. Unless actual salary is indicated above in the job description, actual pay will be based on skill, geographical location and experience.
$89,400.00-$183,500.00
Additionally, Unum offers a portfolio of benefits and rewards that are competitive and comprehensive including healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental), insurance benefits (short & long-term disability), performance-based incentive plans, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not. All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of individual Plans.
Company:
Unum
Underwriting Manager Executive Benefits
Guardian Life job in Pittsfield, MA
We are seeking a self-assured, autonomous professional with outstanding consulting and negotiation skills to lead our underwriting team. In this role, you will blend detailed analysis with strategic understanding to make sound, case-by-case decisions that drive business objectives and deliver client-focused solutions.
You will lead a group of underwriters and pre-sale coordinators. You will set underwriting guidelines and work with sales, product, actuarial, and operations to improve risk strategies. Your expertise in life and disability underwriting, risk assessment, and market trends will position you to shape innovative solutions and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
This is an opportunity to influence underwriting strategy, enhance processes, and champion growth initiatives in a dynamic, evolving market.
**You are**
A confident, independent professional with exceptional consulting and negotiation skills. You consistently demonstrate sound judgment and can clearly articulate your decisions on a case-by-case basis, balancing analytical rigor with strategic insight to support business objectives.
**You will**
+ Develop and enforce underwriting guidelines, workflows and standard processes
+ Partner with Sales and Distribution teams to support producer relationships
+ Collaborate with product, actuarial and operations teams to deliver client focused solutions
+ Monitor KPIs and ensure underwriting decisions align with risk appetite
+ Drive improvements in execution and efficiency in risk assessment and renewal process
+ Serve as escalation point for challenging cases and exceptions
+ Ensure adherence to compliance and quality standards
**You have**
**Professional Experience:**
+ 5-7 years of insurance risk management experience, experience in life and disability underwriting, experience in Guarantee Issue Case Level Underwriting for Individual Disability and Executive Benefit Life a plus.
+ Minimum 3-4 years in a supervisory or management role.
+ Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
**Technical Experience:**
+ Strong knowledge of underwriting principles, risk assessment methodologies, rating and pricing strategies and insurance regulations.
+ Skilled in approving/declining complex or high value cases.
+ Familiarity with underwriting software, data analysis tools and performance metric tracking (KPIs like loss ratio, turn around time and close ratio)
**Leadership:**
+ Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor underwriting teams
+ Experience in creating underwriting policies, training programs, and performance improvement initiatives
+ Strong decision-making under pressure and problem-solving capabilities
**Communication & Collaboration:**
+ Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
+ Experience collaborating cross-functionally with sales, product, actuarial, claims, legal, compliance, and broker teams.
**Strategic & Analytical Thinking:**
+ Proficiency in analyzing market data, economic trends and emerging risks to shape underwriting strategies
+ Capability to set departmental KPI, monitor performance, and adjust underwriting guidelines to optimize profitability and compliance.
+ Drive innovative initiatives to enhance, optimize and automate support growth
**Regulatory Compliance:**
+ Thorough understanding of legal and regulatory requirements in insurance underwriting
+ Ensure underwriting policies practices align with internal policies and external regulatory standards
**Location**
+ Bethlehem, PA or Pittsfield, MA
+ Hybrid - In office 3 days per week
**Salary Range:**
$86,210.00 - $141,635.00
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.
**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 *************. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site.
**Visa Sponsorship**
Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
**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 guardianlife.com .
Visa Sponsorship:
Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
Disability Claims Specialist - Pittsfield, MA
Guardian Life job in Pittsfield, MA
At Guardian, we live our Purpose every day. As champions of wellbeing for ourselves, our communities, and consumers, we focus as a team to turn what's possible into a reality. We create experiences for you to grow and enrich your career and future as a Disability Claims Specialist. We believe in your aspirations for purpose, leadership, and achievement in your professional and personal lives.
We will help build the core competencies you will need to be a successful Disability Claims Specialist. In your first year, we will provide extensive training in a highly supportive environment.
If you have an internal drive to investigate using your critical thinking skills assessing policy matters and can manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines, this is your opportunity to make a difference, grow your career, and be a part of moving the organization into the future.
In the role, you will
* Analyze policy language, medical, financial, and other claim documentation.
* Apply critical thinking, investigative, and problem-solving skills to make objective claims decisions.
* Demonstrate resourcefulness in navigating complex situations and utilizing available tools, systems, and information to find thoughtful, effective solutions.
* Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in writing with a variety of audiences including customers, as well as medical, financial, legal resources, and other key stakeholders.
* Engage in extensive phone communication with customers; comfort and professionalism in live conversations is essential. Phone interactions are the primary mode of customer contact.
* Work independently with self-motivation while embracing collaboration when needed.
* Maintain composure and direction in high pressure situations.
* Utilize communication skills to meet the customer's needs, while demonstrating empathy, flexibility, responsiveness, and an action-oriented approach.
* Be expected to travel to meet with customers in-person.
You have
* Bachelor's degree or high school diploma with equivalent work experience.
* Demonstrate strong verbal skills for real-time conversations and equally strong written skills for clear, concise, and professional correspondence.
* Intrinsically motivated with a strong sense of accountability.
