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  • Claims Learning and Development Consultant

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Claims Learning and Development Consultant Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Summary The Claims Learning and Development Consultant plays a critical role in designing, developing, and delivering impactful learning programs that build the knowledge, skills, and effectiveness of the Claims organization. This role combines instructional design expertise with facilitation skills to create engaging, learner-centered experiences for both new and tenured Claims associates. Partnering closely with Claims leadership, subject matter experts, and cross-functional partners, the consultant ensures that all learning initiatives align with operational goals, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, a creative problem solver, and a passionate advocate for continuous learning and professional growth. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Design, develop, and deliver high-impact learning programs that support Claims onboarding, skill development, and continuous professional growth. * Apply adult learning principles to create engaging instructional content across classroom, virtual, and eLearning formats. * Collaborate with Claims leadership, subject matter experts, and cross-functional partners to identify learning needs and translate complex processes into actionable, accessible training materials. * Manage the full curriculum lifecycle: planning, design, delivery, and evaluation, ensuring alignment with business priorities and compliance standards. * Facilitate interactive learning sessions using varied instructional methods such as simulations, role-playing, and case studies to reinforce real-world application. * Evaluate learning effectiveness through performance data, assessments, and feedback, using insights to improve content and outcomes. * Utilize learning management systems (LMS), authoring tools, and modern learning technologies to develop, deploy, and track content and learner progress. * Partner with Claims leaders to support job related employee development, coaching, and performance improvement. * Maintain awareness of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to ensure programs remain innovative and relevant. * Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that reflects NLG's values and commitment to professional growth. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Education, or a related field; or equivalent work experience. * 5+ years of experience in Learning and Development, Instructional Design, or Organizational Training, preferably within insurance, financial services, or operations. * Knowledge of life insurance and/or annuity products is required. * Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating training for diverse audiences. * Proven ability to translate complex information into clear, learner-focused content. * Proficiency with modern learning technologies, LMS platforms, and eLearning authoring tools. * Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities. * Adaptable, curious, and committed to continuous learning and improvement in a fast-paced environment. * Must pass a background check. Preferred Qualifications * 5+ years of life, disability, long-term care, or annuity claims handling experience. * Experience facilitating and designing training in an Operations or Claims environment. * Professional certification in Learning & Development (e.g., CPTD, APTD) or equivalent designation. Benefits * Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life! Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $93,750-$137,500 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $93.8k-137.5k yearly 11d ago
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  • Payment Center Customer Service Rep

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Payment Center Customer Service Rep Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Summary We will train you to work directly with customers across America to ensure they have a positive experience in understanding and optimizing their life and annuity policies with National Life Group. You will empower customers by providing information, help to solve important issues, and collaborates with the team to reach our full potential and achieve results. You will build skills that allow you to complete first-call resolution by having experience in call handling and payment processing. Ultimately, you will be an active and engaged member of a team dedicated to bringing peace of mind to all we serve. Responsibilities: Identifies, understands, and interprets customer needs, responding to a variety of questions (e.g. payment related statuses, requirements needed, policy value inquiries, product structure etc.) from a diverse group of agents, policyholders, and customers, in a high-volume inbound call environment, and implements resolutions in a way that provides quality customer service with urgency and caring curiosity. Navigates multiple technology systems (e.g. mainframe, CRM, SalesForce, Five9, etc.) to research customer questions and concerns, notate the policy after each interaction, and submit work items (e.g. disbursement of money, requests, payments, etc.) to accurately service the variety of transactions that occur over the lifetime of a customer. Processes payment-related transactions (e.g. inbound payments and disbursements on life and annuity policies) in accordance with expectations and is able to meet standards on quality, timeliness, and accuracy. Utilizes significant product knowledge (e.g. legacy product knowledge, life insurance, annuity) to guide and educate agents on both simple and complicated requests (e.g. submitting applications, offering options, self-service, how to use technology or processes, etc.), asking questions to provide information relevant to the customer's wants and needs. Factors that lead to success: Customer Focus: You get excited, and feel rewarded in helping people Detailed-oriented with a focus on quality and timeliness: You are proud of providing quality work in a timely manner Resiliency: You quickly adapt to business needs (new information/processes, pivoting from one task to another) under pressure, bouncing back from setbacks easily Nimble Learner: You are naturally curious and eager to learn with the ability to navigate ambiguity to arrive at the answer, even when not all the information is readily available Self-Development: You take ownership of issues and instill confidence in the caller while collaborating across multiple departments Demonstrate Self-Awareness: You are empathetic and intuitively relate to others Communicates effectively/Interpersonal Savvy: You can clearly convey your message verbally and written and demonstrate strong listening skills with customers and internal teammates Tech-savvy: You are great at multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment and are computer savvy (web searches, MS Office and Mainframes) Collaborative: You easily build positive, professional relationships with our customers and internal stakeholders Thinks critically: You have a knack for seeing how things can be done more efficiently and effectively, and are open to continuous improvement and change Minimum Qualifications: * Associates degree or higher (preferred) * You have 2+ years of professional work experience interacting with customers * Basic ability to read and interpret information * Perform arithmetic, ratios, rates and percentages What You'll Find at National Life Group * Competitive pay (starting at $22/hr.) and outstanding health, wellness, and insurance benefits * Genuine opportunities for growth and career advancement * Full tuition sponsorship for completing your undergraduate and graduate degrees with University Arizona World Campus; additional $5K in annual tuition reimbursement * Paid time off and holidays * 40 hours of community service hours annually * A culture committed to inclusion and diversity Environmental: * Work schedule hours: Monday-Friday 8am-7pm ET (9a-6p CT) Monday-Friday * Structured schedule, with built in breaks * Time spent on the phone speaking with customers and processing customer and agent requests Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Hourly Pay Range $17-$26 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $17-26 hourly 45d ago
  • Team Lead - Underwriting Operations

