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Is the opportunity to join a culture where “We Do the Right Thing,” and “We Courageously Shape Our Future Together” important to you? If so, Guardian is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as Finance Lead for Underwriting & Operations.

In this role, you will report to the Head of Finance for Underwriting & Operations, Group Benefits and play a pivotal role to help support all financial aspects of Underwriting and Operations within the $5B+ Group Benefits business. The Underwriting and Operations functional areas are comprised of nearly 1,200 staff (on & offshore) and $95M of annual spend. You will collaborate with Underwriting and Operations leadership and provide recommendations based on financial analysis to assist management in making decisions aligned to the strategic vision of the employee benefits business.

You will serve as a strategic advisor and business partner, providing critical insights and identifying emerging trends, risks, and opportunities for both the Underwriting and Operations value chains. Ensuring alignment between workforce planning and budget development for each function, you will also support business case development by offering guidance on estimated value creation and measuring the realization of benefits for all investments led by Underwriting and Operations.

You will:

• Coordinate financial analysis for the Underwriting and Operations value chain.

• Operations: Implementation, Customer Set-Up, Enrollment and Billing, for both group and retail businesses.

• Underwriting: RFP, Rating, Risk Underwriting & Underwriting Operations.

• Provide enhanced analytics pertaining to both Underwriting and Operations value chains, while partnering with D&A team to develop and manage reporting inventory.

• Manage cost & benefit analysis related to business case development of new initiatives as part of the portfolio process.

• Measure benefit realization of implemented projects cases to ensure continued investment warranted for value creation and IRR estimates.

• Be responsible for providing financial analysis for automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects that impact both operational functions, including input on use case prioritization.

• Partner with workforce planning (WFP) to provide financial guidance that supports strategic goals for both functions, including appropriate career framework, productivity improvements, expense discipline and customer experience.

• Develop recommendations and mitigations of staffing risks with management, and coordinate regular updates based on FP&A reforecasts of volume projections (sales & inforce).

• Collaborate with WFP and business partners to develop time studies.

• Drive results within team and with cross functional partners by assessing need, developing, and implementing processes to enhance workflows where applicable on key deliverables.

You have:

• 10+ years of relevant experience within the Group Benefits industry with Finance or Actuarial experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or a related field.

• FSA, CPA, CFA designation or equivalent relevant accreditation / advanced degree preferred.

• The ability to think critically, analyze, prioritize, take initiative, problem solve.

• Demonstrated business acumen with ability to build relationships with executive leadership and across multiple matrix organizations.

• Leadership experience combined with the ability to manage a team of analytical and technical professionals.

• Organizational savvy with ability to influence cross functionally.

• Strong analytical and technical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and translate into a compelling narrative.

• Proficient within the Microsoft office suite along with data visualization experience.

Location:

• Hybrid role - 2 days in office, 3 days WFH. Role can be at any Guardian office located in Hudson Yards, New York City; Bethlehem, PA, Holmdel, NJ; Pittsfield, MA; Boston, MA.

• Travel to Guardian offices as determined by the People Leader.

Salary Range

$99,190.00 - $162,955.00

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 applicant_accommodation@glic.com .

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

Every day, Guardian helps our 29 million customers realize their dreams through a range of insurance and financial products and services. Our Purpose, to inspire well-being, guides our dedication to the colleagues, consumers, and communities we serve. We know that people count, and we go above and beyond to prepare them for the life they want to live, focusing on their overall well-being — mind, body, and wallet. As one of the largest mutual insurance companies, we put our customers first. Behind every bright future is a GuardianTM. Learn more about Guardian at guardianlife.com .