Technology Practice Leader

Guardian Life; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 106,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Life is seeking a Technology Practice Leader to guide digital transformation in benefits administration, serving as a strategic partner to sales and client management teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in benefits technology and capabilities in digital solutions, ensuring high client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in benefits technology or digital solutions.
• Strong understanding of digital benefits administration platforms.
• Proven track record in influencing and partnering with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Be a trusted technology advisor to sales and brokers.
• Support new business and renewal sales with integrations.
• Collaborate to craft tailored technology solutions.

Skills

Client-friendly messaging

Interpersonal skills

Influencing across functions

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

API integrations

Digital tools

Job description

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Technology Practice Leader

Apply remote type Fully Remote locations Chicago - Regional Office Boston time type Full time posted on Posted Today job requisition id R000106943

As a Technology Practice Leader (TPL) at Guardian Life, you will serve as a subject matter authority and strategic partner supporting the sales and client management teams. You will efficiently drive the adoption and integration of Guardian’s digital benefit capabilities—including API integrations and digital administration solutions. We will work together to improve client experiences while streamlining benefits administration processes. In this role, you will develop Guardian’s technology capabilities both internally and externally and provide consultative expertise to brokers, clients, and technology partners.

Unique Value of the Role at Guardian:
• Opportunity to shape the digital transformation of benefits administration at a Fortune 250 insurance company.
• Collaborate directly with industry-leading brokers, benefits platforms, and employer clients.
• Be part of an innovative team that is redefining how Guardian delivers value through technology.

You will

Consultative Partner: Be a trusted technology advisor to sales, client management, brokers, and employer groups while presenting Guardian’s digital value proposition and solutions for benefits administration.

Sales Enablement: Support new business and renewal sales by showcasing Guardian’s API integrations, digital tools, and technology partnerships.

Solution Design: Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to craft tailored technology solutions that address client and broker needs.

Training & Enablement: Provide ongoing training and education on Guardian’s technology capabilities for internal and external partners.

Product Feedback: Act as a voice of the customer for technology initiatives, capturing feedback and driving insights as we strive together for continuous improvement.

Industry Awareness: Stay informed on digital benefits administration trends, competitor capabilities, and evolving client needs to position Guardian as a market leader.

You have

• 5+ years of experience in benefits technology, insurance technology, or digital solutions within the insurance or benefits administration space.
• Strong understanding of digital benefits administration platforms (e.g., PlanSource, BerniePortal, Workday) and API integrations.
• Ability to translate sophisticated technology concepts into clear, client-friendly messaging.
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of influencing and partnering across functions and with external stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

Location

T his is a mobile position with up to 50% travel.

Salary Range:

$106,660.00 - $175,225.00

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 [e-mail] .

Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.

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