    AXA Sa 4.9company rating

    Chicago, IL job

    The Team Lead position may be responsible for the management of underwriting support staff with a supervisory scope of up to 5 staff members. The staff population, if managed, may include any combination of Technical Assistant, Technical Specialist, and Underwriting Assistant and/or Senior UA. Ensures the team achieves all service delivery, timeliness, productivity and quality goals. Identifies and communicates regulatory compliance issues. This includes human resource management including coaching, counseling, goal setting and development of staff. Provides guidance and motivation to team members. Promotes teamwork and collaboration in a partnership with the underwriters that the unit supports. What you'll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include? May have direct People Management responsibility, or not, based on Manager's discretion and needs of the department. Oversees development, training and cross training of employees Assists with performance evaluations; which may include recommended salary adjustments; coaches and counsels staff. Establishes unit and individual goals in concert with the Operations Manager Assists in interviewing and hiring of new employees for the department Ensures compliance with predetermined work flows and procedures Ensures work is completed in accordance with service standards which may include owning a book of business within the team Manages work in process and service delivery of the unit May track and report weekly/monthly production Keeps Department Management informed of status and progress in the unit Coordinates schedule for sick and vacation time for the unit; effectively manages back up staff as needed Schedules and obtains approval for overtime Plans and organizes to establish courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently Ensures compliance of the unit with Internal Audit, Peer Reviews and or FIC audit Assists with developing appropriate responses and action plans in response to internal and external audit findings Translates Quality, Timeliness, Productivity and Service Delivery requirements into individual, team and unit performance goals, recommends how and when performance measurements will be done and how to collect performance data May be asked to support IT development efforts as a subject matter expert Provides direction to staff in day-to-day operations Maintains open communication with the underwriters that the unit supports in order to foster partnership and teamwork Maintains effectiveness when experiencing changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within the new structures, processes, requirements or culture Review and manage production and quality control reports and take appropriate action (eg data quality, reinsurance, production status control reports) Attend meetings on behalf of the Operations Leader when necessary and report out on issues/action items. Administrating assigned accounts throughout the lifecycle Collecting account and insured information for risk analysis by communicating directly with Brokers on behalf of the Underwriters Liaising with Underwriters and Brokers on behalf of the Underwriting Support Unit as needed to communicate account status and complete outstanding subjectivities Liaising with Underwriters to confirm policy issuance instructions for proprietary policies, endorsements, forms, notices, etc. and effectively communicate to the Coding and Issuance Unit Performing pre-analysis support for new submissions, renewals, endorsements, and other incoming documents based upon predefined underwriting rules and/or guidelines Ensuring completeness of contents of underwriting package prior to handover to the Underwriter for risk analysis/risk selection process Analyzing the needs of the client and translating appropriately into the final specifications that serves as a basis for the policy Effectively dealing with accounts having a variety of intricate parts to ensure policies are complete and all aspects of the broker communication is seamless Completing quality control on the rating output to ensure accuracy of work (e. g. exposure bases, limits, coverage extensions, modifications, etc. ) Accurately compiling supporting account detail in electronic format using PDF conversion tools Generating Broker correspondence in electronic format (i. e. , e-mail, eFax) related to transaction processing and informational follow up requests using free-form letters, predefined or approved templates Collaborating and corresponding verbally and in writing with Underwriting Support Unit team members and others in Operational Support Units as needed to perform tasks What you'll bring We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: College degree or equivalent experience with advanced insurance study preferred Some to Moderate experience in P&C insurance business Appropriate combination of commercial P&C Insurance rating, coding, underwriting assistant skills Advanced knowledge of commercial P&C insurance policy forms and regulatory requirements Familiar with insurance operating systems used to rate, code, track or issue insurance policies Skilled with MS Office desktop software Knowledge of commercial P&C insurance products and tools such as ISO, NCCI, Regulatory and other informational web sites used in the commercial P&C business Proactive, self-directed with robust time management, problem solving and analytical skills Must be able to handle multiple priorities and work with limited direct supervision Who we are AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward. Learn more at axaxl. com What we offer Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe. Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Learn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars: Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving. For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL. The U. S. base salary range for this position is USD 73,800 to $116,500. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual's skills, experience and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues' pay. At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XL's benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.
    $116.5k yearly 2d ago
  • Head of Data

    AXA Sa 4.9company rating

    Chicago, IL job

    Join AXA Partners as the Head of Data and play a pivotal role in transforming our organization into a data-driven powerhouse. Lead the charge in defining our data strategy and empowering teams to leverage data for business success! What you'll be doing: Define and structure the local data strategy in alignment with business objectives. Lead the Local Data Committee and manage a portfolio of initiatives to drive data strategy. Deploy and maintain a comprehensive Data Management framework, ensuring compliance with security, legal, and data privacy standards. Oversee the extraction, modeling, and sharing of data assets to enhance reporting and analytics capabilities. Design, create, and maintain analytical solutions that meet business needs while adhering to established standards. Monitor and promote the business value delivered from data initiatives through effective documentation and communication. Identify and support the upskilling and training of local users on data practices. Manage and mentor a skilled team of Data Managers, Data Engineers, and Data Analysts, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. What you'll bring: Master's degree in business Intelligence with a focus on Big Data. Minimum of 5 years' experience in a production BI environment, with expertise in data warehousing and analytics projects in large-scale organizations. Proven track record of managing multi-skilled data teams and coordinating stakeholders across various backgrounds. Strong analytical skills, with fluency in core analytics tools and techniques. Excellent project and people management skills, with the ability to turn complex issues into actionable initiatives. A customer-centric mindset, complemented by strong organizational and communication abilities. Experience in Agile methodologies and working within multicultural environments. Fluency in Spanish is a plus; experience in the insurance or banking sector is also advantageous. What we offer: At AXA Partners, we're appreciative of the people who work for us, and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. Montreal rewards package shared during interview process: US only. You can expect to receive: Salary range: $110,000 - $140,000 Annual Company & Performance based discretionary Bonus up to 15% 20 days Annual Leave (rising to 25 days based on length of service) 8 Paid Company Holidays Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance HSA, FSA and HRA available + Employer Contribution 401(k) Pension Plan & Employer match Paid Parental Leave Education Reimbursement Hybrid Work - 2 days in the office per week For more information about benefits, clicl here; ************ careers. axapartners. com/global/en/us-benefits To apply, click on the 'apply for this job' button, you'll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV.
    $110k-140k yearly 2d ago
  • Internal Sales Associate (Spanish Speaking)-January Start

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary As we continue to grow, we are still looking to add additional individuals to our Sales Desk Team. We are looking to hire energetic and ambitious individuals into our vibrant, growing culture rooted in Servant Leadership. Since our inception in 1848, we have been delivering on our promises to our customers. Come be a part of our continued growth and success! This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. You're encouraged to apply if you are: Energetic and Passionate: Use your knowledge and energetic work ethic work ethic to support agents and Field Leaders who sell our life and annuity products. Competitive go-getter: Ready to earn a base salary plus a quarterly variable bonus? You will have the chance to engage in friendly team competitions to win rewards and recognition. People Person: Put that emotional and social intelligence to good use by helping agents grow their business with National Life through providing solutions and business development opportunities. Relationship Builder: You'll carry out the Sales Desk mission of winning the sale by building relationships based on authenticity, seamless service and acting with a sense of urgency. Growth Driven: The Sales Desk is the farm team for the organization. Your drive and performance can lead to opportunities to move into an External Field Leader role or to other Home Office positions. We are committed to developing internal talent - our people are our secret sauce. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Provide sales support for an external wholesaler (Field Leader). * Promote Life and Annuity products through webinars and inbound/outbound calls. * Manage inbound calls * Demonstrate proficiency in sales skills, identifying sales opportunities, and cross-selling skills with agents * Manage and execute effective outbound call campaigns * Be skilled at presenting in both small and large group settings * Capture all activity and agent profile information into Salesforce.com * Perform other duties as required Minimum Qualifications * 1-3 years financial services experience (preferred) * 3+ years successful sales experience (preferred) * Strong presentation skills as well as excellent communication skills * Ability to adapt to the interests of the audience as well as use technical skills and people skills, on the phone and in person, to build relationships and help grow sales * Interpersonal Flexibility * Up to 10% travel required Preferred Qualifications * Broad knowledge of capital markets * Previous experience with life and/or annuity illustration software * Bachelor's degree * Life and Health Licensed * CLU, ChFC, CFP designations Benefits * Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life! Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Hourly Pay Range $17-$25 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $17-25 hourly 19d ago
  • Associate Actuary, Product, Life & Annuity Solutions

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Role Summary This role is part of the Life and Annuity Solutions team and reports to the VP and Actuary, Life and Annuity Product Delivery. This individual will lead analysis that supports in force policy holders, large cases, and evaluating actuarial considerations for new sales ideas. This includes problem solving, actuarial modeling, pricing, and incorporating regulatory standards for indexed and fixed/traditional life products. This position will work closely with the broader L&A Solutions product team, Customer Innovation Group, and Distribution/Field Leaders to ensure agent and policyholder questions are answered and product decisions are aligned with the company's strategic goals. This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Partner with others in L&A Solutions, operations, legal, marketing, underwriting, and distribution as needed to support ad-hoc product requests. This includes reviewing large cases; special requests; profitability analysis; evaluating marketing programs; illustration and competitor product deep dives to understand competitor illustrations and features and optimal designs for National Life Group's life and annuity products. * Understands pricing practices and develops as well as oversees modeling to understand profitability and analyze sensitivities. * Understands and is able to reverse engineer key features of competitor products. * Provide support to other business areas. Recommends or advises on actuarial and business matters based on business function and actuarial expertise. * Able to solve unique and complex problems that have an impact on the business. * Review and interpret product specifications and actuarial reports, actuarial memos for filings, regulatory documentation, with a focus on life product expertise. * Review marketing material as appropriate. * Proactively ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to project assignments. * Experience study review and pricing assumption analysis and support. Ability to adjust assumptions as necessary for ad-hoc analysis. Minimum Qualifications * Minimum of 6 years of Actuarial experience with in-depth knowledge of life products and benefits, including pricing experience * FSA designation from The Society of Actuaries required, or an ASA with a significant amount of additional experience * Working knowledge of Nonforfeiture, 7702/7702A, Illustration, and other relevant standards. * Solid financial modeling experience and ability to independently create pricing engines using actuarial software. * Extensive experience with Microsoft Office suite especially Excel. * Excellent communication skills to be able to explain complex actuarial topics to nontechnical audiences. * Self-motivated and results-focused. Preferred Qualifications * Member of the American Academy of Actuaries preferred. * Experience with MG-ALFA * Annuity product knowledge a plus. Benefits * Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life! Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $121,875-$178,750 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $121.9k-178.8k yearly 49d ago
  • Retirement Business RFP Report Writer

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary The Retirement RFP Writer plays a strategic role in fueling the growth of National Life Group's Retirement Business. By producing high-quality, compliant, and compelling proposals, this position directly contributes to new plan acquisition, client retention, and the company's competitive positioning in the 403(b), 457(b), and institutional retirement markets. As part of the Retirement Solutions Team, this position would be responsible for responding to requests for Request for Proposal ("RFP") responses, Request for Information ("RFI"), and due diligence questionnaires while maintaining a company information database for use in responding to RFPs, sourcing requests, project management associated with the proposal process, and ensuring that all proposals meet the company's high standards of quality. The Proposal Writer will become an informed Subject Matter Expert (SME) in National Life Group's firmwide information and marketing materials as well and the autonomous SME on NLG's full line of product offerings and retirement platforms. The RFP writer will contribute to the Company's Retirement Business initiatives through the creative writing and preparation of information request responses and the preparation of proposals while serving on the Retirement Solutions Team. This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * He/she will work directly with the Head of Retirement Solutions, Relationship Managers, Retirement Consultants, VP of Retirement Business, Legal, and Distribution Leaders to respond to requests with defined goals to acquire and retain retirement business at the institutional level * Source and write request for proposals (RFPs), Standard Proposals, Ad hoc requests for plan maintenance and business development opportunities * Work with all internal subject matter experts (SMEs) to prepare answers, consolidate, proof, print and ship * Update RFP database with all latest answers * Navigate and update AI tool with latest responses to assist with enhancing future answers * Provide reporting on RFPs with weekly progress reports and monthly updates * Source key resources like BidPrime and other industry database to find relevant RFPs and pre-qualify National Life Group responses * Support Retirement Services with all other marketing content, materials, and efforts * Maintain current and accurate proposal answer and standard proposal templates by offering * Improve NLG's win rate and competitiveness through high-quality, on-time RFP submissions. * Maintain 100% SLA compliance on proposal delivery deadlines. * Partner with Field and RM teams to ensure accurate plan implementation and onboarding readiness. Minimum Qualifications * B.A. Marketing, Communication, Journalism, Writing or equivalent work experience. * Five years of investment or annuity industry experience with a minimum of three years in RFP or investment marketing project engineering/ project management or process engineering. * Organizational skills and time management. * Effective communications skills both written and verbal for interface with Client partners, and co-worker SMEs. * Familiarity with Proposal Software and investment products in the retirement space. Preferred Qualifications * Possess ability to effectively work on multiple investment projects at the same time autonomously * Become the Subject Matter Expert on National Life Group and its full menu of retirement products * Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines * Possess extremely high level of attention to detail. * Possess exceptional organizational skills. * Possess excellent communication skills. * Possess the ability to stay calm under pressure in a deadline oriented position. * Possess the ability to quickly create concise, well written responses to RFP information requirements. * Ability to navigate and farm multiple databases for reporting and tracking purposes * Possess the ability to edit and format Word documents quickly and to also possess strong business and investment writing and editing skills, with the ability to clearly and accurately communicate our business and products to current relationships and prospective clients; and * Possess a clear desire to expand industry knowledge * Travel up to 15% Benefits * Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life! Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $76,875-$112,750 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $76.9k-112.8k yearly 49d ago
  • Principal Engineer, Cloud Engineering

