Head of Group Benefits Purchase Technology

The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America; Town of Bethlehem (NY); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 267,000; Full time

Job summary

The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America is seeking a Head of Group Benefits Purchase Technology to lead a diverse team within the Group Benefits Digital and Technology organization. You will partner with senior business leaders to develop and execute strategic initiatives for Group Benefits Purchase Technology and ensure delivery, financial stewardship and operational stability.

You will shape the technology roadmap, oversee purchase applications, drive end-to-end transformation including

Qualifications

• Proven business-oriented and technology executive knowledge with ROI focus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Group Benefits Purchase Technology strategy aligned with business plans.
• Accountable for financial management of initiatives, team and function.
• Oversee Purchase applications performance and drive efficiency and effectiveness by engineering teams.
• Drive AI-enabled transformations and end-to-end modernization of the Purchase ecosystem.

Job description

Head of Group Benefits Purchase Technology Overview

We are seeking a Head of Group Benefits Purchase Technology leader within the Group Benefits Digital and Technology organization. The individual will be responsible for managing Group Benefits Purchase applications and aligned Group Benefits Purchase business function. As the Head of Group Benefits Purchase Technology, you will lead a diverse team and have full leadership responsibility for development of the team. Partnering with the senior business leaders you will develop and execute the Group Benefits Purchase/Underwriting strategy. In addition, the individual will be accountable for delivery of the initiatives, manage financials and ensure operational stability of Group Benefits Purchase Technology.

You Are

• A highly motivated individual with both strategic and tactical skills: you recognize potential obstacles well in advance and can resolve the them with decisions based upon experience.
• A confident, strategic technology leader with a deep understanding of business processes as well as technology capabilities to develop new or innovative solutions.
• Able to develop strong business cases and recommendations required to secure funding to execute on your vision.
• Exceptional at collaboration, communication, and leadership.
• Possessed of a demonstrated ability to develop deep, trusted relationships with senior business partners.
• Able to develop talent throughout the organization based on both technical assessments and soft skill evaluation.

You Will

• Be responsible for the development and execution of Group Benefits Purchase Technology strategy, and for continuously updating the strategy to assure that it is appropriately aligned with the overall strategy of the Group Benefit Purchase business plans.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of how your area of responsibility integrates with Group Benefits businesses and across Guardian Life.
• Have responsibility and accountability for financial management of the initiatives, team and function.
• Be Accountable for all technology related to Group Benefits Purchase applications.
• Oversee the multiple functions and drive the performance, efficiency, and effectiveness from the engineering and development teams.
• Ensure alignment with the Guardian Life and overall Digital and Technology objectives.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership for technology related initiatives with the team as well as overall Group Benefits Digital and Technology.
• Be accountable for the Purchase application performance.
• Using data and insights you will make informed recommendations for enhancements to improve performance.
• Drive simplification and automation of Purchase Technology applications and platforms, including end to end transformation of the Purchase experience with AI at the core.
• Stay abreast of trends and identify new opportunities to change the current ecosystem.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and leaders across Group Benefits and Guardian Life.
• Anticipate and respond to major technology evolutions, industry trends, and emerging technologies in anticipation of new business opportunities.

You Have

• Proven business-oriented and technology executive knowledge with a strong understanding of how technology can drive ROI and business growth.
• The ability to provide visionary direction and effectively lead IT and application delivery departments, aligning technology initiatives with the company's overall goals and objectives.
• Directly delivered applications improving customer experiences and driving revenue.
• A strong understanding of end to end customer experiences and processes and the capability to leverage technology to enhance efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.
• Excellent skills in planning, executing, and overseeing technology projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet the desired objectives.
• The ability to stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the organization.
• Significant Experience in Agile and Global large-scale programs.
• Significant Experience in AI Product Delivery Lifecycle transformation and AI-enabled software engineering.
• Significant Experience managing third-party outsourcers and managed service relationships.
• Significant Experience in software development engineering and release management.

Location & Travel

3 days a week at our offices in Holmdel, NJ, Bethlehem, PA, Boston, MA or New York, NY

Salary Range

Salary Range: $162,440.00 - $266,870.00 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.

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

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

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 [e-mail]. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site.

Visa Sponsorship

Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment-based visas (e.g., such as an H-1B). In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship/support now or at any time in the future.

Current Guardian Colleagues

Every day, Guardian helps our 29 million customers realize their dreams through a range of insurance and financial products and services. Our Purpose, to inspire well-being, guides our dedication to the colleagues, consumers, and communities we serve. We know that people count, and we go above and beyond to prepare them for the life they want to live, focusing on their overall well-being — mind, body, and wallet. As one of the largest mutual insurance companies, we put our customers first. Behind every bright future is a Guardian. Learn more at guardianlife.com.

Visa Sponsorship

Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment-based visas (e.g., such as an H-1B). In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship/support now or at any time in the future.