AVP, Insurance Compliance

Job Description

Job Description

About the role :

5Star Life Insurance Company is seeking a strategic and experienced Assistant Vice President, Insurance Compliance to lead our compliance team and drive the development and execution of our regulatory strategy. This role is critical in ensuring our operations meet all legal and regulatory standards while supporting innovation and growth.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience : 10+ years in insurance compliance (life, annuity, or supplemental health benefits), with 5+ years in compliance or internal audit.
• Education : Bachelor’s degree required; JD and LOMA designation strongly preferred.
• Certifications : CPCU, CLU, or other industry certifications a plus.
• Expertise : Proven success in regulatory research, analysis, and documentation; experience with state filings, SEC, IRS, and insurance product development.
• Leadership : Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams, collaborate across departments, and provide strategic compliance guidance.
• Communication : Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present to senior management and boards.
• Values : Commitment to integrity, compliance, and service to those who serve.

Key Responsibilities

About Armed Forces Benefit Association (AFBA) and 5Star Life

In 1947, AFBA emerged from the basement of the Pentagon to solve a critical need in support of the military. More than 75 years later, our commitment to those who serve and to solving their unique problems remains core to everything we do. Founded to provide military members with a death benefit no one else would, we continue to embrace our mission and deliver benefits tailored to the real-life needs of all who serve today, including active duty, National Guard, and first responders. Providing protection to those who go in harm’s way, we ensure survivor and other benefits are available to all who serve, defend, and protect our great nation, no matter what. 5Star Life Insurance Company was founded in service and carry that mission today by committing to serve those who serve, from underwriting benefits for military and first responder families to providing coverage to the employees that keep our communities running. Our commitment to our communities – rather than the bottom line- drives our business.

We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds with 3 days in the office and up to 2 days working remotely each week. This position is in Alexandria, VA

Benefits we offer :

Qualified people of all races, ethnicities, ages, sex, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, gender identities, marital status, religions, veterans' statuses, disabilities, and any other protected classes are strongly encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity workplace, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance Company endeavors to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If an applicant believes they require such assistance to complete the application or to participate in an interview, or has any questions or concerns, they should contact Human Resources (hr@afba.com). EEO is the Law (Link to external DOL site). AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Employer.