Annuity Product Implementation Manager

Aspida; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation available

Full Benefits Package Available

Full-Time

Job summary

Aspida is seeking an Annuity Product Implementation Manager to lead the operational implementation of new annuity products and product enhancements. This role connects Product Development, Actuarial, Operations, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Marketing, and Distribution.

The ideal candidate understands the annuity lifecycle and translates product requirements into actionable plans. You will manage cross-functional initiatives from design to launch, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, insurance, actuarial science, project management, or a related field.
• Five+ years of experience in annuity product implementation, insurance operations, product management, business analysis, project management, or related area.
• Strong knowledge of fixed, fixed indexed, and/or registered index-linked annuity products.
• Understanding of annuity administration systems, policy servicing processes, and the insurance product lifecycle.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Ability to interpret product specifications into business, operational, and technology requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with technical teams, business partners, and senior leadership.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accurate, compliant product implementation.
• Proficiency with project-management and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end implementation of new annuity products, product enhancements, rate changes, and regulatory updates.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, implementation timelines, milestones, dependencies, and risk assessments.
• Partner with Product Development and Actuarial teams to translate product specifications into operational and system requirements.
• Coordinate implementation activities across Operations, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Marketing, Distribution, and other business partners.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings, communicate project status, and elevate risks or decisions requiring leadership attention.
• Review product specifications, contract forms, operational procedures, system requirements, marketing materials, and training resources for consistency and accuracy.
• Coordinate system configuration, product testing, user acceptance testing, defect resolution, and implementation readiness.
• Ensure operational processes support the complete policy lifecycle, including application processing, policy issuance, servicing, financial transactions, claims, and reporting.
• Establish launch-readiness criteria and confirm that systems, processes, documentation, training, and support resources are in place before implementation.
• Support post-launch monitoring, identify implementation issues, and coordinate timely resolution and process improvements.
• Maintain implementation documentation, decision logs, approvals, and audit-ready records.
• Identify opportunities to improve the speed, quality, and scalability of Aspida's product implementation process.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, insurance, actuarial science, project management, or related field

Tools

Project-management tools

Job description

Company Description

Aspida is a tech-driven, nimble insurance carrier. Backed by Ares Management Corporation, a leading global alternative asset manager, we offer simple and secure retirement solutions and annuity products with speed and precision. More than that, we're in the business of protecting dreams; those of our partners, our producers, and especially our clients. Our suite of products, available through our elegant and intuitive digital platform, focuses on secure, stable retirement solutions with attractive features and downside protection. A subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) acts as the dedicated investment manager, capital solutions and corporate development partner to Aspida. For more information, please visit www.aspida.com or follow them on LinkedIn.

Who We Are

Sometimes, a group of people come together and create something amazing. They don’t let egos get in the way. They don’t settle for the status quo, and they don’t complain when things get tough. Instead, they see a common vision for the future and each person makes an unspoken commitment to building that future together. That’s the culture, the moxie, and the story of Aspida.

Our business focuses on annuities and life insurance. At first, it might not sound flashy, but that's why we're doing things differently than everyone else in our industry. We're dedicated to developing data-driven tech solutions, providing amazing customer experiences, and applying an entrepreneurial spirit to everything we do. Our work ethic is built on three main tenets: Get $#!+ Done, Do It with Moxie, and Have Fun.

What We Are Looking For

Aspida is seeking an Annuity Product Implementation Manager to lead the operational implementation of new annuity products and product enhancements. This role will serve as the connection point among Product Development, Actuarial, Operations, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Marketing, and Distribution.

The ideal candidate understands the annuity product lifecycle and can translate product requirements into clear, executable implementation plans. This individual will manage cross-functional initiatives from initial design through launch, ensuring each product is implemented accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable requirements. This role reports to the to the AVP, Product Development Leader and is required to be onsite at our Durham office 3 days a week.

What You Will Do

• Lead the end-to-end implementation of new annuity products, product enhancements, rate changes, and regulatory updates.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, implementation timelines, milestones, dependencies, and risk assessments.
• Partner with Product Development and Actuarial teams to translate product specifications into operational and system requirements.
• Coordinate implementation activities across Operations, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Marketing, Distribution, and other business partners.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings, communicate project status, and elevate risks or decisions requiring leadership attention.
• Review product specifications, contract forms, operational procedures, system requirements, marketing materials, and training resources for consistency and accuracy.
• Coordinate system configuration, product testing, user acceptance testing, defect resolution, and implementation readiness.
• Ensure operational processes support the complete policy lifecycle, including application processing, policy issuance, servicing, financial transactions, claims, and reporting.
• Establish launch-readiness criteria and confirm that systems, processes, documentation, training, and support resources are in place before implementation.
• Support post-launch monitoring, identify implementation issues, and coordinate timely resolution and process improvements.
• Maintain implementation documentation, decision logs, approvals, and audit-ready records.
• Identify opportunities to improve the speed, quality, and scalability of Aspida's product implementation process.

What We Provide

• Salaried, DOE
• Relocation available
• Full-Time
• Full Benefits Package Available

What We Believe

Not sure if you meet every qualification? We value inclusivity, welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds, including non-traditional paths. Unique experiences enrich our team, and the willingness to dream big makes you an exceptional candidate!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, insurance, actuarial science, project management, or a related field.
• Five or more years of experience in annuity product implementation, insurance operations, product management, business analysis, project management, or a related area.
• Strong knowledge of fixed, fixed indexed, and/or registered index-linked annuity products.
• Understanding of annuity administration systems, policy servicing processes, and the insurance product lifecycle.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Ability to interpret product specifications and convert them into business, operational, and technology requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business partners, and senior leadership.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, compliant product implementation.
• Proficiency with project-management and collaboration tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing annuity products within a life insurance carrier or financial services organization.
• Familiarity with insurance product filing and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with policy administration platforms, illustration systems, digital application platforms, and third-party integrations.
• Project-management certification, such as PMP, or experience working within Agile and traditional project-management frameworks.
• Experience developing product implementation standards, governance processes, or scalable launch frameworks.