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary The Principal Engineer position partners with business and technical stakeholders to lead infrastructure design and integrations. This individual in this position has a proven track record of driving continuous improvement in all facets of infrastructure ecosystems. This position will lead infrastructure teams in the delivery of the infrastructure technologies and services. Effective ability to communicate, a positive attitude, and a proven track record of serving in a technical leadership role are key qualifications. This role is a senior technical leadership position and member of the National Life Group IT Shared Services team. You will represent the infrastructure team in project initiatives, architecture design, and be a champion of operational excellence while collaborating across a vibrant technical community. We're looking for an inquisitive individual with a passion for continuous learning, attention to detail, and a drive to follow-through. This role can be located in Dallas (Addison), TX; Montpelier, VT This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Infrastructure Delivery * You will lead development and enhancement of automation of cloud enablement tools * You will drive implementation of the technology direction, vision, and strategy to enable Cloud technology adoption * You will lead delivery of project support as a subject matter expert in infrastructure technologies * You will help lead incident resolution and resolution of business issues * You possess the ability to communicate effectively with an appropriate level of detail to all levels within the company * You will lead identifying and managing capacity, performance, and risk * You will adhere to and promote firm Change Management, Problem Management policies and are familiar with ITIL or other formalized IT operations foundations Infrastructure Architecture & Strategy * You will drive innovation and encourage others to remain current on emerging technologies and development trends * You will lead the delivery of collaborative cloud solution architectures and roadmaps including architecture standards, guidelines, and industry best practices * You will lead development, design, and implementation of platform architectures that will support key software development and deployment processes * You will lead and review cloud-native and hybrid solution architectures Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree, preferred in Computer Science; or relevant work experience. * 10+ years of hands-on infrastructure experience with at least 4 years in a technical team leadership role. * 4+ years of hands-on experience and knowledge working in public cloud technologies and solutions (Azure Preferred) * 3+ years of hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including deploying, managing, and scaling containerized applications in production environments * 2+ years of hands-on experience and knowledge of platform architectures and technologies * Open-minded with proven ability to work collaboratively with others * Show up consistently with a positive attitude * Demonstrated ability to lead in a highly matrixed, heavily outsourced organization through a combination of influence, partnership, and authority. * Ability and interest in mentoring technical staff and raising collective technical competencies. * Ability to manage change and cope with complex and ambiguous situations. * Certifications in Azure are highly desirable * Experience with OpenAI and AI Technologies are highly desirable * Broad engineering awareness of the following technical domains and expert technical expertise in at least two of the following areas - * Virtualization Technologies (VMWare, Hyper-V, etc.) * Public Cloud (Azure, GCP, AWS, etc.) * Networking (CDN, SD Wan, Load Balancing, WAF, etc.) * Monitoring & Instrumentation (New Relic, Splunk, Zenoss, etc.) * Systems Administration (Windows, Linux, Active Directory, SCCM, etc.) * Automation Technologies (CI/CD, Infrastructure-As-Code, etc.) Benefits * Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life! Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $136,875-$200,750 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $136.9k-200.8k yearly 49d ago
  • Product Manager

    AXA Sa 4.9company rating

    Chicago, IL job

    We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and customer-focused Travel Insurance Product Manager to lead the development, management, and performance of travel insurance products within North America. This role is responsible for driving product strategy, optimizing portfolio performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating across cross-functional teams including underwriting, sales, marketing, compliance, and operations. What you'll be doing: Support the development and management travel insurance products from ideation through launch and lifecycle management. Leading efforts to strategically steer the travel insurance portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives. Research information on competitive trends, product line trends, producer trends and external environment, including legal, economic, demographic and distribution trends to identify trends and opportunities. Monitor product performance metrics and develop proposals to maximize profitability, including the review of claims/large losses/trends. Act as a Key Resource within Travel Insurance NA for all program activities. Lead cross-functional teams to implement new products, enhancements, or expansion of service offerings. Gather and analyze customer feedback to increase product relevance and make product improvements. What you'll bring: 5 years of experience in assisting with portfolio management and optimization and conducting data analysis and generating insights in the insurance industry. Experience in identifying and driving business process improvements and organizational capabilities. Ability to analyze data sets and provide actionable insights using Excel and Power BI. Understanding of the North American travel insurance markets, legal, regulatory and competitor landscape. Policy Management: Comprehensive understanding of travel insurance policy administration. Communication & Presentation: Ability to express ideas and messages clearly, both written and verbally. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze highly complex data, from multiple sources, in detail; identify and resolve issues before they transpire. Ability to identify problems, evaluate solutions, and implement effective strategies. Project management skills, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and timely delivery. What we offer: At AXA Partners, we're appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive: Annual Salary range: $100,000 -$120,000 Annual Company & Performance based discretionary Bonus 20 days Annual Leave (rising to 25 days based on length of service) 8 Paid Company Holidays Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance HSA, FSA and HRA available + Employer Contribution 401(k) Pension Plan & Employer match Paid Parental Leave Education Reimbursement Hybrid Work - 3 days in the office per week To apply, click on the 'apply for this job' button, you'll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don't discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. Who we are: We're AXA Partners, experts at designing and delivering assistance solutions and specialised insurance, credit, and lifestyle protection - with and for our partners worldwide. What sets us apart? The expertise and passion of our 8,500+ people, and a strong network of over 55,000 professionals all over the world. Powered by them and our sector-leading technology, we continuously evolve, adapt and thrive - offering solutions and services that make sure we're always at people's side, no matter what. Helping others is our passion. Combining the best digital technology with our warm, human touch, we're always looking at new ways to offer seamless and reassuring experiences when it really matters. Join a company that helps protect the forests! At AXA Partners, we plant a tree for every new recruit (with a permanent contract)
    $100k-120k yearly 2d ago
  • Associate Underwriter, Property

    AXA Sa 4.9company rating

    Chicago, IL job

    Working as part of the Property Underwriting team, the role will be focused on securing and maintaining profitable business opportunities through leading edge solutions for client needs. Therefore, the role requires a significant amount of interaction with Clients, Brokers and internal stakeholders. What you'll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include? Develop and structure tailor-made solutions through our risk transfer and service-related products, in accordance with the Property Underwriting guidelines and relevant best practices, to enhance our customer and broker experience. Procure new business opportunities through effective marketing strategies designed around supporting our key brokers, fostering new broker relationships, and meeting with prospective clients. Evaluate appropriate risk premium by considering the risk costs inherent to the Property sector, reinsurance cessions as well as the underwriting and general administration costs to ensure profitability. Utilize effective sales and negotiating skills to bring new business and renewal transactions to a successful close. Initiate and collaborate internally with other business units to uncover and pursue cross-sell opportunities. Manage timely implementation of new and renewal accounts, including but not limited to, referrals, quotes, binders, facultative reinsurance, policies, engineering services, premium collection in accordance with company standards. Advise, assist, and service clients on insurance and risk management matters to ensure clients satisfaction and respond to client and AXA XL queries in a timely manner. Develop best practices and the sharing of underwriting knowledge within the team. Proactively foster positive relationships with renewal clients including pre-renewal and stewardship engagements to get a mutual understanding of their needs. You will report to the Underwriting Manager for the central zone, NA Property Underwriting team. What you'll bring We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: Some property underwriting experience with thorough technical knowledge of underwriting, rating methodologies, forms and business processes. Candidate needs to have a basic understanding of global and domestic property underwriting. Large account experience and HPR background is a plus. Ability to develop and maintain relationships with customers, producers and trading partners. Desired Skills and Abilities: Bachelor's Degree preferred; professional designations CPCU, ARM a plus Excellent analytical skills. Excellent communication skills. Excellent marketing, presentation, and negotiation skills. Who we are AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward. Learn more at axaxl. com What we offer Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe. Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Learn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars: Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving. For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL. The U. S. base salary range for this position is USD 78,000 - 117,300. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual's skills, experience, and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues' pay. At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XL's benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.
    $50k-81k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Associate Actuarial Systems Analyst

