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<p><strong>Business Readiness Change Advisor</strong></p><p><em>Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.</em></p><p><strong>Company Summary </strong></p><p>Come join one of America’s fastest growing insurance companies with a stable history over 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: <strong>Do Good. Be Good. Make Good. </strong></p><p>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.</p><p>We invite you to explore what we have to offer and to join our cause.</p><p><strong>Role Summary</strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced change agent to join our Finance Team. As a key member of the team, you will play a crucial role in delivering business readiness for the finance function and our key stakeholders as we embark on our transformation. &nbsp;You will collaborate closely with senior management in finance to prepare the teams for new processes, procedures, and technology implementations. You will be responsible for communicating, training, documenting and educating various business areas within finance and other parts of the organization. &nbsp;This position will also be partnered with external vendors and consultants as we implement new solutions during our transformation. To excel in this position, we require someone who possesses great communication skills, adaptability and a commitment to execution.</p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Guide and co-manage change management during numerous initiatives within the CFO Team and with CFO SLs.</li><li>Identify obstacles and areas of resistance; develop strategies to address.</li><li>Assist with the integration into and alignment of various projects and workstreams for the finance function.</li><li>Prepare business functions for system implementations with training and documentation. This will include new business processes to adapt to different technology.</li><li>Partner with audit to ensure new processes and procedures are documented and have the appropriate controls for the finance organization.</li><li>Partner with areas outside of finance that may need new training and documentation for the technology implementation. This may include functions that process transactions throughout our insurance operations.</li><li>Partner with IT and our PMO throughout engagements to prepare business readiness strategies in advance of implementations.</li><li>Identify key success measures for any changes implemented. Collaborate in the creation of workflows, dashboards, and or reports to track these measures and provide greater visibility for the business</li><li>Create and disseminate appropriate communication materials/platforms to help SMEs, stakeholders, and team members understand upcoming changes, impact and their role(s) in the process.</li><li>Support employee onboarding, training, and development opportunities to ensure overall business area readiness.</li></ul><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications </strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree preferred in Finance, Accounting, or Business</li></ul><ul><li>3-5 years business process engineering or process improvement experience</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within cross functional teams.</li><li>A customer service mindset with excellent communication skills, the ability to influence at all levels and a talent for conveying complex findings in a clear and actionable way.</li><li>An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and to shift priorities in response to business needs.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact with a diverse population across the enterprise.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications </strong></p><ul><li>Certified Business Process Professional (CBPP®)</li><li>Lean Six Sigma Certification</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family’s specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life!</li></ul><br><br><h6>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.</h6><h6>Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position.&nbsp; 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.</h6><h6>National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. &nbsp;&nbsp;</h6><h6>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.</h6><h6>National Life Group</h6><h6>1 National Life Dr</h6><h6>Montpelier, VT 05604</h6><p>#LI-DO</p><p>#LI-HYBRID</p><h6>Social Media Policy&nbsp;</h6><h6>Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy&nbsp;</h6>

National Life Group

Business Readiness Change Advisor

<p><strong>Payment Center Customer Service Rep</strong></p><p><em>Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.</em></p><p><strong>Summary </strong></p><p>We will train you to work directly with customers across America to ensure they have a positive experience in understanding and optimizing their life and annuity policies with National Life Group.&nbsp; You will empower customers by providing information, help to solve important issues, and collaborates with the team to reach our full potential and achieve results. &nbsp;You will build skills that allow you to complete first-call resolution by having experience in call handling and payment processing.&nbsp; Ultimately, you will be an active and engaged member of a team dedicated to bringing peace of mind to all we serve.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>Identifies, understands, and interprets customer needs, responding to a variety of questions (e.g. payment related statuses, requirements needed, policy value inquiries, product structure etc.) from a diverse group of agents, policyholders, and customers, in a high-volume inbound call environment, and implements resolutions in a way that provides quality customer service with urgency and caring curiosity.&nbsp;</p><p>Navigates multiple technology systems (e.g. mainframe, CRM, SalesForce, Five9, etc.) to research customer questions and concerns, notate the policy after each interaction, and submit work items (e.g. disbursement of money, requests, payments, etc.) to accurately service the variety of transactions that occur over the lifetime of a customer.&nbsp;</p><p>Processes payment-related transactions (e.g. inbound payments and disbursements on life and annuity policies) in accordance with expectations and is able to meet standards on quality, timeliness, and accuracy. &nbsp;</p><p>Utilizes significant product knowledge (e.g. legacy product knowledge, life insurance, annuity) to guide and educate agents on both simple and complicated requests (e.g. submitting applications, offering options, self-service, how to use technology or processes, etc.), asking questions to provide information relevant to the customer’s wants and needs.</p><p><strong>Factors that lead to success:</strong></p><p><strong>Customer Focus: </strong>You get excited, and feel rewarded in helping people</p><p><strong>Detailed-oriented with a focus on quality and timeliness: </strong>You are proud of providing quality work in a timely manner</p><p><strong>Resiliency: </strong>You quickly adapt to business needs (new information/processes, pivoting from one task to another) under pressure, bouncing back from setbacks easily</p><p><strong>Nimble Learner: </strong>You are naturally curious and eager to learn with the ability to navigate ambiguity to arrive at the answer, even when not all the information is readily available</p><p><strong>Self-Development: </strong>You take ownership of issues and instill confidence in the caller while collaborating across multiple departments</p><p><strong>Demonstrate Self-Awareness: </strong>You are empathetic and intuitively relate to others</p><p><strong>Communicates effectively/Interpersonal Savvy: </strong>You can clearly convey your message verbally and written and demonstrate strong listening skills with customers and internal teammates&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Tech-savvy: </strong>You are great at multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment and are computer savvy (web searches, MS Office and Mainframes)</p><p><strong>Collaborative: </strong>You easily build positive, professional relationships with our customers and internal stakeholders</p><p><strong>Thinks critically: &nbsp;</strong>You have a knack for seeing how things can be done more efficiently and effectively, and are open to continuous improvement and change</p><p></p><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Associates degree or higher (preferred)</li><li>You have 2+ years of professional work experience interacting with customers</li><li>Basic ability to read and interpret information</li><li>Perform arithmetic, ratios, rates and percentages</li></ul><p><strong><br>What You’ll Find at National Life Group</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive pay (starting at $22/hr.) and outstanding health, wellness, and insurance benefits</li><li>Genuine opportunities for growth and career advancement</li><li>Full tuition sponsorship&nbsp;for completing your undergraduate and graduate degrees with University Arizona World Campus; additional $5K in annual tuition reimbursement</li><li>Paid time off and holidays</li><li>40 hours of community service hours annually</li><li>A culture committed to inclusion and diversity</li></ul><p><strong>Environmental:</strong></p><ul><li>Work schedule hours: Monday-Friday 8am-7pm ET (9a-6p CT) Monday-Friday</li><li>Structured schedule, with built in breaks</li><li>Time spent on the phone speaking with customers and processing customer and agent requests</li></ul><h6>The starting rate 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.&nbsp; 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</h6><h6>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.</h6><h6>Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies.&nbsp;</h6><h6>National Life Group</h6><h6>1 National Life Dr</h6><h6>Montpelier, VT 05604</h6><h6>Social Media Policy&nbsp;</h6><h6>Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy&nbsp;</h6><p><strong>National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. &nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

