Symetra · 3 weeks ago
Assistant Vice President - Data Analytics – Remote
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$188K/yr - $314K/yr
10+ years expSymetra is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Data Analytics to help drive our transformation into a data‑driven enterprise. In this senior leadership role, you’ll shape strategy, lead high‑impact analytics initiatives, and guide teams that build the insights and capabilities powering our business decisions.
Financial ServicesHealth InsuranceInsuranceLife Insurance
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and implement Symetra’s data and analytics strategy in collaboration with IT leaders and business partners
Build strong partnerships across sales, marketing, customer experience, underwriting, claims, actuarial, innovation, and other teams
Find opportunities to improve efficiency, generate revenue, and enhance customer experience through analytics
Establish clear key performance indicators, return on investment metrics, and data literacy initiatives across the organization
Drive innovation by leading both hands on and coaching efforts in descriptive analytics, predictive modeling, and machine learning
Apply sound judgment in selecting the right modeling approach—from simple to complex—based on business need and data maturity
Supervise the creation and maintenance of a stable, trusted, and scalable enterprise data environment
Promote high quality reporting and BI solutions that enable self-service analytics
Ensure responsible data usage and compliance with privacy guidelines
Enhance enterprise data assets through thoughtful integration of third-party data
Lead and mentor technical teams, including direct and matrixed reports
Set clear responsibilities, foster collaboration, and develop team talent
Model a culture of continuous learning, curiosity, and innovation
Qualification
Required
10+ years of proven experience in data analytics, data science, or a related field
3+ years of experience leading, mentoring and developing technical teams
Hands on technical expertise with Python, DBT, and Snowflake
Proficiency with modern data mining, analytics, and visualization tools
Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex concepts clearly
Strategic problem solver with a track record of motivating change and building consensus
Skilled relationship‑builder who can influence at all levels of the organization
Continuous learner who stays current on industry trends and emerging technologies
High School Diploma required, bachelor's degree or higher preferred
Ability to travel occasionally as needed
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
Symetra is a financial service company that provides retirement, employee benefits, group life, and disability insurance.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2015-08-11Acquired
2010-01-22IPO
2004-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
David Goldstein
Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary
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Mike DiGioia
Vice President, Communications
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