Director of Distribution

Home Office Careers•Rock Island, IL

4d•$175,000 - $225,000•Onsite

About The Position

Modern Woodmen is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director of Distribution to lead our distribution and agency operations. This role, reporting directly to the Chief Distribution and Agency Officer, will serve as a strategic bridge between the home office and field leadership. The Director will play a pivotal role in enhancing recruiting, onboarding, retention, and overall productivity across the organization. Modern Woodmen of America is one of the nation’s largest fraternal benefit societies, with over $18 billion assets. Fraternals are unique membership organizations that pair the “member-owned” characteristic of a mutual insurance company with the “social mission” characteristic of a service organization. They unite individuals with common bonds, provide a variety of life insurance and investment products, and form one of the nation’s most effective volunteer networks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field required; MBA strongly preferred.
FINRA Series SIE, 6, 63, and 26 required; additional professional designations such as LOMA Fellowship, ChFC, CLU, or CFP are a plus.
Minimum of 10 years of proven experience and deep knowledge in the life insurance and annuity industry.
Demonstrated success in prior sales roles.
Familiarity with both field and home office operations; broker-dealer experience preferred.
Strong strategic thinking, analytical ability, and exceptional leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee field support services, including field development and agency contracting.
Serve as the primary liaison between field leadership and the home office to ensure seamless daily operations.
Drive execution of strategic initiatives and operational tasks across the organization.
Partner with senior managers to strengthen recruiting and onboarding processes.
Monitor and enhance strategies for attracting and retaining top talent.
Champion productivity improvements across regional teams.
Lead training and development programs for field sales staff and internal teams.
Mentor emerging leaders and foster a culture of growth and accountability.
Develop a deep understanding of Modern Woodmen’s products, fraternal mission, and broker-dealer operations.
Stay informed on industry trends and regulatory changes.
Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Advocate for the needs of both field and home office teams to drive alignment and shared success

Benefits

Pay: The annual salary range is $175,000-$225,000. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and prior experience. Candidates outside of the range are encouraged to apply, and will be considered based on experience, skill and education.
Work Arrangements: This is a full-time office focused, salaried position. Office focused positions work on-site due to the nature of the work and have limited remote days.
Stability: Modern Woodmen has been Modern Since 1883® and exists for our members. We make long-term decisions that provide stability for our employees, financial representatives, and members.
Respect for personal time : We offer vacation, sick leave and 11 paid holidays. We value your time outside of work and offer careers that blend work and life well.
Professional growth : Benefit from our commitment to employee development which includes educational offerings to enhance your knowledge of our industry.
Great culture : We build strong working relationships across our organization through collaborative work and volunteer opportunities.
A beautiful office: Enjoy a beautiful view! Our home office, located in downtown Rock Island, IL, has a lovely plaza overlooking the Mississippi River.
On-site Café: Our employees can purchase a variety of breakfast, lunch, and beverage options at Café 1883.
A thriving local community: Not from the Quad Cities and hesitant to consider relocation? Give it some thought. The Quad Cities offers an idyllic Midwestern lifestyle along the mighty Mississippi and consistently ranks at the top of the list for quality of life and cost of living. It is home to more than our share of artists, festivals, and fun in every season.
Exceptional benefits : Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and financial well-being. Benefits include: Company-paid retirement plan Matching 401(k) plan Employee Impact Bonus Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Insurance. We pay 100% of employees’ health insurance premiums and 50% of employee dependents’ premiums. Group term life insurance. Long-term and short-term disability. Voluntary benefits: vision, flexible savings accounts (FSA), accident insurance