Payment Center Customer Service Specialist

<p><strong>Associate, Producer Contracting</strong></p><p><em>Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.</em></p><p>This position is accountable for ensuring accurate and timely processing of contracts, amendments and appointments in compliance with state and federal licensing rules and regulations.&nbsp; The incumbent must provide customer service oriented contracting services to the distributors and fellow employees of National Life Group, while supporting the company’s growth and expense management initiatives.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities </strong></p><ul><li>Evaluates prospective agents qualifications to represent the company through thorough criminal and credit background review, as well as reviewing any state licensing regulatory issues; judgment is used to determine what requirements may be needed to process negative information</li><li>Works with Recruiters, Marketing, GA’s, MGA’s, Office Managers and management to obtain appropriate support or release letters; notifies Legal and Marketing of issues or transfers</li><li>Governs the issuance of new business and payments of commissions until agents are legally licensed and contracted</li><li>Evaluates and interprets state insurance regulatory requirements to ensure that all agents are in compliance</li><li>Evaluates agent’s prior history with any of the company’s entities to determine eligibility for rehire or transfer</li><li>Reviews vendor generated reports to determine if corporation is at risk by any regulatory actions against current agents</li><li>Continually make adjustments for changes in workflow and demand for services; find efficiencies and recommend improvements as appropriate&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in cross-training within the unit</li><li>Notifies field force of changes in state regulations concerning licensing for life, annuity, long term care, indexed annuities and variable products</li><li>Ensures ALC, AMS and payroll systems are correctly coded to reflect agent’s licensing status, commissions to be paid and companies representing to protect company and agent from state regulatory actions and penalties</li><li>Ensure quality and time service standards are met</li><li>Participate in new distribution initiatives</li><li>Participate in process and efficiency improvement initiatives</li><li>Ensures MAR compliance</li><li>Directs web security access for agents</li><li>Researches errors and questions from producers; ensures timely response.</li></ul><p><strong>Job Requirements </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified candidates will have 1-2 years experience in a home office or field office setting, preferably in the insurance or other regulated financial services industry; familiarity in dealing with state regulations, contracts, etc.</li><li>High School Diploma, college degree preferred</li><li>Must have an intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); mainframe processing, and the ability to utilize dual monitors</li><li>LOMA courses or related life insurance experience/training preferred</li><li>Ability to meet established deadlines; must be able to work independently as well as being a team player</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; strong interpersonal skills a must</li><li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work</li><li>Must be able to pass a background check that may include fingerprinting</li></ul><br><h6>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.</h6><h6>Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position.&nbsp; 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.</h6><h6>National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. &nbsp;&nbsp;</h6><h6>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.</h6><h6>National Life Group</h6><h6>1 National Life Dr</h6><h6>Montpelier, VT 05604</h6><h6>Social Media Policy&nbsp;</h6><h6>Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy&nbsp;</h6>

Associate, Producer Contracting

<p><strong>Life and Annuity Solutions - Annuity Product Associate Actuary</strong></p><p><em>Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.</em></p><p>Come join a high-performing dynamic team at a mission-oriented, innovative company that is focused on serving the middle market by bringing valuable Life Insurance solutions to our customers and distribution partners!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Executive Summary</strong></p><p>This individual will play a key role in leading and supporting initiatives related to the design and pricing of indexed and traditional fixed annuity products, both as an individual contributor and through oversight and direction of supporting resources.&nbsp; Job responsibilities primarily center around product design, actuarial modeling, pricing, new-money rate setting, actuarial support of regulatory filings, and evaluation of sales and design concepts.&nbsp; The individual will work closely with the broader L&amp;A Solutions team, Distribution/Field Leaders, and Marketing to ensure new products and features are aligned with the company’s strategic goals, financial objectives, and risk appetite.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Develop and oversee models to set appropriate rates, understand profitability, and analyze sensitivities</li><li>Provide analysis and review experience studies to develop or adjust pricing assumptions</li><li>Strategically solve unique and complex problems</li><li>Help provide detailed analysis on key competitive features in the marketplace</li><li>Present product features and/or actuarial results to Distribution Leadership, Product Risk Committee, Project Teams, Senior Management, and other stakeholders</li><li>Train, mentor, and oversee / direct the work of actuarial students / analysts</li><li>Provide ad-hoc support to other business areas as needed</li><li>Effectively coordinate and review the work of outside consultants</li><li>Partner with the policy forms team to review forms and prepare / review actuarial materials required to secure state approvals</li><li>Prepare / review product specifications and actuarial reports</li><li>Proactively identify and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements</li><li>Review product marketing materials as appropriate</li></ul><p><strong>A successful candidate will have:</strong></p><ul><li>6+ years of relevant experience in pricing annuity products with indexed annuity products strongly preferred</li><li>FSA required, MAAA preferred</li><li>In-depth knowledge of annuity products and features including applicable valuation, nonforfeiture, tax, risk-based capital, illustration, and other relevant regulations and standards</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with less technical audiences</li><li>Highly effective teamwork and collaboration skills</li><li>Solid financial modeling experience using actuarial software, preferably MG-ALFA</li><li>Extensive experience with Microsoft Office suite</li><li>The candidate must be able to successfully complete a background check that may include fingerprinting</li></ul><br><h6>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.</h6><h6>Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position.&nbsp; 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.</h6><h6>National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. &nbsp;&nbsp;</h6><h6>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.</h6><h6>National Life Group</h6><h6>1 National Life Dr</h6><h6>Montpelier, VT 05604</h6><p>#LI-DO</p><p>#LI-HYBRID</p><h6>Social Media Policy&nbsp;</h6><h6>Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy&nbsp;</h6>

Life and Annuity Solutions - Annuity Product Associate Actuary

<p><strong>Sales Desk Manager- Internal Wholesaler Team</strong></p><p><em>Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.</em></p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>This position is responsible for overseeing a team of Internal Wholesalers and Hybrid Wholesalers on the National Life Group Sales Desk. The position includes a variety of functions including managing, training, and developing Internal Wholesalers. The candidate will work closely with the management team to meet defined goals. This role will report to the AVP, Distribution and collaborate closely with the distribution management team. This position is presently onsite/hybrid with the expectation that you are in the office three days per week with current campus days being Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion).</p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coach a team of Internal and Hybrid Wholesalers who are engaged in proactively marketing life insurance and annuity products and building professional relationships with agents.<br>• Develop skill levels of the members on your assigned team so that they are performing at the highest level considering both quantitative and qualitative measures.<br>• Build partnering relationships with National Life Group External Sales Team and with other business units to achieve assigned sales goals.<br>• Building and maintaining team morale, developing leaders on our teams utilizing formal professional development plans, and increasing the skill level of the Internal Wholesalers through targeted training and coaching, quality control and working to improve efficiency through the use of technology and sales enablement tools.<br>• Developing each direct report toward being the best Internal Wholesaler of their ability and toward their long term professional goals.<br>• Travel when necessary for training and relationship building <br>• Perform other duties as required</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong><br>• Bachelor's degree <br>• 5 years sales experience within Financial Services <br>• 2+ years management experience<br>• Knowledge of CRM (Salesforce.com) <br>• Superior written and oral communication skills required <br>• Ability to manage and supervise high performing teams <br>• The ability and desire to work in a challenging fast paced environment <br>• Up to 10% travel required</p><p><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>• Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family’s specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life!</p><h6>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.</h6><h6>Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position.&nbsp; 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.</h6><h6>National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. &nbsp;&nbsp;</h6><h6>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.</h6><h6>National Life Group</h6><h6>1 National Life Dr</h6><h6>Montpelier, VT 05604</h6><h6>Social Media Policy&nbsp;</h6><h6>Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy&nbsp;</h6>

