VP, Life Affiliate & Complex Reinsurance

Lincoln Financial; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 217,000 - 347,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Parental leave

Competitive 401K and benefits

Tuition assistance

Free financial counseling

Health coaching and EAP

Job summary

Lincoln Financial in Greensboro, NC is seeking a VP, Life Affiliate & Complex Reinsurance to lead affiliate and complex reinsurance strategy across the Life business. You will align product, pricing, finance, valuation and technology to maximize business value and govern reinsurance programs enterprise-wide.

You will drive scalable infrastructure, analytics and reporting while guiding senior leaders through complex transactions and regulatory considerations in a changing market.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of finance experience aligned to role responsibilities.
• 5+ years in senior management within a large complex organization.
• Deep knowledge of life insurance, reinsurance structures and governance.
• Ability to lead enterprise-wide initiatives across functions.

Responsibilities

• Defines and advances the affiliate reinsurance strategy across the Life business.
• Leads cross-functional initiatives with Product, Pricing, Valuation, Accounting, Finance, Administration, and Technology.
• Advises senior leaders on complex affiliate and external reinsurance transactions.
• Evaluates reinsurance deal performance, settlements, and treaty provisions.
• Establishes governance frameworks for reinsurance administration and reporting.
• Directs scalable reinsurance infrastructure, data and monitoring capabilities.
• Anticipates regulatory and market challenges and develops solutions.
• Owners knowledge management and cross-functional alignment for reinsurance.

Skills

Finance leadership

Senior management

Life insurance knowledge

Reinsurance governance

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Change leadership

Education

CPA, FSA or other advanced designations

Job description

Alternate Locations:

Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Hartford, CT (Connecticut); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid : Employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln office

Relocation assistance:

is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #:

76546

The Role at a Glance

The VP, Life Affiliate & Complex Reinsurance will serve as the enterprise authority for affiliate and complex reinsurance strategy, governance, and infrastructure across the Life business, connecting product, pricing, finance, valuation, accounting, administration, and technology functions to maximize business value. They will lead the development of long-term reinsurance capabilities, influence enterprise and business unit strategies, and provide expert guidance on complex reinsurance matters with broad organizational impact.

What You'll Be Doing

• Defines and advances the affiliate reinsurance strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, product strategies, capital priorities, and long-term operational goals.
• Leads highly visible, cross-functional initiatives spanning Product, Pricing, Valuation, Accounting, Finance, Administration, and Technology to optimize reinsurance program processes and business outcomes.
• Serves as the subject matter authority on affiliate and existing external reinsurance, advising senior leaders on complex transactions, treaty structures, financial impacts, operational risks, and strategic opportunities.
• Evaluates and interprets reinsurance deal performance across the portfolio, integrating deal model outputs, financial results, settlements, and treaty provisions to identify trends, risks, and value-enhancing opportunities.
• Establishes governance frameworks, operating standards, and oversight practices for reinsurance administration, monitoring, reporting, and issue resolution.
• Directs the design and implementation of scalable reinsurance infrastructure, data, reporting, and monitoring capabilities to support ongoing business, regulatory, financial, and operational needs.
• Anticipates emerging business, regulatory, and market challenges impacting reinsurance activities and develops innovative solutions, process enhancements, and strategic recommendations.
• Serves as the owner and primary point of coordination for affiliate and existing external reinsurance knowledge management, audit engagement, organizational education and cross-functional alignment, ensuring sustainable oversight and informed decision-making

We're Looking For

Must-Haves

• 12+ Years experience of finance experience that directly aligns to the specific responsibilities for this role
• 5+ Years of senior management experience in a large complex organization including influencing senior management and critical stakeholder responsibility.
• Deep knowledge of life insurance, reinsurance structures, financial reporting, valuation, governance, and operational oversight
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, enterprise wide initiatives involving multiple business and functional areas
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship management skills
• Ability to adapt quickly, exercise sound judgment, and lead effectively in a changing and highly complex work environment

Nice to-haves

CPA, FSA, or other advanced designations

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through September, 30, 2026, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What's it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What's in it for you:

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
• PTO/parental leave
• Competitive 401K and employee benefits
• Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
• Tuition assistance program
• Work arrangements that work for you
• Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $216,750 - $346,800 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln's total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln's standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection and retirement plan services.

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln's Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln's current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

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Lincoln Financial ('Lincoln' or 'the Company') is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling [phone].

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