* Desire to engage customers with a solution-oriented mindset.
* Strong analytical skills, with attention to detail.
* Ability to navigate multiple systems, resources, and information streams simultaneously.
* Experience with prioritizing with competing deadlines.
* Desire to grow and develop professionally through continuous learning and feedback.
Location
The primary office location for this position is Pittsfield, MA with occasional travel to meet business needs.
Salary Range:
$40,960.00 - $61,435.00
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.
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.
Auto-ApplyMulti-Life Billing and Service Specialist
Guardian Life job in Pittsfield, MA
Are you a problem solver who enjoys diving into issues, breaking down barriers and providing solutions? Do you enjoy challenges and possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with both external customers and business teams? Is a culture where People Count, We Do the Right Thing, and We Hold Ourselves to Very High Standards important to you? If so, then you might be our next Multi-Life Billing & Service Specialist!
**You will**
+ Process timely and accurate invoices
+ Manage post-sale operations to meet the needs of various clients
+ Manage end to end communication, resolution and communication to customer inquires
+ Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned Multi-Life customers
+ Proactively manage customer plans activity to ensure integrity of all assigned accounts, timely communication, and accurate data
+ Provide upfront and continual education of the customer on Guardian processes, policies, procedures including self- service functionality and navigation.
+ Develop and provide technical expertise relative to Guardian system platforms
+ Proactively solve complex scenarios
+ Assist when necessary issuing policies
**You have**
+ Proficiency in Excel
+ Strong analytical skills
+ Strong organizational and administrative skills
+ Strong verbal and written communication
+ Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to function effectively without close supervision.
+ Critical thinking skills
+ Bachelors or equivalent work experience.
+ Individual DI and/or multi-life DI product knowledge preferred
+ Experience in new business processing and/or policyholder service is desirable
**Salary Range:**
$42,830.00 - $64,250.00
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.
**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 *************. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site.
**Visa Sponsorship**
Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
**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 guardianlife.com .
Visa Sponsorship:
Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
Home Infusion Nurse - Accredo - Albany, NY
Albany, NY job
Take your nursing skills to the next level by helping to improve lives with Accredo, the specialty pharmacy division of Evernorth Health Services. We are looking for dedicated registered nurses like you to administer intravenous medications to patients in their homes.
As a Home Infusion Registered Nurse at Accredo, you'll travel to patients' homes to provide critical infusion medications. However, this job is about more than just administering meds; it's about building relationships with patients and seeing the positive impact of your care. You'll work independently, making decisions that lead to the best outcomes for your patients. You'll drive growth in your career by challenging yourself to use your nursing skills, confidence, and positive attitude to handle even the toughest situations, with the support from your team.
For more than 30 years, Accredo by Evernorth has delivered dedicated, first-class care and services for patients. We partner closely with prescribers, payers, and specialty manufacturers. Bring your drive and passion for purpose. You'll get the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.
**How you'll make a difference and improve lives:**
+ Empower Patients: Focus on the overall well-being of your patients. Work with pharmacists and therapeutic resource centers to ensure that patients' needs are met and to help them achieve their best health.
+ Administer Medications: Take full responsibility for administering IV infusion medications in patients' homes.
+ Provide follow-up care and manage responses to ensure their well-being.
+ Stay Connected: Be the main point of contact for updates on patient status. Document all interactions, including assessments, treatments, and progress, to keep track of their journey.
**Requirements:**
+ Active RN license in the state where you'll be working and living
+ 2+ years of RN experience
+ 1+ year of experience in critical care, acute care, or home healthcare
+ Strong skills in IV insertion
+ Valid driver's license
+ Willingness to travel to patients' homes within a large geographic region
+ Ability to work 40 hours a week (can include days, evenings, and weekends, per business need)
+ Flexibility to work different shifts on short notice and be available for on-call visits as needed
If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 76,900 - 128,100 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.
This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That's why you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you'll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, visit Life at Cigna Group .
**About Evernorth Health Services**
Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.
_Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws._
_If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email:_ _*********************_ _for support. Do not email_ _*********************_ _for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response._
_The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State._
_Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances._
CARE Team Leader, New Business
Guardian Life job in Pittsfield, MA
As a CARE Team Leader, you'll ensure the team delivers on our goal to show genuine care for our field partner and consumers through the work that we do within the Life Insurance and Disability vertical. Your team is highly motivated and empowered to take ownership and accountability for each interaction by proactively seeking to understand the individuals behind the work, keep our field partners and consumers informed during every step of their request, demonstrate genuine care, and actively engage with our field partners to create meaningful and unexpected experiences. CARE expresses the emotion we want to generate, and it's also an acronym for Communicate, Advocate, Respond, and Empower - the actions needed to show CARE.
Must have prior operational/people management to be considered.
You Are
* A leader who can execute and follow through on commitments; hold yourself accountable to meet strategic priorities.
* Skilled in motivating and empowering teams to take ownership and accountability for the consumer experience and to deliver results.
* Confident and skilled to control consumer and field escalations; able to utilize resources and use logic to solve problems quickly.
* A shrewd communicator who can provide focused, constructive, honest updates and feedback.
* Goal-oriented and able to deliver results aligned with the business priorities and goals.
* Highly focused on the consumer and know how to translate that into actionable leadership; and able to support the team's work, as necessary.
* Highly focused on staff development and success; inclusive to know how to leverage your talent to delegate, offer stretch assignments, and co-create meaningful development and career plans based on skill development needs.
* Understanding operational and consumer service metrics and controls and their importance in achieving business goals.
You Will
* Lead others effectively and drive positive change within the organization.
* Collaborate with teams and maintain a hands-on approach to leadership and data.
* Demonstrate exceptional communication skills and an innovative, proactive mindset.
* Drive a consumer-centric operation and understand what it takes to deliver an excellent consumer experience.
* Mitigate risk related to regulations such as NAIC illustration & replacement rules and NY Reg 187.
* Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements while balancing field and consumer experience.
* Build strong relationships with IM Operations & Service leadership and cross-functional business partners across Guardian.
* Stay informed and proactive about field and consumer experience through relationship-building.
You Have
* MUST HAVE: Operational/People leadership experience to be considered.
* Experience in insurance operations, preferred, proficient in managing multiple lines of business, a plus.
* A BA/BS degree or equivalent industry experience is preferred.
* Exceptional and proactive communication skills and are confident to present ideas and team accomplishments to leadership in an executive summary style
* Superior organizational skills and attention to detail across a variety of assignments; able to set and meet deadlines
* Ability to identify patterns and trends and drive proactive and practical solutions.
* Strong proficiency in Outlook, Microsoft Word, and creating Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations preferred.
Location
This is a hybrid role, 3 days a week onsite at in either Bethlehem, PA or Pittsfield, MA.
Salary Range:
$67,450.00 - $110,815.00
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.
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.
Auto-ApplyBilingual Customer Benefit Advisor I
Albany, NY job
When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive. Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service solutions that enable employees at our client companies to thrive throughout life's moments. And this starts with ensuring that every one of our team members enjoys opportunities to succeed both professionally and personally. To enable this, we provide:
+ Award-winning culture
+ Inclusion and diversity as a priority
+ Performance Based Incentive Plans
+ Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
+ Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
+ Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
+ Mental health support
+ Career advancement opportunities
+ Student loan repayment options
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ Flexible work environments
**_*All the benefits listed above are subject to the terms of their individual Plans_** **.**
And that's just the beginning...
With 10,000 employees helping more than 39 million people worldwide, every role at Unum is meaningful and impacts the lives of our customers. Whether you're directly supporting a growing family, or developing online tools to help navigate a difficult loss, customers are counting on the combined talents of our entire team. Help us help others, and join Team Unum today!
**General Summary:**
Minimum starting hourly rate is $22.00
The Customer Benefit Advisor (CBA) I is the entry level in a three-level career path. A CBA I is a critical first point of contact for our customers.
To be successful in this role, the incumbent is responsible for demonstrating exceptional customer service for business serviced by Unum/Colonial Life. It is critical to provide accurate information on benefits, claims, and or policy administration with minimal operational oversight. Incumbents in this role will be tasked with compiling information for multiple product types, from multiple systems, and providing responses to customers that are thorough, clear, and concise. All work is carefully performed according to established protocols/procedures.
In this role, incumbents must demonstrate a willingness to provide strong customer service - providing accurate information to customers, expressing appropriate empathy, and resolving customer issues where appropriate. This position requires the use of multiple system applications and administrative processes. While service is focused on our external customers, this position is responsible for creating detailed/appropriate documentation for our internal cross-functional business partners.
In addition to providing excellent customer service in accordance with established standards, incumbents will need to demonstrate proficiency in individual metrics (i.e. accuracy, post-interaction surveys, average handle time, after call work, schedule adherence, etc.) that are in line with pre-set expectations and drive results for the Customer Contact Center.
**Principal Duties and Responsibilities**
+ Be the customers' first line of sight (advisor) by being available to assist via multiple avenues of communication with timely and accurate information regarding policy and coverage-related questions.
+ Meet or exceed company goals and metrics to guarantee the best experience for customers.
+ Be open and motivated by feedback and guidance to be at your best for customers.
+ Protect customers' privacy (both internal and external) and reassure them with empathy and professionalism.
+ Be available to work a regularly assigned shift between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm Eastern time Monday-Friday.
+ Reliable attendance in accordance with contact center attendance guidelines.
+ Successfully complete all required training and associated support periods.
+ Ability to obtain information from multiple systems and relay to customers in a seamless manner.
+ Follow all documented processes/workflow to enhance customer service and reduce customer effort/operating efficiency.
+ Utilize resources and tools to accurately respond to customer inquiries.
+ Demonstrate a passion for the values outlined in value statements.
+ May perform other duties as assigned.
**Job Specifications**
+ 1 year customer service experience preferred, with a strong preference that the experience be in the insurance/healthcare/medical/financial field or equivalent area.
+ Highschool diploma or GED required.
+ Successful completion of Contact Center training program, including demonstrating phone proficiency and passing required knowledge checks.
+ A passion for helping customers and exceeding their expectations with high integrity.
+ Answering customer inquiries, translating documents and acting as an interpreter for English and Spanish languages.
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to flex your communication style to best meet the needs of customers, both in English and Spanish.
+ Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, structured environment, answering numerous inquiries for customers at their greatest time of need.
+ Strong computer and multi-tasking skills as well as the ability to confidently work in multiple systems with dual monitors.
+ Familiarity with Microsoft applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
+ Intellectual curiosity and a desire to continually learn and grow.
+ An excellent work ethic and ability to adapt and work successfully in a continually changing environment.
+ Dependability - being available when needed by teammates and customers.
+ Comfortable with video communications via MS Teams throughout the day to communicate with teammates and leadership face to (virtual) face.
+ Must meet attendance requirements and in office expectations when applicable.
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Unum and Colonial Life are part of Unum Group, a Fortune 500 company and leading provider of employee benefits to companies worldwide. Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with international offices in Ireland, Poland and the UK, Unum also has significant operations in Portland, ME, and Baton Rouge, LA - plus over 35 US field offices. Colonial Life is headquartered in Columbia, SC, with over 40 field offices nationwide.
Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
The base salary range for applicants for this position is listed below. Unless actual salary is indicated above in the job description, actual pay will be based on skill, geographical location and experience.
$36,000.00-$62,400.00
Additionally, Unum offers a portfolio of benefits and rewards that are competitive and comprehensive including healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental), insurance benefits (short & long-term disability), performance-based incentive plans, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not. All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of individual Plans.
Company:
Unum
Head of Annuity Product Management - FIA and RILA
Guardian Life job in Pittsfield, MA
Do you want to be part of a collaborative team shaping the future of Guardian's annuity product strategy? Are you a strategic thinker who thrives on solving complex challenges, navigating regulatory landscapes, and leading high-performing teams? Do you bring deep expertise in Fixed Indexed Annuities (FIA) and Registered Index-Linked Annuities (RILA) and a passion for delivering customer-centric solutions?
At Guardian, we do the right thing, we believe people count, we courageously shape our future together, and we go above and beyond for the people we serve. If these values resonate with you, Guardian is seeking a Head of Annuity Product Management - FIA and RILA to lead the development and execution of our annuity product strategy, drive innovation, and deliver long-term business value.
You are
A strategic product leader with deep expertise in FIA and RILA annuities. You excel at translating market insights into innovative, customer-focused solutions and driving execution through cross-functional teams. You lead through others, influence senior stakeholders, and make high-impact decisions that shape Guardian's annuity strategy and long-term growth.
You will
* Lead the development and execution of Guardian's FIA and RILA product strategy to drive growth and differentiation.
* Translate market insights, regulatory changes, and customer needs into actionable product roadmaps.
* Oversee product lifecycle management, including ideation, pricing, launch, and optimization.
* Collaborate across distribution, legal, compliance, and technology teams to ensure successful product delivery.
* Influence senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to align priorities and resolve critical issues.
* Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships to support strategic and operational goals.
* Develop talent through subordinate managers, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Key stakeholders include Guardian Product, Technology, Marketing, Operations, Legal, and Distribution.
You have
* 10+ years of experience in annuity product development or management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
* Deep knowledge of FIA and RILA products, including pricing, regulatory.
* Deep knowledge of annuity distribution channels and partnerships.
* A strong track record of delivering innovative solutions that drive financial performance and customer value.
* Experience leading through managers, developing talent, and influencing across functions.
* Ability to gain consensus and lead efforts in a matrixed organization
* A bachelor's degree and MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Salary Range:
$151,950.00 - $249,630.00
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.
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.
Auto-ApplyInvestment Performance and Analytics Associate II
Day, NY job
Investment Controllership
Full-Time
New York, NY, Boston, MA or Springfield, MA
The Opportunity
As an Investment Performance and Analytics Associate in the Controllers Organization of Corporate Finance you will join us as we continue our progress towards becoming best in class financial stewards for MassMutual. We are forward-thinking and seek others who will leverage their curiosity and take initiative. Join us as a partner who will work collaboratively and with determination to leave the company in a better place than you found it. As an Accounting Associate in our Investment Accounting area, you will be a key contributor on the team that manages and executes investment accounting and analysis, including oversight of financial reporting outcomes of all MassMutual investment products. You will thrive in a highly dynamic and agile accounting environment, where we are focused on both execution and improvement of outcomes. If you want to continue your career as a part of a diverse team of highly motivated professionals who are focused on driving process improvement, meaningful analysis and control execution for insurance accounting activities, this role is for you! We look forward to returning to the office in a hybrid structure to maximize collaboration and flexibility, blending time working remotely and in the office, at either our Boston, MA or Springfield, MA locations.
The Team
The Investment Controllership team is a high-profile team in the Controllers organization, comprised of accountants who oversee our various asset classes and investment activity. The team continues to grow in support of our growing level of assets, key initiatives, and special projects. Our team has high business acumen and is driven to provide timely and accurate financial information to our customers. We pride ourselves on working with agility and being a reliable source of information in the organization. We strive to continuously improve by working together as team to make each other and our processes better. Our culture thrives on inquisitive approaches to our work to help identify issues with specificity and demonstrate high levels of accountability to make things right.
