AVP – Practice Management/Training Enablement – Retirement – Remote

Symetra; United States; Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid telecommuting

401(k) with company match up to 6%

Paid time away including vacation and

Company match programs for giving

Job summary

Symetra is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Practice Management - Training Enablement in the United States to lead strategy and delivery of sales enablement programs across the Retirement division. You will partner with sales executives, marketing, compliance, and training teams to strengthen the sales organization with knowledge, skills, and tools to compete in the annuity market.

You will develop content for partnerships, shape sales readiness, accelerate onboarding, and build scalable

Qualifications

• Experience leading sales enablement, training, or distribution in financial services.
• Ability to partner with sales leaders to improve performance and build capability.
• Strategic thinker who translates business needs into learning solutions.
• Strong influencing and credibility with executives and cross-functional teams.
• Engaging facilitator and communicator for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sales enablement initiatives aligned with Retirement division growth objectives.
• Design and deliver messaging, content, and training for sales readiness and onboarding.
• Develop and present speeches and presentations for key stakeholders and partners.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to address capability gaps and implement solutions.
• Establish metrics to measure program impact and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Sales enablement

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Change management

Education

High School Diploma required

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Symetra is seeking an Assistant Vice President (AVP), Practice Management - Training Enablement to lead the strategy, design, and delivery of sales enablement programs that drive growth across our Retirement division .

About the role

In this highly visible leadership role, you'll partner closely with sales executives, marketing, compliance, and training teams to support and strengthen our sales organization with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to succeed in a competitive annuity marketplace.

You'll deliver keynote and breakout presentations on timely industry topics, help develop new content for deployment to our strategic partners, help shape sales readiness, elevate field effectiveness, accelerate onboarding, and build scalable development programs that support long-term business growth.

What you will do

• Strategic Sales Enablement
• Develop, execute, and train on messaging and communications aligned to Retirement division growth objectives.
• Deliver crisp, polished, professional speeches and presentations both in person and virtually.
• Partner with senior sales leaders to identify capability gaps and implement solutions that improve performance.
• Translate business priorities, product initiatives, and market opportunities into impactful learning experiences.
• Training & Development Leadership
• Assist in the design and delivery of annuity-focused training programs, onboarding experiences, and sales development initiatives.
• Equip wholesalers and sales support teams with the expertise needed to drive results.
• Ensure training content reflects market dynamics, competitive trends, product strategies, and regulatory requirements.
• Performance & Program Excellence
• Establish metrics and feedback mechanisms to measure program effectiveness and business impact.
• Drive continuous improvement through data, field insights, and stakeholder feedback.
• Maintain alignment across Sales, Compliance, Product, Marketing, and Learning partners.
• Executive Partnership & Facilitation
• Serve as a strategic advisor to sales leadership on training, readiness, and organizational capability development.
• Facilitate high-impact training sessions and assist in leadership meetings and sales conferences.
• Influence and engage senior leaders through compelling communication, executive presence, and strong business acumen.

Why work at Symetra

Heres what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:

If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work. - Cris H., VP Internal Sales

We're big enough to make an impact on the country, but small enough to care and know who you are and what you're contributing to the organization. All new ideas are welcome! - Stephanie F., VP Customer Service & Operations

What we offer you

Benefits and Perks

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview (https://www.symetra.com/globalassets/documents/web/hr/hr_0022.pdf)

Compensation

Salary Range: $250,000 - $325,000 plus eligibility for annual bonus program and long-term incentive plan

Who you are

• A sales enablement, training, or distribution leader with 8+ years of experience in financial services, including expertise in annuities and retirement products.
• Experienced in partnering with sales organizations to improve performance, build capability, and drive business growth.
• A strategic thinker who can assess market opportunities and translate business needs into impactful learning solutions.
• Skilled at influencing and building credibility with sales leaders, executives, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• An engaging facilitator and communicator who can effectively connect with audiences ranging from new hires to senior executives.
• Comfortable leading change, managing multiple priorities, and driving initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about helping others grow and committed to creating learning experiences that improve sales effectiveness and business results.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint.
• High School Diploma required; bachelors degree preferred.
• FINRA Series 6 or 7, Series 63, SIE, Series 24, and Series 26 licenses are a plus.
• Life and Variable Contracts licenses a plus.
• This role includes regular travel approximately 2-3 times per month, generally for a few days at a time.

Travel:

Required Training & Professional Development
All newly hired people leaders with direct reports are required to complete a comprehensive leadership development program within their first year. This program includes both virtual and in-person training. The in-person sessions will take place at Symetras corporate headquarters in Bellevue, Washington. Symetra covers all travel and accommodation expenses.

Reasonable Accommodations

Symetra is committed to providing equitable access to all job-related responsibilities, including required travel. If reasonable accommodations are needed for travel, Symetras HR department will work to provide appropriate solutions in alignment with individual needs and company policies.

We empower inclusion

We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
• Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
• Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.

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Identity Verification

Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.

Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:

• Disqualification from the recruitment process
• Withdrawal of a job offer
• Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered