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Symetra · 4 days ago

Vice President, Independent Marketing Organization Channel

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. They are seeking a Vice President of the Independent Marketing Organization distribution channel to lead efforts in growing Symetra’s presence nationally and drive sales within the IMO Channel.

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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 leadershipIndependent distribution knowledgeRelationship managementFinancial products knowledgeLife Insurance LicensePublic speakingDiversityInclusion strategiesRecruitmentRetentionOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma required
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
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
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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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