The Impact:
As an Investment Performance and Data Analytics Associate in our Investments Accounting area, you will help in the accurate, timely completion of monthly, quarterly and annual accounting close cycles for complex investment accounting by effectively planning, monitoring, and problem solving. You will contribute to the completion of the investment accounting of financial transactions ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting regulations. This includes working with big data, visualization, analytics, presentation and oversight of yield and performance across all asset types including, fixed income, alternative investment and subsidiaries. Your daily/monthly responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Develops comprehensive data analysis and expectation of investment return and performance by major and minor assets type and perform flux analysis and provide insight into to variance.
Analyze trends and results, use strong business acumen and communication skills collaborating with peers and the financial reporting team to draft and contribute to commentary which enables readers to quickly understand how performance is impacting financial results.
Supports the Controller & Financial reporting team in providing accounting information such as financial statements, footnote schedules, regulatory reports and other management reports.
Effectively collaborates with accounting policy, the chief Investment office, tax, financial reporting capital management and business unit controllers.
Lead the research and implementation of new GAAP investment accounting requirements and determines the accounting process for new investments and investment related transactions.
Uses professional insight to identify and implement accounting improvements that increase the business value and efficiency of the team. Initiates and/or leads increasingly complex projects and continuous improvement activities that may span beyond the scope of the team's responsibilities. Responsible for leading problem solving to improve quality, close cycle times, increase efficiencies, improve employee engagement and customer satisfaction.
The Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
4+ years of data analytics, performance measurement, accounting or financial reporting experience in Assets Management or Financial Services industry
The Ideal Qualifications
Prior exposure to investment accounting, subsidiary ledger processing and related investment matters a plus!
CPA or CFA progress towards preferred
Experience working on big data, logical analytics and ratio analysis and presentation in identifying internal control issues and remediation efforts.
Preferred experience working with and supporting several corporate units.
Preferred experience working in a Lean Six Sigma environment with strong root cause problem solving experience.
Ability to partner with and influence business leaders and peers in investment process resign and improvements.
Experience using investment data and information to analyze and communicate the implications of investment accounting and ERP tools (SAP, Hyperion, NetSuite, etc.).
Intellectual curiosity to continue learning and adding breadth and depth to understanding.
What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team
Regular meetings with the Investments Accounting Team
Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms.
Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits.
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Salary Range:
$99,800-$131,000
At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.
Why Join Us.
We've been around since 1851. During our history, we've learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.
We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It's more than our company structure - it's our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.
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At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component. For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our
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Auto-ApplyBusiness Program Manager, Practice Development
Guardian Life job in Pittsfield, MA
Are you the colleague others turn to for input and leadership on a variety of projects? Someone who naturally excels at relationship building, execution and leveraging insights & feedback to inform business strategy? Do you love variety in your work and the opportunity to problem solve and propose fresh strategies to the team? If so, the Practice Development Team is seeking a Business Program Manager. The right colleague will join our team to help us shape and execute Financial Professional (FP) productivity initiatives that are critical to the growth of our business.
**You are**
+ A self-starter who loves to solve problems independently and with others
+ Someone who takes initiative and isn't shy about jumping in, asking thoughtful questions and proposing solutions
+ A relationship builder adept at working independently and with diverse teams and stakeholders across a variety of functions
+ An enthusiastic, big-picture thinker who values data and experience when making business decisions
+ A skilled communicator in both conveying project needs and priorities as well as sharing the story of the impact of the team's work
+ Someone who effectively leads large, complex initiatives while still executing on day-to-day work
+ A team player who can collaborate effectively in a dispersed team setting to engage others to accomplish meaningful work
**You will**
As a key member of the Practice Development team, this role will lead cross-functional efforts to identify, prioritize, and execute strategies that enhance FP productivity. Because The Living Balance Sheet (LBS), Guardian's proprietary planning platform, is a proven driver of FP productivity, this position will sit with the LBS team.
+ Be a key contributor as we enhance our New Org Productivity strategy by:
+ Leveraging your relationship building and research skills to work with internal, Field and external partners to understand current state and greatest areas of opportunity to influence productivity of FPs in their first 5 years in the business
+ Leading a cross-functional working group to establish strategy, measures of success and priorities to drive new org productivity
+ Collaborating with Practice Development leadership and key partners drive execution on commitments and continuously measure results
+ Learning LBS philosophy in order to provide connection and coordination on efforts to integrate LBS with aligned initiatives
+ Support evolution of our Teaming Strategy by:
+ Better understanding Team structures at Guardian and forming a point of view on how to track and measure Team productivity
+ Partnering with other business areas to align resources, establish a connected strategy and define a roadmap to evolve the way we support Team-based practices
+ Partnering with Learning & Development to consider new ways to support Team development - expanding on existing Teaming program and adding resources to develop the skills Agency Leaders need to add value to Teams
+ Serve as a key partner for additional FP-focused initiatives with specific responsibility for:
+ Forbes / Shook Recognition program for top Producers
+ Six Sigma / Practice Management Consultations as incorporated into our learning & development strategy
+ Field philanthropic programs
**You have**
+ A minimum of 10+ years experience and 5+ years of experience in financial services, including deep familiarity with Career Agency Distribution systems, Financial Professionals and the important role Agency Leaders play in coaching and developing advisors
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
+ A portfolio of experiences leading complex, cross-functional initiatives to set strategic vision, drive alignment and execution across diverse teams
+ Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills demonstrated by experience leading Lean initiatives, Kaizen events, or cross-functional process improvement projects
+ A proactive and innovative mindset, consistently identifying opportunities and delivering impactful outcomes through collaboration
+ Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to synthesize research and stakeholder insights into strategic, data-informed solutions
+ Experience applying process improvement methodologies to drive measurable business outcomes; certification preferred but not required
+ Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to engage diverse audiences
**Travel**
+ Up to 15% travel within US
**Salary Range:**
$86,210.00 - $141,635.00
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.