Sales Desk Manager- Internal Wholesaler Team

<p><strong>Director, Sales Training</strong></p><p><em>Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.</em></p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>This position is responsible for overseeing a team of Internal Wholesalers and Hybrid Wholesalers on the National Life Group Sales Desk. The position includes a variety of functions including managing, training, and developing Internal Wholesalers. The candidate will work closely with the management team to meet defined goals. This role will report to the AVP, Distribution and collaborate closely with the distribution management team. This position is presently onsite/hybrid with the expectation that you are in the office three days per week with current campus days being Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion).</p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coach a team of Internal and Hybrid Wholesalers who are engaged in proactively marketing life insurance and annuity products and building professional relationships with agents.<br>• Develop skill levels of the members on your assigned team so that they are performing at the highest level considering both quantitative and qualitative measures.<br>• Build partnering relationships with National Life Group External Sales Team and with other business units to achieve assigned sales goals.<br>• Building and maintaining team morale, developing leaders on our teams utilizing formal professional development plans, and increasing the skill level of the Internal Wholesalers through targeted training and coaching, quality control and working to improve efficiency through the use of technology and sales enablement tools.<br>• Developing each direct report toward being the best Internal Wholesaler of their ability and toward their long term professional goals.<br>• Travel when necessary for training and relationship building <br>• Perform other duties as required</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong><br>• Bachelor's degree <br>• 5 years sales experience within Financial Services <br>• 2+ years management experience<br>• Knowledge of CRM (Salesforce.com) <br>• Superior written and oral communication skills required <br>• Ability to manage and supervise high performing teams <br>• The ability and desire to work in a challenging fast paced environment <br>• Up to 10% travel required</p><p><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>• Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family’s specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life!</p><h6>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.</h6><h6>Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position.&nbsp; 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.</h6><h6>National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. &nbsp;&nbsp;</h6><h6>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.</h6><h6>National Life Group</h6><h6>1 National Life Dr</h6><h6>Montpelier, VT 05604</h6><h6>Social Media Policy&nbsp;</h6><h6>Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy&nbsp;</h6>

Director, Sales Training

<p><strong>Director - Underwriting</strong></p><p>This position requires strong leadership abilities, necessary to effectively lead a large underwriting team, driving productivity as well as quality risk selection.&nbsp; In addition, this position requires superior relationship building skills that can effectively manage and strengthen field relations. This role is expected to contribute positively to the profitable growth of the company through prudent and profitable underwriting decision-making.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Work on highly complex underwriting risks; provides guidance on the most complex applications to staff underwriters</li><li>Assist in developing underwriting policies and operating plans</li><li>Establish and maintain strong field relationships to help Distribution successfully grow sales</li><li>Mentor and guide less experienced underwriters and assist in development of underwriting training</li><li>Participate in underwriting audits to ensure regulatory compliance</li><li>Coordinate and monitor successful collaboration with internal supporting functions such as actuarial, claim, risk control, legal/regulatory and other business units to ensure alignment with overall strategy and goals</li><li>Participate in the evaluation and development of new and existing life products</li><li>Work in a team atmosphere with New Business leadership</li><li>May be responsible for special underwriting projects and presentations as directed by Senior Vice President, Operations and Vice President, Chief Underwriter</li><li>Work with vendors as necessary to ensure the department is well supported</li></ul><p><strong>Job Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree</li><li>10-15 years of life underwriting experience; preferred background would include designations such as FMLI, CLU or other course work within the AALU, LOMA or similar industry organizations</li><li>Experience in signing-off on large cases exceeding five million in face amount</li><li>Previous experience with simplified issue and tele-underwriting</li><li>Prior work experience with independent field force</li><li>Must be able to communicate in an effective manner, both verbal and written</li><li>Demonstrated skill in developing risk management and underwriting programs</li><li>Ability to work independently as well as being a strong team player</li><li>Must be able to prioritize management and field requests</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; strong business acumen</li><li>LTC and DI experience a plus</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; must be action and results oriented</li><li>Must be able to pass a background check</li></ul><br><h6>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.</h6><h6>Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position.&nbsp; 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.</h6><h6>National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. &nbsp;&nbsp;</h6><h6>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.</h6><h6>National Life Group</h6><h6>1 National Life Dr</h6><h6>Montpelier, VT 05604</h6><h6>Social Media Policy&nbsp;</h6><h6>Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy&nbsp;</h6>