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Role Summary This position is part of the Life & Annuity Solutions team, focused on designing and managing innovative life and annuity products that enhance customer experience and support business growth. The role blends actuarial and business analyst responsibilities, working across illustration, policy administration, and ancillary systems to resolve complex issues using analytical and problem-solving techniques. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, and maintains accuracy through rigorous testing. Adaptability, a proactive mindset, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are key traits for success in this role. More than just a business analyst position, this role offers the opportunity to shape the future of life and annuity solutions. It involves cross-functional collaboration and meaningful contributions to the company's mission of delivering on its promises. If you're driven by innovation and impact, this could be the perfect fit. This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Assist in identifying areas of the systems requiring modifications to support new product designs and functionality. * Write business requirements for needed modifications to systems, if applicable. * Continue deepening understanding of NLG's life and annuity products, their benefit structures and calculations, and the systems on which they are illustrated and administered. * Develop and refine test strategies, plan for values validation, and coordinate tasks associated with creating or modifying admin or illustrations systems, following established protocols, with an eye toward adapting approaches. * Independently modify and create test tools to validate product rates and values on impacted systems. * Create and maintain tools and applications required for the accurate implementation, administration, and support of life and annuity products. Deploy such tools for use by other business units as appropriate. * Help guide the efforts of Associate Actuarial Systems Analysts, including training. * Work to build and/or strengthen cross-functional partnerships with other business units and teams throughout the organization. * Develops and maintains system-based rule configurations to accurately reflect product features in administrative and illustration environments. * Ad hoc product and policy analysis as required to ensure National Life Group is correctly administering all life and annuity contract. * All other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. * 3-5 years experience in systems or systems support role in financial services industry * Basic understanding of life and annuity product mechanics * Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Builds effective relationships. * Strong math, analysis and verbal and written communication skills. * Understanding of MS Office suite of applications including very strong Excel skills. * Highly organized, proactive, solutions-oriented, and a creative problem solver with leadership capabilities Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Finance or related field. * Experience with a wide range of life insurance and annuity products with a demonstrated understanding of product mechanics and calculations, including development of UL, IUL, whole life cash value and death benefit calculations, definition of life insurance and modified endowment calculations, interest theory, and other related actuarial product benefit calculations. * Familiarity with administration or illustration systems for life insurance and/or annuity products. Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $66,375-$97,350 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $66.4k-97.4k yearly 27d ago
  • Executive Director Derivatives & Hedging

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. About Us NLG Capital, the investment management company of NLG, manages approximately $40+ billion in AUM. Our purpose is simple - to allow NLG to keep its promises. How we do this - an obsessive focus on delivering investment results. We drive results through a rigorous but collaborative investment process, and we hold ourselves to the highest of standards, both as investors and teammates. While our process is based on rigor, our culture is based on our guiding principles: Meritocracy, Uncompromising Transparency, Intellectual Honesty, Performance Driven Learning, Relentless Pursuit of Excellence. These principles serve as the foundation of our team. They govern the way we conduct ourselves, how we interact with teammates and how we approach every investment decision. We act with the integrity and humility required to make the investment decision that is right for the firm, and ultimately our policyholders. Our culture has been deliberately built to foster curiosity and provide opportunities to learn and grow, both as people and investors. The flat and collaborative nature of our team promotes an atmosphere where the best ideas are continually expressed and rewarded. Our pursuit of excellence is unwavering. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary * The Hedging Leader at NLG Capital is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the hedging framework and activity for the company's insurance and reinsurance operations. This is a critical leadership role that sits at the intersection of investments, risk management, and actuarial strategy. The position requires deep expertise in hedging and derivative strategies, specifically index and product related design, combined with the ability to lead a team and collaborate across functions to ensure effective risk management, capital efficiency, and alignment with the firm's long-term objectives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Develop and implement a scalable hedging program to manage market, interest rate, and option risks across NLG's insurance companies. * Oversee day-to-day hedging operations, starting with static hedging programs and evolving toward dynamic overlays as business and asset volumes increase. * Monitor and report on hedge effectiveness, including metrics such as value-at-risk, hedge P&L attribution, and capital impacts. * Partner with investment, actuarial, and finance teams to design and execute hedging strategies for new products, M&A, and reinsurance deals-including FX hedging and in force risk management. * Optimize collateral and capital efficiency associated with hedging activities. * Build and lead a high-performing team of 2-3 professionals responsible for hedge execution, reporting, and analytics. * Collaborate with actuaries, distribution partners, and banking counterparties on the development and launch of new FIA and RILA products, including custom and indexed-linked strategies. * Work with corporate finance and actuarial valuation teams to support projections, capital planning, and stress testing. Minimum Qualifications * Proven track record of successfully designing and implementing hedging programs in insurance or reinsurance contexts. * Broad understanding of life and annuity products, including IUL, FIA, MYGA and RILA. * Strong ability to communicate complex hedging strategies simply and effectively to diverse stakeholders. * Experience balancing risk management and capital efficiency objectives. * Strong technical proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with quantitative tools preferred. * Self-motivated with demonstrated excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills. * Actuarial, quantitative finance, or CFA background preferred but not required. * This position currently offers an onsite hybrid work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four days per week during onsite core days. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with U.S. statutory accounting, GAAP, insurance regulatory and actuarial guidelines. * Experience managing collateral and counterparty relationships. * Prior leadership of derivatives or hedging teams in an insurance or asset management setting. Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $196,875-$288,750 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $85k-140k yearly est. 27d ago
  • Advanced Sales Internship - Summer 2026