**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 guardianlife.com .
Visa Sponsorship:
Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
AI Innovation Lead - Data Science Lab
Guardian Life job in Pittsfield, MA
**Lead AI Innovation Lead - Data Science Lab** Guardian is on a transformation journey to evolve into a modern, forward-thinking insurance company committed to enhancing the wellbeing of its customers and their families. As part of the Data & AI team, this role presents a distinctive opportunity to collaborate with the CDAO and the Head of Data Science, actively contributing to Guardian's ongoing evolution.
Guardian's Data & AI team spearheads a culture of data insights across Guardian, facilitating the successful realization of our strategic initiatives. Our core activities encompass creating business value from our data and analytic products. Key responsibilities include data lifecycle management, insight development, and data product delivery. We are a team of data analysts, data product owners, data scientists and most importantly, data business leaders. Our solutions and actions are critical to Guardian's revenue growth, risk management and customer experience.
Guardian created a Data Science Lab (DSL) to reimagine insurance in light of emerging technology, societal shifts, and evolving consumer needs. The DSL will expedite Guardian's transition to data-driven decision making and insight generation, fostering long-term innovation. The DSL will establish rapid testing capabilities for new technology and the translation of pioneering research into practical, enterprise-wide solutions.
In this role as Managing Lead Data Scientist for the DSL, you'll be entrusted with the crucial task of managing the DSL and devising AI strategy for the Data Science team. Your responsibilities will include identifying new AI capabilities, coming up with solutions to scale the Data Science team, leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence, to drive enterprise-wide innovation across various business lines and Guardian products. You'll collaborate with senior executives on high-impact high-visibility projects to deliver AI/ML solutions that will be market-tested and deployed to make a real difference to risk management and Guardian's overall financial performance. Successful candidates bring expertise in insurance and financial services, a passion for applying cutting-edge ML and AI insights, and the ability to design and implement data science capabilities that foster growth, competitive advantage, and customer satisfaction.
**Key Responsibilities Include:**
Leadership & Strategy
+ Lead the Data Science Lab (DSL) by setting strategic direction, driving innovation, and ensuring alignment with Guardian Life's business goals and digital transformation initiatives.
+ Manage and mentor a high-performing team of data scientists, fostering a culture of continuous learning, experimentation, and excellence.
+ Monitor developments across the AI and data science community to position Guardian as a leader in responsible and effective AI adoption.
+ Report and communicate progress, opportunities, and risks to executive stakeholders, delivering insights and recommendations in a clear, actionable manner.
Innovation & Research
+ Stay current with advancements in machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), and industry trends to identify and evaluate emerging capabilities and technologies.
+ Collaborate with academic and industry partners to develop and test novel AI/ML methods and approaches.
+ Introduce and apply ML/AI innovations to practical, high-impact opportunities across Guardian's business units.
+ Create patentable technologies and methodologies that drive long-term innovation.
AI/ML Development
+ Build and lead experimentation efforts to validate the feasibility and impact of new data science techniques in real-world insurance use cases.
+ Develop capabilities in Deep Learning, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Generative AI.
+ Apply AI/ML to unstructured data sources such as insurance contracts, medical records, sales notes, and customer service logs.
+ Deliver solutions that enhance underwriting risk assessment, claims auto-adjudication, and customer servicing.
Operational Excellence
+ Establish scalable processes, frameworks, and governance models for efficient and responsible AI/ML development, testing, and deployment.
+ Assess and recommend cutting-edge tools, platforms, and technologies to enhance data science workflows and model lifecycle management.
+ Actively participate in proof-of-concept evaluations of new data, software, and technologies.
Collaboration & Integration
+ Collaborate cross-functionally with business leaders, technology teams, and data professionals to translate business challenges into AI-driven solutions.
+ Contribute to the standardization of data science tools, processes, and best practices across the enterprise.
+ Function as the data science expert in internal and external meetings, including vendor engagements and industry conferences
**You are:**
+ You are passionate about cutting-edge technology and keen on applying new AI/ML algorithms and approaches.
+ You are analytically driven, intellectually curious, and experienced leading the development and implementation of data and analytic solutions to solve challenging business problems.
+ You enjoy leading and managing a team of data scientist to crack hard to solve problems with AI/ML and seeing it deployed in-market and generating value for Guardian. You enjoy collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team including data engineers, business analysts, software developers and functional business experts and business leaders.
+ You have demonstrated track record of managing data science teams and working with business leaders.
