Knighthead Life · 1 month ago
New Business Team Lead
Knighthead Life is a service and technology-oriented insurance company providing retirement solutions. The Team Lead will manage the New Business team, overseeing the processing of new annuity applications and ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsuranceRetirement
Responsibilities
Supervise daily processing activities including application intake, data entry, contract setup, transfer packaging and transfer follow-up and policy issuance
Monitor and manage workflow queues to ensure timely and accurate completion of new business tasks
Review submitted applications for completeness and coordinate resolution of missing or incorrect information
Ensure all processing activities comply with regulatory standards and internal guidelines
Collaborate with internal teams such as compliance, sales support, and client services to resolve issues and improve turnaround times
Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to processing volumes, accuracy, and service levels
Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to team members
Serve as a point of escalation for complex processing cases or service concerns
Lead initiatives to streamline operational processes and enhance system efficiency
Support onboarding of new team members and cross-training across functions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in annuity operations, insurance, or financial services
2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
Demonstrated experience with MYGA and FIA product lines
Experience with FAST New Business platform
Strong understanding of annuity products and new business processing workflows
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with CRM systems and workflow management tools
Ability to lead in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Company
Knighthead Life
Knighthead Life delivers digital-first solutions designed to chart a secure path to retirement.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-01-14Acquired
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