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary At National Life Group there is a dedicated Team that focuses on Small Business Owners and High Net Worth Individuals. Our mission is to educate, consult, engage, inspire, and connect with our buying and selling customers to increase production, deepen relationships and establish a meaningful connection anchored to our mission and purpose and fueled by ease of use. Our ability to measure progress and performance in quantitative terms and inform actions through meaningful insights is key to our successful transformation. The Advanced Sales Intern will work within our Advanced Sales Team and partner with Advanced Sales Teammates and other key stakeholders to develop metrics and performance reporting strategies to support key Advanced Sales Programs such as CPA Advantage., AMPED UP (Advanced Sales training program) and Tactical Tuesday training (educational program that provides CPE credits to Certified Public Accountants). The Advanced Sales Intern will also partner with Advanced Sales Teammates on special Marketing Projects. The Advanced Sales Intern Role is a great opportunity to understand the planning needs of a Small Business Owner and High Net- Worth individuals. They will also learn how the Advanced Sales Team works with our distribution partners to educate financial professionals and to bring solutions to the financial professionals Small Business Owner and High Net-Worth clients. This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Daily Administration of Advanced Sales Programs and Advanced Sales Agent Portal. Assigned special projects with Team Member to create Advanced Sales marketing and sales tools. Minimum Qualifications Excel, Word, Adobe Preferred Qualifications * Highly reliable, engaging and have a can do attitude. * Be able to effectively communicate. * Bring your creativity, thought leadership and curiosity to the table - be an active participant in all forums to contribute and learn * Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, i.e. a problem solver's mindset * Eager to learn and ask relevant questions to seek out new knowledge; make connections * Enjoy taking on challenges and working towards solutions both collaboratively and independently Program Highlights * 10-week paid internship with formal orientation and onboarding * Networking opportunities with peers and leaders throughout the summer * Cross-Departmental group project focused on an enterprise-wide solution presented at company-wide event * Presentation skills coaching sessions * Learning opportunities throughout program * Access to mentors (former program participants) Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Hourly Pay Range $19-$28 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $19-28 hourly 11d ago
  • VP, Corporate Development

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. VP, Corporate Development Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary The Corporate Development area goals are to source capital efficiently and support the effective management of capital. The incumbent will be a thought partner to the Head of Capital Management in identifying, evaluating, and selecting reinsurance/M&A opportunities and actions. The incumbent is expected to have or to develop knowledge of NLG's current and past life and annuity products. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build strong relationships across the organization. This position reports to Head of Capital Management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Deal Sourcing and Evaluation: Build and maintain a pipeline of potential targets, strategic partnerships, and reinsurance opportunities through proactive efforts and inbound interest. * Transaction Execution: Manage the entire reinsurance/M&A lifecycle, from sourcing and due diligence to valuation, negotiation, and final integration. * Financial and Market Analysis: Develop sophisticated financial models and perform market analyses to support investment decisions and validate business cases. * Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead and coordinate teams from finance, legal, operations, and other departments throughout the deal process. * Stakeholder Management: Act as a key liaison and build relationships with external partners, investment bankers, advisors, and investors. * Reporting and Presentation: Prepare and present detailed business cases, investment memos, and board-level reports to senior leadership. * Strategic Planning: Identify industry trends, competitive landscapes, and new growth opportunities to support long-term strategy. Qualifications and skills * Bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field is required. * Experience: 16+ years of relevant experience in the insurance industry, with 5+ years of relevant experience in corporate development, reinsurance, investment banking, private equity, consulting, or a related transactional role within the insurance industry. * Insurance Knowledge: Significant knowledge of life insurance, annuities, retirement products, or other relevant insurance lines. * Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence are essential. Actuarial experience is a plus. Working knowledge of insurance company's U.S. Statutory, U.S. GAAP, U.S. Tax and other solvency financial statements. * Leadership and Communication: Proven ability to lead teams, build relationships, and communicate complex information clearly to senior executives. Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $225,000-$330,000 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $225k-330k yearly 39d ago
  • Presentation Specialist

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. About Us NLG Capital, the investment management company of NLG, manages approximately $40+ billion in AUM. Our purpose is simple - to allow NLG to keep its promises. How we do this - an obsessive focus on delivering investment results. We drive results through a rigorous but collaborative investment process, and we hold ourselves to the highest of standards, both as investors and teammates. While our process is based on rigor, our culture is based on our guiding principles: Meritocracy, Uncompromising Transparency, Intellectual Honesty, Performance Driven Learning, Relentless Pursuit of Excellence. These principles serve as the foundation of our team. They govern the way we conduct ourselves, how we interact with teammates and how we approach every investment decision. We act with the integrity and humility required to make the investment decision that is right for the firm, and ultimately our policyholders. Our culture has been deliberately built to foster curiosity and provide opportunities to learn and grow, both as people and investors. The flat and collaborative nature of our team promotes an atmosphere where the best ideas are continually expressed and rewarded. Our pursuit of excellence is unwavering. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary We are seeking a driven, detail-oriented, and visually sharp Presentation Specialist at the Analyst level to join our investment management team. This individual will work closely with our investment professionals to communicate complex material clearly and compellingly via polished deliverables for strategic partners and various internal stakeholders including NLG leadership and Board of Directors. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Develop, format, and enhance presentations and other visual materials in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel aligned with firm branding and presentation standards. * Participate in special projects including investor decks, CIO briefings, and strategic business updates. * Translate complex investment, economic, and operational data into compelling visual formats that support strategic decision-making. * Partner with investment professionals to understand key messages and deliver impactful storytelling. * Maintain high-quality standards across all deliverables, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and timeliness. * Contribute to the ongoing improvement of presentation templates, style guides, and team workflows. * Manage multiple priorities and requests simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. Qualifications * Education: Bachelor's degree (preferred fields: Business, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Communications or Graphic Design). * Experience: 3-5 years of relevant work experience in corporate communications, presentation design, investment marketing, or strategy support. * Skills: * Expert-level PowerPoint skills; strong Excel formatting and charting capability. Nice-to-have: working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop). * Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to meet tight deadlines. * High attention to detail and rigorous quality-control mindset. * Effective communicator with strong writing and visual storytelling capabilities. * Preferred: * Experience in financial services, consulting, or professional services. * Familiarity with investment and financial content. * Familiarity with data visualization, motion graphics, or video editing tools (e.g., After Effects, Tableau, Figma). Personal Attributes: * Commitment to a values-based, purpose-driven culture; strong sense of ownership and service orientation. Benefits * Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life! Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $58,500-$85,800 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $58.5k-85.8k yearly 49d ago
  • Sr. Tech Lead, Life & Annuity Systems

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary The Sr. Application Technical Lead is expected to lead a technology team to deliver end-to-end project solutions in a fast-paced environment. The Technical Lead must demonstrate strong technical thought leadership that is deep in Life & Annuity (L&A) Insurance Policy Admin Systems capabilities and Mainframe technologies with basic understanding of SQL and Integration technologies. The Technical Lead will provide IT technical guidance in solution selection as well as lead and facilitate project development and implementation in L&A functionality. This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Strong leadership qualities and organizational skills, as well as the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, assignments, and roles * Establish and sustain high trust partnership with business stakeholders and product owners who are dependent on the incumbent's technical guidance * Ensure IT resources are effectively utilized in IT Application Service delivery * Apply skills in application development and support while exhibiting leadership in process re-engineering and implementation of technology * Collaborate with architects and development community to define and maintain standards, processes, and emerging technical roadmaps * Collaborate with IT staff maintaining applications in the Inforce domain or with points of integration to applications * Judge the feasibility and trade-off of different technologies and make choices that fit the constraints of the project/product. Ensure solutions satisfy business requirements and are of the highest quality * Estimate delivery cost and schedule for Inforce domain related solutions, projects and requests * Build and maintain detailed working knowledge of key business applications * Identify application transformation & rationalization opportunities as we transform to a simpler, more modern system platform * Develop application design, application configuration, test and release management processes * Communicate effectively, and with an appropriate level of detail, to all levels in the organization. * Work with limited direction, usually within a complex environment, to drive delivery of solutions and meet service levels. * Strong conceptual and analytic skills. Ability to design and build complex algorithms. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree, preferred in Computer Science, or relevant work experience. * 10+ years Full System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) experience; Designing, maintaining and enhancing software applications leveraging COBOL, JCL, SQL, CICS, DB2, VSAM, ISPF/PDF, FILE-AID, MVS, Endevor and using IBM Mainframe environment preferred * 3+ years of experience leading product / project development team on Vantage policy administrative platform preferred * Open-minded with proven ability to work collaboratively in team environment * Demonstrated ability to lead in a highly matrixed, heavily outsourced organization through a combination of influence, partnership, and authority * Ability to manage IT Suppliers in a cost- effective manner * Ability to manage change and cope with complex and ambiguous situations * Agile solution delivery skills highly desired Benefits * Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life! Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $118,125-$173,250 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $118.1k-173.3k yearly 49d ago
  • Training Program Manager - Business Insights