**You have:**
+ PhD with 6+ years of experience, Master's degree with 8+ years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience in Computer Science, Engineering, Applied mathematics or related field
+ 7+ years of hands-on ML modeling/development experience
+ Extensive experience in deep learning models including Large Language Models (LLM) and Natural Language Processing (NLP)
+ Hands-on experience with GPU, distributed computing and applying parallelism to ML solutions
+ Strong programming skills in Python including PyTorch and/or Tensorflow
+ Solid background in algorithms and a range of ML models
+ Experience leading team of Data Scientist of four or more
+ Excellent communication skills and ability to work and collaborating cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and other disciplines at both the leadership and hands-on level
+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with superb attention to detail
+ Proven leadership in providing technical leadership and mentoring to data scientists and strong management skills with ability to monitor/track performance for enterprise success
**Location:**
+ Three days a week at a Guardian office in New York, NY, Holmdel, NJ, Boston, MA, Stamford, CT, Pittsfield, MA or Bethlehem, PA
+ Remote Candidates who can travel up to 20% of the time to our New York office will be considered.
**Salary Range:**
$152,290.00 - $250,195.00
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.
**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 *************. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site.
**Visa Sponsorship**
Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
**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 guardianlife.com .
Visa Sponsorship:
Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
Investment Tax Accountant - Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives
Day, NY job
Investment Taxes, Corporate Tax Department
Full-Time
New York NY, Boston MA, or Springfield MA
This is an individual contributor role
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The Opportunity
As an Investment Tax Accountant in the Investment Tax group, you will work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, primarily supporting securities tax operations, including system and process efficiency and enhancements, and you will support projects and strategic initiatives for other investment types, such as partnerships, real estate, and derivatives. The ideal candidate will have a convergent skillset of technical tax, accounting, and system proficiency, experience navigating large data sets, excellent communication skills, and the ability to partner effectively with tax colleagues, finance organization teams, and across the broader investment ecosystem. This position, in collaboration with cross-functional teams, will be responsible for analyzing securities transactions and processes to ensure accurate tax outcomes are achieved and a reliable control environment is maintained. Further, this position will participate in investment initiatives or project tracks to develop, enhance, and automate tax processes, and onboard significant transactions, new mandates, and tax legislation involving investments.
The Team
As an Investment Tax Accountant, you will be a member of the Investment Tax team within the Corporate Tax Department, part of MassMutual's Controllers Organization. The Corporate Tax Department is comprised of high-performing, collaborative, and agile tax professionals who are motivated by challenging work that delivers sustained value and a culture of accountability. Team members are focused on continuous improvement and transforming the department through innovative solutions that align with the finance organization's strategic goals and initiatives.
The Impact
The Investment Tax Accountant will help develop and execute Investment Tax goals and initiatives. Your responsibilities will include:
Monitor and track tax data quality and performance of securities tax results tracked in the Eagle processing system and compare to general ledger results.
Participate in daily, cross-functional Eagle operational governance meetings and other discussions that analyze and track system issues and changes in securities across the investment data ecosystem.
Participate in testing of Eagle software upgrades to ensure changes are applied accurately and existing software continues to operate as intended.
Ensure accurate tax basis is maintained for investments tracked in Eagle and accurate rules are applied as intended to exception situations.
Understand and analyze differences between the tax basis and Statutory or GAAP basis of accounting for various investment types.
Assist in reviewing new investment transactions for securities, partnerships, LLCs, and derivatives to determine correct tax treatment and how to efficiently operationalize.
Assist in executing various tax internal controls for investments.
Reconcile deferred tax balances for securities investments, collaborating with the securities tax operations team.
Assist in preparing wash sales analysis.
Assist in maintaining tax planning strategies involving investments.
Assist in analyzing exchange transactions to determine if taxable or non-taxable.
Assist in analyzing tax cash flows on structured securities to achieve correct processing of tax amortization in Eagle.
Stay current with tax law changes in general and impacting investments.
Proactively identify and implement process improvements, increase automation, and enhance digital analytics using existing and emerging technology solutions.
The Minimum Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in Accounting/Finance or related field
6+ years of tax experience, preferably in public accounting or financial service environments.
The Ideal Qualifications
Master' degree in Taxation and/or CPA a plus.
8+ years of tax experience, preferably in public accounting or large financial services environments.
Experienced tax and accounting technical knowledge, including tax code and regulations and GAAP accounting under ASC 740. Experience with Statutory Accounting Principles a plus.
Education and/or experience utilizing business intelligence applications, such as Alteryx, highly desirable.
Comfortable working with investment systems platforms, a data-intensive environment, and data interfaces between ERP and tax systems.
Understanding of tax treatments of various securities transaction types.
Experience with tax transactions, accounting and reporting for investment types other than securities, including partnerships, LLCs, real estate debt and equity, derivatives.
Proficient Excel skills and workpaper organizational ability, integrating systems and analytical results.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
General knowledge of corporate taxation to understand how investments fit into larger tax compliance, reporting and audit frameworks.
Some experience with U.S. tax aspects of non-U.S. transactions, issues, and reporting (e.g. PFICs, CFCs, foreign partnerships, foreign disregarded entities, withholding taxes).
Experience with large, multidisciplinary projects that impact tax (e.g., ERP implementations, tax co-sourcing engagements, finance transformations).