Director, Underwriting

<p><strong>Analyst, Financial Systems &amp; Process Improvement</strong></p><p><em>Sponsorship is not offered for this role.</em></p><p><strong>Summary </strong></p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled <strong>Financial Reporting Analyst</strong> to design, build, and maintain financial reports that support the finance team. This role is responsible for producing accurate reports used in financial close, regulatory filings, board reporting, and management analysis. The ideal candidate combines deep knowledge of reporting tools and data structures with an understanding of the insurance industry's financial and regulatory landscape. In addition, the Financial Reporting Analyst will be a key member of our Finance Improvement team as we continue to implement our finance transformation.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Build, automate, and maintain recurring and ad hoc financial reports for the finance team.</li><li>Develop templates and dashboards to support financial close processes, internal controls, and variance analyses.</li><li>Translate financial reporting requirements (GAAP and statutory) into actionable data queries and visualizations.</li><li>Collaborate with the Statutory and GAAP reporting teams to ensure consistency and accuracy across reports.</li><li>Partner with IT or Data Governance teams to ensure proper data extraction from general ledger systems and data warehouses.</li><li>Perform quality assurance reviews to validate the completeness and accuracy of data and outputs.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting efficiency and control.</li><li>Maintain documentation and change control records for reporting templates and automated solutions.</li><li>Assist our Finance Improvement team with analyzing current processes and reports, defining future requirements, testing, and documenting procedures.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>4+ years of experience in financial reporting or report development, preferably in the <strong>insurance industry</strong>.</li><li>Knowledge of <strong>U.S. GAAP</strong> and <strong>statutory (SAP) accounting principles</strong> relevant to insurance companies, preferably in the Life &amp; Annuities Industry.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong proficiency in <strong>Excel</strong>, including complex formulas and pivot tables.</li><li>Familiarity with <strong>general ledger systems</strong> (e.g., Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft, Lawson).</li><li>Ability to work with large data sets and build structured, repeatable reporting processes.</li><li>Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.</li></ul><br><h6>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.</h6><h6>Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position.&nbsp; 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.</h6><h6>National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. &nbsp;&nbsp;</h6><h6>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.</h6><h6>National Life Group</h6><h6>1 National Life Dr</h6><h6>Montpelier, VT 05604</h6><p>#LI-DO</p><p>#LI-Hybrid</p><h6>Social Media Policy&nbsp;</h6><h6>Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy&nbsp;</h6>

Analyst, Financial Systems & Process Improvement

<p><strong>Senior Underwriter</strong></p><p><em>This position is located on our Montpelier, Vermont or Dallas, Texas campus.&nbsp;</em></p><p>This senior level incumbent will handle large face amount cases, while interacting with field personnel, and other more junior underwriters. Primary role will be to provide accurate and timely risk assessment and evaluation of life applications, renewals, or cancellations utilizing the Company’s underwriting policies, guidelines and insurance laws and regulations.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>JOB SUMMARY:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Underwriting of after-issue policy change requests by analyzing data and authorizing changes to policies, while protecting the bottom line of NLG and increase profitability.</p><p>This individual may also perform contestable reviews for claims and underwriting within the 2-year contestability period, providing real time feed-back as needed and protecting the bottom line of NLG.</p><p><strong>EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:</strong></p><p>Continues to build knowledge and expand knowledge base; keeping up to date on Underwriting trends and sharing this information with the Underwriting department. Has developed an expertise as a subject matter expert and continuously seeks information in this area. Confidently communicates, anticipates responses in a way that helps customers understand NLG policies and processes, maintaining strong relationships within and outside the organization.</p><p>&nbsp;<strong>CASE REVIEW &amp; UNDERWRITES:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;Independently and efficiently conduct reviews for after issue policy changes and contestable reviews by analyzing health-related data, using tools and third-party information (e.g., medical records, prescription databases, MIB follow ups, etc.).</p><p><strong>GROWING AND MAINTAINING UNDERWRITING KNOWLEDGE BASE:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;Seeks information and continually develops their knowledge skills.</p><p>&nbsp;<strong>COLLABORATES:</strong></p><p>Communicates (verbal and written) with internal and external constituents to explain decisions while building relationships and demonstrating seamless service excellence.</p><p><strong>PROVIDES TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:</strong></p><p>Guides and educates others to improve quality, capability, and efficiencies.</p><p><strong>EDUCATION:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;5+ years industry experience required.</p><p>&nbsp;<strong>SKILLS:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;Decision making, Business Acumen, Time priority, stress management, problem solving, solid communication, active listening.</p><p><strong>COMPETENCIES:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;Optimizes work processes, demonstrates self-awareness, mentoring, nimble learning.</p><h6>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.</h6><h6>Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position.&nbsp; 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.</h6><h6>National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. &nbsp;&nbsp;</h6><h6>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.</h6><h6>Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies.&nbsp;</h6><h6>National Life Group</h6><h6>1 National Life Dr</h6><h6>Montpelier, VT 05604</h6><h6>Social Media Policy&nbsp;</h6><h6>Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy&nbsp;</h6>

