Compensation Associate

This position is responsible for the administration of all aspects of the Company’s Producer Compensation Plans, and accurate payment of field compensation as outlined in the Individual Life and Disability, and Multi-Life Disability schedules for business written by Guardian Brokers, Full Time Agents and Field Representatives.

You will

• Manage Professional Associates (PAs), Financial Professionals (FPs), Full Time Agents (FTAs), Broker compensation and contract terms.

• Perform analysis and provide resolution and clear verbal and written responses to compensation inquiries

• Ensure accurate field compensation by interpreting Guardian producer contracts and compensation schedules and contract terms

• Respond to commission-related issues and questions, problem research and resolution and accurate dissemination of information

• Provide confidential compensation data to field partners – Guardian Office Managers, Agency Accountants and Disability Income Specialists

• Work closely with Guardian Agent Contracting and Licensing (ACL) to ensure that compensation is paid according to the constantly evolving and varying state license regulations

• Process assignment of commissions adhering to legal requirements

• Provide confidential compensation information to various internal departments such as Legal, Audit and Agency Accounting Services and Manager, Distribution Alliance

You have

• The ability to identify the various types of commissions being reported (regular 12b-1’s and mixed transactions) and product types (mutual fund, variable annuity, variable life, brokerage and RIA business)

• High mathematical proficiency

• Quality oral communication skills

• Very Good PC skills required (Excel, Word)

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Proven ability to work under pressure

Salary Range$0.00 - $0.00

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

Our Promise

At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.

Inspire Well-Being

As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.

Health Care

• Choice of [high deductible/copay] medical plans* with prescription drugs, including coverage for fertility and transgender inclusive benefits

• Dental plan

• Vision plan

• Health care accounts – flexible spending, health reimbursement, and health savings accounts

• Critical illness insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

• Company-paid Life and Disability insurance plus voluntary supplemental coverage

• Accident insurance

Retirement and Financial

• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match, plus an annual age/service-based Company contribution and an annual profit-sharing contribution, if applicable

• Complimentary 1:1 financial guidance with a licensed Fidelity representative

Time Off and Remote Work

• Flexible work arrangements (part in-person/part remote)

• Unlimited paid time off for most roles plus time off for volunteering, jury duty, voting, and bereavement

• Personal holidays for colleagues to use in recognition of religious, cultural, or civic days

• Paid parental leave and paid family and medical leave policies

Emotional Well-being and Work-Life

• Emotional well-being, mental health, and work/life resources powered by Spring Health

• Wellness programs, including fitness program and equipment reimbursement

• Child, adult, and elder back-up care support through Bright Horizons

• Adoption assistance

• College planning

• Tuition reimbursement

• Student loan assistance

• Commuter benefits in select metropolitan areas

Equity & Inclusion

Opportunities to build inclusive and meaningful connections through involvement in colleague-led affinity groups:

• Employee Resource Groups:

• Colleague Connection Committees

• Community Involvement Committees

A culture that encourages colleagues to bring their authentic selves to work

• Voluntary self-ID

• Pronunciation and phonetic spelling of names

Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.Equal Employment Opportunity

Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].

Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.