Conversant in Financial and Accounting Systems, such as SAP.
Ability to identify issues and recommend effective solutions.
Extremely organized, detail-oriented, and demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task in a continually evolving environment.
Ability to utilize project management tools and best practices to organize and prioritize tasks.
Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence outcomes.
Exhibits intellectual curiosity to seek and broaden knowledge and understanding beyond the core responsibilities of the position.
What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team
An innovative, growth-oriented environment with a steady stream of interesting and challenging responsibilities.
Continual learning opportunities for the self-motivated contributor, supported by learning and development materials and opportunities.
Regular meetings with the Investment Tax team and cross-functional workgroups.
Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager.
Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQIA+, Veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups.
Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with comprehensive benefits and performance-based pay.
Flexible work location policy, subject to manager approval and aligned to work requirements.
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Salary Range:
$113,100-$148,400
At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.
Why Join Us.
We've been around since 1851. During our history, we've learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.
We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It's more than our company structure - it's our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.
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At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component. For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our
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Auto-ApplyRegional Account Manager III, Multi-Life
Guardian Life job in Pittsfield, MA
As a **Multi-Life Regional Account Manager III** , you will play a critical role in managing key client relationships and delivering exceptional service within Guardian's Multi-Life team. This position will begin with a primary focus on Multi-Life Disability, and over time, you'll have the opportunity to expand your expertise to include Life products, broadening your skillset and career growth.
**You Are**
+ A self-starter fueled by collaboration and complex problem solving.
+ Able to transform conceptual thinking into actionable insights.
+ Comfortable partnering across the company with underwriters, wholesalers, product creators, market developers, technology and service partners, and leadership.
+ Driven by a desire to deliver exceptional experiences for employers, employees and producers.
**You Will**
+ Act as the overall relationship manager throughout the lifecycle of a case-from implementation through successful delivery of service administration for key Multi-Life accounts.
+ Design and execute innovative, technology-driven enrollment strategies while balancing inventory and capacity needs with risk management strategies.
+ Partner with sales, service, and technology teams, brokers, clients, and other members of the Multi-Life department to deliver tailored solutions.
+ Manage critical relationships (both employer and producer) with strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
+ Collaborate across teams to evolve Multi-Life products for new audiences.
+ Become an expert user of key systems including administrative tools, online enrollment, and execution.
+ Support key Multi-Life projects during development and/or testing phases.
+ Demonstrate self-awareness and embrace feedback for continuous improvement.
**You Have**
+ 3-5 years of Account Management experience, Insurance industry experience is preferred.
+ Bachelor's Degree and/or equivalent work experience.
+ Strong Microsoft Excel skills and ability to quickly learn technology.
+ Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence and negotiate.
+ Independent problem-solving and service recovery capabilities.
+ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
+ Ability to anticipate and exceed customer needs.
+ Willingness to challenge the status quo and inspire change.
+ Knowledge of the Multi-Life marketplace is a plus.
**Location**
This role is hybrid, 3 days a week in office in our Bethlehem, PA or Pittsfield, MA offices.
**Salary Range:**
$68,970.00 - $113,310.00
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.
**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 *************. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site.
**Visa Sponsorship**
Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
**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 guardianlife.com .
Visa Sponsorship:
Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
Home Infusion Nurse - Accredo - Albany, NY
Albany, NY job
Take your nursing skills to the next level by helping to improve lives with Accredo, the specialty pharmacy division of Evernorth Health Services. We are looking for dedicated registered nurses like you to administer intravenous medications to patients in their homes.
As a Home Infusion Registered Nurse at Accredo, you'll travel to patients' homes to provide critical infusion medications. However, this job is about more than just administering meds; it's about building relationships with patients and seeing the positive impact of your care. You'll work independently, making decisions that lead to the best outcomes for your patients. You'll drive growth in your career by challenging yourself to use your nursing skills, confidence, and positive attitude to handle even the toughest situations, with the support from your team.
For more than 30 years, Accredo by Evernorth has delivered dedicated, first-class care and services for patients. We partner closely with prescribers, payers, and specialty manufacturers. Bring your drive and passion for purpose. You'll get the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.
How you'll make a difference and improve lives:
* Empower Patients: Focus on the overall well-being of your patients. Work with pharmacists and therapeutic resource centers to ensure that patients' needs are met and to help them achieve their best health.
* Administer Medications: Take full responsibility for administering IV infusion medications in patients' homes.
* Provide follow-up care and manage responses to ensure their well-being.
* Stay Connected: Be the main point of contact for updates on patient status. Document all interactions, including assessments, treatments, and progress, to keep track of their journey.
Requirements:
* Active RN license in the state where you'll be working and living
* 2+ years of RN experience
* 1+ year of experience in critical care, acute care, or home healthcare
* Strong skills in IV insertion
* Valid driver's license
* Willingness to travel to patients' homes within a large geographic region
* Ability to work 40 hours a week (can include days, evenings, and weekends, per business need)
* Flexibility to work different shifts on short notice and be available for on-call visits as needed
If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 76,900 - 128,100 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.
This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That's why you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you'll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, visit Life at Cigna Group.
About Evernorth Health Services
Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: ********************* for support. Do not email ********************* for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.
The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.
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