Head of Annuity Business Development

Head Of Annuity Business Development

Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking team that drives Guardian's annuity growth strategy? Are you a strategic thinker who thrives on solving complex business challenges, leading high-impact initiatives, and influencing senior stakeholders? Do you bring deep domain expertise and a passion for identifying new opportunities and shaping the future of annuities?

Guardian is seeking a Head of Annuity Business Development to lead strategic initiatives that expand our annuity business. This individual contributor role is responsible for identifying growth opportunities, leading complex projects, and influencing cross-functional stakeholders to drive innovation and business performance.

You Are

An experienced leader with expertise in annuity markets and business strategy. You excel at anticipating market and regulatory shifts, solving complex problems, and leading strategic initiatives with broad impact. You are comfortable operating independently in a dynamic environment, influencing senior leaders, and communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences.

You Will

• Identify and evaluate strategic growth opportunities across Guardian's annuity business.
• Lead complex initiatives and projects with notable risk and visibility, from concept through execution.
• Advise senior leaders on market trends, business dynamics, and emerging opportunities.
• Develop business cases, internal documents, and strategic recommendations that influence functional and enterprise-level decisions.
• Collaborate across product, distribution, finance, legal, and compliance teams to align on priorities and execution.
• Communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse internal and external audiences.
• Influence stakeholders to adopt new approaches, improve client service, and drive innovation.
• Contribute to the development of functional strategy and long-term business planning.

Key stakeholders include Guardian Product, Marketing, Operations, Legal, and Distribution.

You Have

Salary Range : $148,940.00 - $244,685.00

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.

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.

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.