Associate Vice President, Digital Assets, Applications Development

Associate Vice President, Digital Assets, Applications Development

Company Summary

Come join one of America's fastest growing insurance companies with a stable history of 175 years. At National Life Group ("NLG"), we offer a flexible work environment with opportunity for growth. As a mission-driven business, our promises are as important as the products we sell. We encourage our associates to live our values: Do Good. Be Good. Make Good.

Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we sell. Our cause is also to make the world a better place through grants from our charitable foundation, paid time for our employees to volunteer, environmentally sustainable and healthy work sites, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard.

We invite you to explore what we have to offer and to join our cause.

Role Summary

The AVP Digital Insurance Information Systems will oversee the strategy, development, and management of digital solutions and information systems that support the insurance business.

This senior leadership role requires a deep understanding of both the insurance industry and digital technologies, with a focus on leveraging innovation to drive efficiency, improve customer experience, and support business growth.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in digital transformation within the insurance sector, possess strong leadership skills, and be adept at managing cross-functional teams to deliver complex systems and projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand & Feel:
• Have EI, SQ and EQ to connect with voice of the customer. Understand typical insurance personas of all customers: Buying, Selling, Internal, External, customer segments etc.
• Digital Strategy & Leadership:

Working with business, understand NLG brand value proposition, working in NLIT enable development and execution of the digital transformation strategy for the organization's insurance information systems. Drive innovation and oversee the modernization of legacy systems to ensure alignment with business objectives and market trends.

• Technology Oversight:

Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of core insurance systems and digital platforms. Ensure that systems are scalable, secure, and compliant with industry standards and regulations.

• Stakeholder Management:

Collaborate with internal stakeholders - business operations (underwriting, claims, actuarial, sales, etc.) & Product Distribution and Marketing to ensure alignment of digital initiatives with the broader organizational goals. Provide guidance and recommendations to business leaders on how to leverage technology to enhance operations.

• Project & Program Management:

Partner with NLG PMO Manage large-scale digital projects, ensuring that initiatives are executed on time, within scope, and on budget. Lead cross-functional teams in the planning, design, and rollout of new technologies and systems.

• Data Analytics & Insights:

Oversee the implementation of data analytics and business intelligence tools that provide actionable insights for decision-making. Leverage big data and advanced analytics to optimize underwriting, claims, pricing, and customer service.

• Vendor & Partner Relations:

Build and maintain relationships with external vendors - NLG supplier partners for engineering and QE resources, technology providers, and partners. Evaluate third-party solutions and integrations to ensure the organization stays at the forefront of digital innovation.

• Team Development & Management:

Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals, ensuring that they have the resources, skills, and knowledge to deliver on strategic goals. Foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration.

• Compliance & Risk Management:

Ensure that all digital systems and platforms adhere to regulatory requirements within the insurance industry. Manage the risks associated with digital technologies, including cybersecurity, data privacy, and system downtime.

Qualifications:

• Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (CIO, PMP, etc.) is a plus.

• Experience:
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in digital technology leadership roles, with at least 5 years in the insurance or financial services industry.
• Proven track record of leading successful digital transformations and system implementations in the insurance sector.
• Strong understanding of insurance business processes (underwriting, claims, policy administration) and how technology can enhance these processes.
• Skills:
• Expertise in digital platforms, cloud computing, data analytics, and automation technologies.
• Deep understanding of insurance-specific software and applications (e.g., claims management systems, policy administration platforms, CRM tools).
• Strong project management skills with experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, Solvency II, etc.).
• Personal Traits:
• Strong leadership abilities, with a focus on driving results through collaboration and innovation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision with short-term execution.

The base compensation range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position. National Life offers a competitive total rewards package which includes: a 401(k) retirement plan match; medical, dental, and vision insurance; a company funded wellness account for director and below employees; 10 paid holidays; a generous paid time off plan (22 days of combined time-off for non-exempt employees and exempt employees have discretion in managing their time, including scheduling time off in the normal course of business, but in no event will exempt employees receive less sick time than required by state or local law); 6 weeks of paid parental leave; and 6 weeks of paid family leave after a year of full-time employment. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604 Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy