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Business Program Manager, Practice Development

Business Program Manager, Practice Development

Guardian Life InsuranceScranton, PA, US
9 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Business Program Manager

Are you the colleague others turn to for input and leadership on a variety of projects? Someone who naturally excels at relationship building, execution and leveraging insights & feedback to inform business strategy? Do you love variety in your work and the opportunity to problem solve and propose fresh strategies to the team? If so, the Practice Development Team is seeking a Business Program Manager. The right colleague will join our team to help us shape and execute Financial Professional (FP) productivity initiatives that are critical to the growth of our business.

You Are

  • A self-starter who loves to solve problems independently and with others
  • Someone who takes initiative and isn't shy about jumping in, asking thoughtful questions and proposing solutions
  • A relationship builder adept at working independently and with diverse teams and stakeholders across a variety of functions
  • An enthusiastic, big-picture thinker who values data and experience when making business decisions
  • A skilled communicator in both conveying project needs and priorities as well as sharing the story of the impact of the team's work
  • Someone who effectively leads large, complex initiatives while still executing on day-to-day work
  • A team player who can collaborate effectively in a dispersed team setting to engage others to accomplish meaningful work

You will

As a key member of the Practice Development team, this role will lead cross-functional efforts to identify, prioritize, and execute strategies that enhance FP productivity. Because The Living Balance Sheet (LBS), Guardian's proprietary planning platform, is a proven driver of FP productivity, this position will sit with the LBS team.

You Have

  • A minimum of 10+ years experience and 5+ years of experience in financial services, including deep familiarity with Career Agency Distribution systems, Financial Professionals and the important role Agency Leaders play in coaching and developing advisors
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
  • A portfolio of experiences leading complex, cross-functional initiatives to set strategic vision, drive alignment and execution across diverse teams
  • Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills demonstrated by experience leading Lean initiatives, Kaizen events, or cross-functional process improvement projects
  • A proactive and innovative mindset, consistently identifying opportunities and delivering impactful outcomes through collaboration
  • Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to synthesize research and stakeholder insights into strategic, data-informed solutions
  • Experience applying process improvement methodologies to drive measurable business outcomes; certification preferred but not required
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to engage diverse audiences
  • Travel

  • Up to 15% travel within US
  • Salary Range : $84,320.00 - $138,522.50

    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.

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