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Life Insurance & Annuity Competition Associate

As Life Insurance & Annuity Competition Associate, you will provide field force with life insurance competition and conservation support, conduct life insurance & annuity industry research, create/ update marketing materials, and present at trainings and WebEx’s. Demonstrate Guardian values which are, “We do the right thing, We believe people count, We courageously shape our future together and We go above and beyond for the people we serve.”

You are

Familiar and comfortable with the individual life insurance and annuity markets. Has a natural curiosity, enjoys collaboration with both home office colleagues and field associates (General Agents, Financial Representatives, Brokers).

You have

Thorough knowledge of the life insurance and annuity industry with emphasis on whole life products, Guardian Life products and the target markets they serve.
Analytical thinking
Customer focus
Information seeking
Respect for diversity
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with key strength in presentation and effective public speaking.
Four-year college degree or equivalent business experience
CLU, ChFC, CFP, RICP, or other professional designations are a plus.
Understanding of the general agency distribution system.
Familiarity with Life Insurance & Annuity Illustration software.
Minimum 5 years industry experience preferred.

You will

Provide General Agents, agents, staff members and brokers with individualized case consultations via phone and e-mail offering competition support for new business and conservation, including traditional and variable life products.
Develop effective sales support materials, including client pieces, competitor analysis, and other related materials.
Keep abreast of competitor actions and industry happenings to best differentiate and position Guardian’s products and riders.
Continually learn new sales support functions and new life and annuity products/ trends as a means to provide the best possible service to stakeholders.

Location

The primary location for this position is New York, NY, Holmdel, NJ, Bethlehem, PA
Hybrid schedule - 2 days in office / 3 days remote

Salary Range

$66,680.00 - $100,025.00

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

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (J.E.D.I.)

Employee Resource Groups that advocate for inclusion and diversity
J.E.D.I. certification and training programs
Matching gifts/volunteering

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.

Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. 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

By Guardian Life

In 2021, we expanded our purpose as an organization to inspire well-being™. We established Guardian’s North Star going forward and began a three- to five-year process of transformation and progress. The effort gained momentum last year across our ...

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Private

INDUSTRY

Insurance Carriers

TEAM SIZE

5001-10000

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in New York, NY

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