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Symetra · 1 month ago

Vice President, Independent Marketing Organization Channel

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals. The Vice President of the Independent Marketing Organization (IMO) Channel will lead efforts to expand Symetra’s presence in the IMO Channel nationally, driving sales and building partnerships.

Financial ServicesHealth InsuranceInsuranceLife Insurance
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Growth Opportunities
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Responsibilities

Build and lead a team dedicated to expanding IMO partnerships into the broader distribution of Symetra’s Retirement Division
Negotiate and secure selling agreements with key IMO partners
Partner with internal stakeholders to champion IMO channel buildout
Provide leadership and guidance to the IMO sales team
Travel as assigned; represent Symetra in the IMO marketplace

Qualification

Sales leadership experienceIndependent distribution knowledgeRelationship managementFinancial products knowledgeRecruitmentRetentionPublic speakingOrganizational strategyDiversityInclusionSales initiativesTeam buildingLife Insurance LicenseFINRA LicensesLeadership skillsCommunication skillsPresentation skillsOrganizational skills

Required

High school diploma required
Undergraduate degree required, graduate degree or industry designations e.g. CFP preferred
Minimum 20 years relevant work experience in the insurance and/or financial services industry with a track record of increased responsibilities and success
Minimum 7-10 years' sales and marketing leadership experience required
Strong knowledge and track record of success within Independent distribution channel
Demonstrated strong, current relationships within the IMO channel
Demonstrated success in building sales and distribution
Strong knowledge of registered investment products, annuity products and how financial professionals use them within client portfolios
Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain top selling talent
Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
Experienced public speaker; strong presentation skills
Ability to drive significant sales and service initiatives
Ability to develop and execute organizational strategies
Experience driving Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and related corporate culture changing strategies within and beyond immediate team
Life Insurance License required
FINRA Series 6, 63 or 66, 26 or 24 and state life licenses required within 6 months of hire

Preferred

Graduate degree or industry designations e.g. CFP preferred

Benefits

Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching

Company

Symetra is a financial service company that provides retirement, employee benefits, group life, and disability insurance.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2015-08-11Acquired
2010-01-22IPO
2004-01-01Private Equity

Leadership Team

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David Goldstein
Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary
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Mike DiGioia
Vice President, Communications
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