Head of Annuity Product Management - FIA and RILA

Do you want to be part of a collaborative team shaping the future of Guardian’s annuity product strategy? Are you a strategic thinker who thrives on solving complex challenges, navigating regulatory landscapes, and leading high-performing teams? Do you bring deep expertise in Fixed Indexed Annuities (FIA) and Registered Index-Linked Annuities (RILA) and a passion for delivering customer-centric solutions? 

At Guardian, 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. If these values resonate with you, Guardian is seeking a Head of Annuity Product Management – FIA and RILA to lead the development and execution of our annuity product strategy, drive innovation, and deliver long-term business value. 

You Are

A strategic product leader with deep expertise in FIA and RILA annuities. You excel at translating market insights into innovative, customer-focused solutions and driving execution through cross-functional teams. You lead through others, influence senior stakeholders, and make high-impact decisions that shape Guardian’s annuity strategy and long-term growth. 

You Will

• Lead the development and execution of Guardian’s FIA and RILA product strategy to drive growth and differentiation. 
• Translate market insights, regulatory changes, and customer needs into actionable product roadmaps. 
• Oversee product lifecycle management, including ideation, pricing, launch, and optimization. 
• Collaborate across distribution, legal, compliance, and technology teams to ensure successful product delivery. 
• Influence senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to align priorities and resolve critical issues. 
• Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships to support strategic and operational goals. 
• Develop talent through subordinate managers, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. 

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

You Have

• 10+ years of experience in annuity product development or management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. 
• Deep knowledge of FIA and RILA products, including pricing, regulatory. 
• Deep knowledge of annuity distribution channels and partnerships. 
• A strong track record of delivering innovative solutions that drive financial performance and customer value. 
• Experience leading through managers, developing talent, and influencing across functions. 
• Ability to gain consensus and lead efforts in a matrixed organization 
• A bachelor’s degree and MBA or advanced degree preferred. 

Salary Range:

$151,950.00 - $249,630.00

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. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits. 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.

Accommodations

Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. 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.

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