Director, Business Development Planning and Execution

Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation • Milwaukee, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At MGIC, we take pride in knowing that what we do matters. As pioneers of private mortgage insurance, we help people achieve homeownership sooner - making affordable low-down-payment mortgages a reality. Our efforts have helped more than 14 million people get the keys to their own homes sooner than otherwise possible. Every position is critical to our company's success - from the analytical to the technical; from the innovative to the operational. The customer-facing roles to behind-the-scenes experts, we're all part of one team. We're an organization with a national footprint that's large enough to never lack for a new challenge, but small enough for an opportunity to make an impact and influence decisions. Come make a difference at MGIC. Purpose Serves as a strategic partner and program leader supporting the SVP, Sales and Business Development. Responsible for organizing and leading cross-functional work across the business development domain, driving execution of key business development initiatives. Sits at the center of business development strategy, execution and communication – translating vision into actionable programs that accelerate growth, deepen customer relationships, and enhance field productivity.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in mortgage, housing finance, or financial services
• Strong understanding of mortgage insurance, GSE/FHA dynamics, and lender economics
• Experience in sales strategy, business operations, consulting, or program management
• Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline
• Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills
• Advanced analytical capabilities; able to translate data into insight and action
• Proven ability to influence without direct authority
• Highly organized, with strong project management skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
• High ownership mindset; proactive and solutions-oriented
• Trusted partner with strong business judgment and discretion
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Collaborative, low-ego approach with strong interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Prior Chief of Staff, strategy, or sales enablement experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Influence business development strategy, including marketing approaches and execution, annual planning, customer planning, etc.
• Responsible for engaging with key leaders, including executive management outside of Business Development, to ensure business development goals and priorities are understood and addressed
• Prepares, and presents, executive-level materials (board decks, SLT and SMOC decks, business reviews, etc.) to various groups
• Drives prioritization and alignment across competing initiatives
• Designs, implements, evaluates and manages business development programs including those that drive adoption, penetration, and revenue growth
• Develop program management framework that guides Business Development, including reporting and dashboard development and stakeholder management.
• Establishes clear KPIs and tracks overall program performance
• Leads and/or manages strategic third-party business relationships
• Serves as business development representative in functional planning. Drives key initiatives forward, including rate delivery strategy.
• Represent Business Development domain cross functionally, taking the lead on various projects that impact MGIC customers and overall competitiveness as well as internal projects.
• Works closely with Director, Business Development Strategy and Operations to ensure business development initiatives are championed
• Ensure alignment of enterprise priorities impacting business development outcomes
• Lead the cadence of Business Development organization meetings
• Drive accountability and follow-through on key initiatives
• Communicate priorities, progress, and results across executive leadership

Benefits

• Competitive Salary & pay-for-performance bonus
• Financial Benefits (401k with company match, profit sharing, HSA, wellness program)
• On-site Fitness Center and classes (corporate office)
• Paid-time off and paid company holidays
• Business casual dress

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed