Sr. Absence Strategy Lead - Remote

Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join our Team as a Sr. Absence Strategy Lead!

About the role

In this role, you will partner with the AVP Absence Practice Lead to support the development and execution of absence product enhancements and Symetra's large market strategy. You will identify opportunities to enhance our value proposition and differentiate us in the market through cross-functional assessment and enhancement of our products, capabilities, pricing, and operating models.

What you will do

• Value Proposition/Differentiators - continually assess Symetra's market position, customer/broker needs, and industry developments through feedback from the field, brokers, clients, and other industry resources. Participate in competitive intelligence gathering and analysis to understand how we stack up against our competitors.
• Enhancement Pipeline - Facilitate dialogue with all necessary parties to determine the most important areas of focus. Translate customer/business needs into actionable insights and requirements. Lead and/or participate in applicable projects and initiatives
• Tell the Symetra Story - share the Symetra story with internal and external audiences in a compelling way, including in finalist presentations and broker capabilities meetings. Collaborate with Marketing on thought leadership and with Data Analytics to strengthen our story

Why Work at Symetra

Here's what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:

"Symetra is a great place if you are looking for the opportunity to contribute, to grow, to be seen and valued." Vernell K. - Auditor

"If you want to work for a company that is always considering its employees while working towards sustainable growth this is that company.Within Symetra, there is always innovation, empowerment, and growth opportunities, all while providing us with a great work/life balance and incredible benefits for a very reasonable cost!"Cindy G. - Program Manager

What we offer you

Benefits and Perks

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

Salary Range: $100,300 - 167,100plus eligibility for annual bonus program

Your experience and skills

• High School Diploma required. Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in a claims management role or related area
• Minimum 2 years' experience delivering finalist and/or broker presentations
• Claims management experience in Absence
• Knowledge of state and federal claim and leave regulations, including FMLA, PFML, and/or ADA
• Certified Leave Management Specialist (CLMS) required or willing to get upon hire
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products, advanced proficiency with PowerPoint
• Adept organization and excellent attention to detail
• Able to see the big picture and collaborate cross-functionally with other areas of the business
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates critical thinking and creativity
• Data and business case analysis

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 perspective, 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

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

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