Manager, Retail Product

The Manager, Retail Product Implementation position will be responsible to manage a team dedicated to providing expert product advice/support in the implementation of new products or any enhancements to existing products.  Team accountabilities include maintaining a thorough understanding of life and annuity products and business platforms, and providing ongoing support of retail projects and initiatives.  Application of product expertise- inclusive of product training, development of product supporting checking tools and administrative system verification to ensure product integrity is achieved.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop the processes, tools, and methodologies to provide internal support of the product roadmap and other strategic initiatives
• Builds cross functional stakeholder engagement strategies, working with key stakeholders to identify priorities and collaborate on solutions for new products, improving efficiency and quality and advocacy for change
• Lead and coach team of Actuarial Technicians by managing priorities, work pipeline and structure.
• Develops professional growth plans with team, removes barriers and serves as advocate for growth and development. Provide an environment that enables success.
• Plays critical role in development and execution of Retail Product Implementation Strategy
• Provide evaluation and detailed analysis of implementation impacts product, process and technology solutions
• Build cooperative project teams and act as a mentor/coach in areas of business technical expertise.
• Identifies and implements best practices
• Manages team of Actuarial Technicians that work to ensure new products or enhancements have accurate support tools in order to implement on the administrate and illustration systems properly.

Experience and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required – Preferred in Mathematics, Actuarial Science or related technical field
• 7+ years in the financial services industry
• Life insurance and/or annuity product knowledge is required with preference for Indexed UL and Fixed Indexed Annuity experience
• Strong technical, analytical, organizational, computer, and team skills.
• Able to perform in a fast-paced production environment while addressing multiple projects and responsibilities
• Demonstrated leadership experience