What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compliance Director - Individual Life and Annuity Products - Remote position at Symetra?
Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our Compliance team as aCompliance Director!
About the role
As a Compliance Director, you will lead compliance oversight for product filings and operational compliance across our Individual Life and Retirement (Annuities) divisions. This role is ideal for an experienced compliance leader with deep, hands-on knowledge of individual life insurance and annuity product development and filing processes.
You'll partner with product development, operations, and distribution teams to ensure our products and business practices meet all regulatory requirements while supporting innovation and market competitiveness. This is a strategic leadership role that combines regulatory expertise, business acumen, and collaboration across functions to ensure compliance excellence and foster a strong culture of ethics and accountability.
What you will do
- Lead compliance strategy and oversight for product development, product filings, and approval processes within Symetra's Life and Annuities businesses.
- Collaborate with product and actuarial teams to review new and modified product designs, marketing materials, and distribution strategies for regulatory compliance.
- Prepare annual regulatory filings for Individual Life and Retirement products.
- Oversee the preparation, submission, and management of state product filings, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with evolving laws and regulations.
- Provide proactive compliance guidance to business leaders on product features, operational practices, and emerging regulatory trends.
- Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and controls that support compliant operations across the Individual Life and Retirement divisions.
- Serve as a key liaison with regulators and industry groups, representing Symetra's interests and promoting industry best practices.
- Manage departmental staffing, budgets, and performance with a focus on developing a high-performing, collaborative team.
- Advise executive management on compliance risks and mitigation strategies that align with business goals.
- Review Individual Life and Retirement marketing materials and prepare advertising filings.
Why work at Symetra
"I truly believe there's something for everyone at Symetra. No matter what your passion is, if you enjoy being part of something bigger than yourself and want to make a meaningful difference, this is the place for you. We're more than just an insurance company-we're a community with purpose." - Joanne S., AVP Compliance
"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
We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.
- 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
Compensation
$125,000 - $208,400 annually plus eligibility for Company Annual Bonus
Who you are
- High school diploma required
- College degree or equivalent industry experience required
- Proven experience with state product filings, regulatory submissions, and approval processes for individual life and annuity products.
- 12-15 years of progressive experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles within life insurance and annuity product development and filing functions.
- Strong understanding of product development, product design, features, and operational frameworks in the insurance and retirement space.
- Ability to anticipate regulatory changes and adapt strategies accordingly.
- Exceptional leadership and relationship-building abilities across functional teams.
- Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
- Ability to simplify complex regulatory concepts for business partners and executives.
- Recognized as a thought leader or subject-matter expert in life and annuity compliance.
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 perspectives, 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
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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
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