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary The Training Program Manager plays a key role in building a data-savvy workforce within NLG's Operations area. This role designs, delivers, and manages learning programs that enable associates at all levels to confidently interpret, analyze, and apply data in their daily work. By equipping staff with essential data literacy skills, the role ensures stronger decision-making, operational efficiency, and measurable business impact. The ideal candidate combines expertise in adult learning, curriculum development, and instructional design with a solid understanding of data analytics and insurance operations. This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Program Design & Strategy: * Define learning objectives, competency models, and curriculum pathways that build both foundational and advanced skills in data interpretation and application. * Partner with Operations leadership, data teams, and subject matter experts to align training programs with business priorities and analytics capabilities. * Assess current state of data knowledge within the function and create learning pathways for different audiences (front line staff, managers, senior leaders). Learning Delivery & Enablement * Deliver engaging training through multiple modalities (classroom, e-learning, workshops, coaching, and microlearning). * Facilitate workshops and presentations to educate stakeholders on data interpretation and analysis and applying data visualization best practices. * Teach stakeholders effective data visualization techniques using charts and graphs. * Translate complex data concepts into accessible learning experiences that are relevant to operational roles. * Promote awareness of data quality issues and share best practices for data collection and management. Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement * Act as a learning advisor by coaching leaders and teams on how to embed data-driven thinking into decision making. * Collaborate with data governance, analytics, and operations leadership to align training with enterprise data strategy and systems. * Collect and apply feedback to continuously evolve the program to meet changing business needs and data landscape. Measurement & Impact * Define success metrics to evaluate learner progress and overall program effectiveness. * Track and communicate program outcomes, demonstrating how data literacy training contributes to improved performance and business results. * Recommend and implement program improvements based on evaluation data and business needs. Minimum Qualifications * 12 years of total combined post-secondary education and relevant work experience, which may include: * Bachelor's degree in education, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field and 8 or more years of related work experience, OR * Advanced degree and 5 or more years of related work experience, OR * 12 or more years of total equivalent work experience. * Extensive experience (5+ years) in learning & development, instructional design, or organizational effectiveness, with a strong focus on data and/or analytics. * Strong background in data concepts, analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Excel), and data governance principles. * Prior experience in life insurance or financial services operations is highly desirable. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced expertise in Excel. * Knowledge of database structures and blending data from multiple sources. * Proficiency in Tableau for data analysis and visualization; SQL proficiency is helpful but not required. Preferred Qualifications * Master's degree/relevant certifications and / or degree in a related field (e.g., Data Science, Education, Data Analytics, or similar) * Analytics experience within insurance or financial services industry Benefits * Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life! Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $97,500-$143,000 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $97.5k-143k yearly 49d ago
  • Life & Annuity Compliance Analyst - SPG

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Life & Annuity Compliance Analyst - SPG Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary Are you looking for the next step in your career with the opportunity to join Life & Annuity Compliance? We are seeking a talented individual who is passionate about continuing to develop their professional expertise through learning more about regulations and how they apply to organizational processes. The successful candidate will become part of the Sales Practice Guidance ("SPG") team and will apply company policies and procedures to review and respond to moderate and varied consumer complaints and non-fraud agent matters and determine appropriate action. In this role you will have the opportunity to cultivate productive internal and external relationships to address mutual concerns through collaboration. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to apply the skills you have already gained through your work experience, while continuing to grow your business and compliance knowledge as you take the next step in your career journey. The main products handled by the Company are fixed life insurance, including indexed universal life insurance, along with living benefits, and fixed annuities, including fixed indexed annuities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Contribute to the research, analysis, solution, and response to consumer complaints made by customers, attorneys, customer representatives, and regulators using learned techniques and departmental tools. * Execution - 80% * Tactical - 20% * Assist with the review and investigation of non-fraud agent matter referrals, including interviewing and file reviews, and working with business partners on disciplinary recommendations, if warranted. * Use knowledge and skills to complete moderate scope routine and ad-hoc tasks within internally established time standards. * Work under general supervision with work reviewed at key milestones and for approval of significant exceptions by management or designated senior colleagues. * Build relationships with internal and external (including regulators) peers. * Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices contributing to problem-solving and determining appropriate action. * Consistently demonstrate NLG values and Servant Leadership Tenets by actively seeking opportunities to align work with these principles. Minimum Qualifications * 3+ years of relevant combination of compliance and/or life insurance and annuity work experience. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. * Ability to provide exceptional customer service through empathy, listening, and understanding client needs. * Ability to understand and communicate basic compliance topics with training and guidance from more experienced team members. * Demonstrate tact and professionalism and the ability to interact with individuals and leaders at all levels of the Company, the Field, and with the public on sensitive matters. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a high degree of accuracy. * Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive matters. * Strong organizational, time management, qualitative, and analytical skills. * Demonstrate understanding of Company and departmental goals by designing and aligning individual goals to support annual goals and initiatives. * Effectively work in a team environment, closely collaborating with business partners. * All other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications * Compliance-related experience * Demonstrated basic product knowledge of fixed life insurance and annuities. Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $57,375-$84,150 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $57.4k-84.2k yearly 45d ago
  • Contract Change Technician