Sr. Underwriter

<p><strong>Investment Operations Analyst</strong></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The Investment Operations Analyst will be responsible for executing critical operational processes every day to support all asset classes within the portfolio. &nbsp;This role will be a key contributor to the operations team which provides accurate, complete, and timely processing of trades and security administration.&nbsp; In this fast-paced dynamic team, the daily contributions are the foundation to support investment decisions, results, and strategy across our General Account Investment Mandate. &nbsp;</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support trade lifecycle from post execution to settlements, ensuring accuracy and completeness across various applications</li><li>Reconciling each data point for trades, cash, and positions across all systems and databases</li><li>Processing corporate actions in the associated systems and communicating transactions with key business partners</li><li>Settling collateral and margin calculations associated with our derivative positions</li><li>Building and maintaining key operational reports associated with our controls and ad hoc compliance reporting</li></ul><p><strong>THE PERSON</strong></p><p><strong>Pivotal Experience &amp; Expertise</strong></p><ul><li>Undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting</li><li>1–5 years of relevant experience in banking, financial services, or financial operations</li><li>Strong SQL and Excel skills , exposure to Python is a plus</li><li>Experience with OMS.IBOR/ABOR systems (e.g Bloomberg, ePam, WSO) is a plus</li><li>Intellectual curiosity with the desire to learn and pursue an investment career</li><li>Solid interpersonal skills and ability to form meaningful working partnerships</li><li>Inclusive team player with a collaborative and cooperative approach</li><li>Strong work ethic and proactive professional disposition</li></ul><p><strong>Cultural Fit</strong></p><ul><li>Results-driven mindset</li><li>Thrives in a collaborative environment where the best ideas that drive the best results are rewarded</li><li>Has the integrity to communicate all relevant facts and information in evaluating decisions and the humility to admit what you do not know</li><li>Love of learning – comfortable in an organization that seeks to continually learn from its mistakes and successes to drive better investment decisions</li><li>Comfortable with ambiguity and the mentality required to address and ultimately own those ambiguous situations – finding answers and solutions</li><li>Proficient in giving and receiving constructive feedback in both real time and structured environments</li><li>Demonstrates transparent, direct, and open communication across the organization</li><li>Promotes collaboration and has a “firm first” attitude – does what is right for National Life Group</li><li>Commitment to our mission and values</li></ul><br><h6>In addition to base salary, other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position.&nbsp; 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</h6><h6>National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. &nbsp;&nbsp;</h6><h6>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.</h6><h6>National Life Group</h6><h6>1 National Life Dr</h6><h6>Montpelier, VT 05604</h6><h6>Social Media Policy&nbsp;</h6><h6>Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy&nbsp;</h6>

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