Contract Development Consultant

Description and Requirements
Role Value Proposition
For over 150 years, MetLife has continuously sought to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Today, MetLife continues its purpose "Always With You, Building a More Confident Future" .
The Retirement & Income Solutions ("RIS") business is part of MetLife's U.S. Business. RIS delivers business-to-business retirement and benefit funding solutions in specialized financial and insurance markets.
RIS is a leading provider of stable value products, structured settlements, annuities for employer sponsored plans and life insurance funding products. As part of the RIS Contracts team this role works closely with the product, sales and legal teams to develop, file and issue contracts and related documents for new and existing products.
Key Responsibilities

• Support regulatory filings, using primarily the SERFF (including Interstate Insurance Compact) electronic filing system.
• Prepare filing submission documentation, and negotiate approvals with state insurance departments.
• Develop and issue forms to support new and existing products within RIS. Determine variations in forms to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Assist in the analysis of proposed and enacted laws and regulations to identify required compliance activities.
• Research and respond to internal and external customer questions regarding contract features and compliance.
• Participate in special compliance, product development and team projects on an as needed basis.

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills
Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent business experience.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Analytical, problem solving and research skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to engage constructively with associates of various disciplines and levels as well as with insurance department regulators.
• Fast learner; Ability to apply learnings from one scenario to multiple other scenarios and adjust as necessary.
• Contract knowledge and technical writing skills.

Preferred:

• 3-5 years of contract development, compliance, legal or relevant business experience.
• Experience with financial products.
• Knowledge of the regulatory requirements and procedures for the development and filing of compliant contract forms associated with group annuity business.
• Knowledge of Stable Value business, defined contribution plans and ERISA.
• JD is a plus.

At MetLife, we're leading the global transformation of an industry we've long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we're dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.
The salary range for applicants for this position is 71,600 to 95,500.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2023 "World's Most Admired Companies" as well as the 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For ®, MetLife , through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
71,600 to 95,500
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