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary The primary responsibility for this position is to provide quality after-issue servicing of life insurance products. This includes processing changes to life policies and annuities based on the contractual rights indicated within the policy and product specifications, in a timely and accurate manner; to communicate with field associates and home office associates in order to process changes in compliance with both company and state regulations. The incumbent will work with a wide variety of individuals, including producers, policy owners and field associates, as well as coordinate work with several home office business units including, but not limited to, New Business, Underwriting, Replacements, Inbound and Outbound Payment Centers , Contract & Licensing , Title and Claims. This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Analyze requests from policy owners or field associates for availability; involves reviewing product specifications, contractual language, old rates books and agent guides, etc. * Review for completeness of requirements received and communicate any missing requirements to agent or policy owner * Coordinate with After Issue Underwriter for requirements needed for changes that add a risk to the company and order underwriting requirements such as but not limited to medical exams, RX reports, MIB, Motor vehicle reports and any other requirements the underwriter requests, includes preparing each case for the Underwriting review and acting as liaison between Underwriting and Agent/Policyholder for additional information * Responsible for managing the case (change) from beginning to end , communicating in a timely manner with the agent or policyholder and other business areas as needed * Prompt and efficient processing of submitted transactions within designated time frame * Perform final review of policy change, calculate changes to premiums and commissions, preparation of documentation of all reviews * Process changes to policies by inputting updated information into our administrative systems, including the traditional life, disability and vantage systems; issues new policies on the new business system and makes appropriate changes to many supporting systems to complete the actual changes to the policy * Maintain quality work and perform quality checks of new or changed policy and mails out appropriate forms and documentation directly to agent and/or policy owner * Complete updates of systems and files all documentation in permanent, imaged application; performs follow-up as needed and appropriate * Reviews the legacy system controls each morning and if the system reports show any out of balance situations, will work with the Team Manager and/or Team Lead to determine if we alert IT or a business area * Reviews error reports and reports from the legacy systems that require business areas to take action and responsible for alerting each business area of the action required or errors ; will work closely with Team Manager and/or Team Lead as needed * Actively involved with the SEC, FINRA and state audits; also involved with transactional audits that occur annually * Perform other duties related to servicing and maintaining Inforce Policies Minimum Qualifications * High School diploma * Strong math skills preferred * Thorough and observant, with an eye for detail * Strong communication skills both verbal and written * Maintain confidentiality * Organized and Driven * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) * Ability to meet established deadlines; must be able to work independently and as a team player * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; strong interpersonal skills a must * Establish and maintain effective working relationships * Must be able to pass a background check * Strong problem solving skills * Conscientious and responsible * LOMA course completion required within first year on the job (FLMI Level 1 - Course 280 & 290); strongly encouraged to obtain LOMA designations ACA and ALMI * Ability to pass a background check * A strong work ethic and a demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of accuracy Benefits * Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life! Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Hourly Pay Range $17-$26 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $17-26 hourly 49d ago
  • Senior Project Manager - Life & Annuities

    National Life Group 4.7company rating

    National Life Group job in Addison, IL

    Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary The Senior Project Manager plays a pivotal role in driving enterprise-wide initiatives that shape business strategy and enable organizational transformation. This role provides strategic leadership and oversight of complex, high-impact projects and programs, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and long-term value creation. The Senior Project Manager is accountable for orchestrating resources, scope, schedules, and financials across multiple initiatives while championing quality, governance, and cross-functional collaboration. This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Manage all aspects of strategic, large-scale transformation projects/programs to ensure timely and effective project execution, including: * Create Project/Program scope statements in collaboration with IT and business stakeholders. * Establish scope, schedule, and cost baselines. * Ensure a clear understanding of the scope and expectations of business owners, including success and acceptance criteria. * Ensure confirmation of requirements, scope prioritization where appropriate, and establish requirements traceability through project/program delivery. * Work with Business Analysts/others to translate business input into actionable value-creating ideas and project/program requirements. Help to identify and evaluate solution options and develop recommendations based on business requirements. * Facilitate the delivery and implementation of project/program scope. * Collaborate with project/program team to identify and manage all dependencies between functional areas involved in the project/program. * Work with the team to establish and track project/program progress. * Monitor progress against baselines; recommend schedule, cost, or resource adjustments as appropriate; and effectively manage project change per established PMO Process. * Establish and provide timely updates to the management team for each project/program following established status reporting guidelines, escalating issues, and managing risks/issues. * Ensure that the business and IT project/program resources are following established processes. * Lead process improvements and find new ways of operating, with a focus on simplification across the PMO. * Develop a plan for identifying, engaging, and communicating with stakeholders to set consistent expectations. * Escalate risks/issues to appropriate stakeholders and drive resolution. * Assemble, mobilize, and motivate project/program teams to set direction, identify skill gaps, and resolve conflict. * Help to balance workload across large projects and programs to synchronize team efforts. * Manage resources against approved hours and scope. * Develop, champion, and comply with project/program management, repository, and quality assurance/control processes. * Expertise in multiple development methodologies such as waterfall, iterative, and agile (scrum, kanban) to support project/program teams. Deep awareness of agile techniques such as backlog management, user stories, test-driven development, automated testing, etc. * Consistently establishes strong working relationships with executive sponsors, business owners, and stakeholders across the organization to manage expectations and project/program delivery. * Strong ability to turn around large and complex troubled projects. * Act as a coach to project managers, executives, and others who need assistance and advice regarding project management practices. * Consistently capture and integrate the voice of the customer (VOC) and voice of the team (VOT) feedback. * Lead efforts on continuous improvement in project/program management principles to improve project delivery. * Lead efforts to embrace NLG's learning organization culture to mature teams into highly productive, self-sufficient project teams capable of delivering work that crosses various systems and business processes. * Leads capability-building efforts through direct mentoring, coaching, and support of emerging project leaders. * Strong ability to teach PM skills-both hard and soft-that are required for the successful planning, execution, delivery, and support of projects/programs and their products or services. Business Acumen * Understand the Life & Annuities business * Understand the business needs of a project and its interaction with other projects/programs to make decisions that are in the best interest of the organization. * Partners with senior leadership to align program expectations and outcomes with business strategy. * Support Organizational Change Management. * Work with project stakeholders and team members to identify project/program rollout/transition plans and organizational impacts. * Participate in organizational change management planning and execution as appropriate. Minimum Qualifications * Must have an executive presence with high EQ & SQ * Must demonstrate business savviness & service-oriented customer centric mindset with a strong ability to communicate and influence C-Level executives and senior leadership * Consulting experience a plus * 10 to 15 years project/program management experience in life insurance and annuity with the ability to navigate the dynamics of a diverse culture * LOMA ALMI or FLMI certification a plus * Must be a self-starter and be able to work independently with little to no direction as well as being a team player. * Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex subject matter * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; extremely strong organizational skills is a must * Results-oriented, excellent verbal and written communication skills * Well versed in life and annuity technologies (e.g. PAS, Underwriting, New Business Processing) * Must demonstrate technical curiosity and technology savviness * Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification or working towards required * Must be able to coach and mentor Project Managers * Expertise in multiple project management methodologies (e.g., agile/scrum, waterfall) desired * Proven track record in large projects/programs for executing core project/program management responsibilities, including establishing appropriate project plan, controlling scope/schedule, executing the change management process, and providing timely and accurate project status reporting and project effort forecasting. * Bachelor's degree * Must have expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and tools such as Jira/Confluence Benefits * Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life! Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. Salary Pay Range $101,250-$148,500 USD National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604
    $101.3k-148.5k yearly 49d ago

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