AVP, Product – Life

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to delivering exceptional care and innovative solutions in the financial services sector. As an AVP, you'll shape the strategic direction for the Life product line, driving product development and market innovation. This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented team, analyze market trends, and collaborate across departments to ensure operational readiness and profitability. If you have a passion for building relationships and a strong background in life insurance, this is your chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a flexible remote work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in life insurance product/business development.
• Strong industry knowledge and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver product strategy, design, and development for the Life Product Line.
• Lead industry research and competitive intelligence.
• Collaborate with sales and finance on product requirements.

Skills

Product Strategy

Market Research

Relationship Building

Leadership

Communication

Education

Undergraduate Degree

MBA

Insurance Designations (CLU, CHFC, CPCU)

Job description

Are you passionate about being part of a team that delivers extraordinary care to help individuals and businesses prepare for and protect their retirement? If so, then Nationwide Financial could be the place for you! At Nationwide, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

Addendum: This key executive position will be tasked with creating and evolving our product advance sales market strategy for Premium Finance, Multi Life, Private Placement, Workplace Benefits & Qualified Plans. A successful candidate will thrive in communication, setting strategy, building relationships, and execution.

Please Note: This role is open to working remotely in the United States.

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Job Description Summary

Our work is essential to helping Nationwide build future capability to serve customer needs. Keeping existing products relevant and marketable and building new products requires research, critical thinking, practicality, and collaboration. If you enjoy gathering input and creating innovative solutions for customers, we want to know more about you!

As the AVP, you'll establish, sell, and execute the strategic direction for the designated Life product line. You'll be responsible for product and strategy execution, including product launches, revisions, and innovations.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Define and deliver product strategy, design, and development for the Life Product Line.
2. Lead industry research, development, and competitive intelligence to stay ahead of trends and market challenges.
3. Develop and maintain sales report analysis and gather customer insights through networks of industry experts.
4. Identify and recommend new market opportunities and drive product innovation.
5. Oversee product development from conception to launch, ensuring operational readiness and profitability.
6. Assist clients in understanding product options and work with committees to approve design and pricing.
7. Participate in pricing, monitor product performance, and understand market needs.
8. Collaborate with sales and finance on product requirements.
9. Lead product and service delivery, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
10. Analyze in-force business performance regularly.
11. Manage resource plans and budgets for the product line.
12. Lead and manage a team of associates, fostering engagement and performance.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Reporting Relationships: Reports to VP.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree; MBA preferred.
• Insurance and/or professional designations (e.g., CLU, CHFC, CPCU, actuarial credentials).
• 7-10 years of experience in life insurance product/business development.
• Strong industry knowledge, leadership, and relationship-building skills.

Values: Demonstrates Nationwide Values consistently.

Work Conditions: Normal office environment; remote work possible.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid time off, holidays, 401(k), pension, and more.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. The position is open until 06/05/2025, with early applications encouraged.