Head of Firm Growth

Guardian Life Insurance•New York, NY

2d•$178,690 - $293,560

About The Position

The Head of Firm Growth will shape and deliver the capabilities, infrastructure, and growth initiatives that help firm leaders scale their businesses, strengthen enterprise value, and support long-term channel growth. This role oversees Regional Vice Presidents, Field Leadership Development, and Firm Resource Group teams to turn strategy into actionable growth plans, strengthen leadership pipelines, and deepen our partnership with Principal Owners.

Requirements

8-10 years of leadership experience in financial services distribution, wealth management, insurance distribution, or related entrepreneurial business environments
Experience supporting firm leaders, or independent enterprises operating within a career distribution model
Strong understanding of distribution strategy, firm economics, recruiting dynamics, succession planning, and business growth drivers
Proven ability to influence senior executives and lead through complexity in an entrepreneurial environment
Exceptional strategic, analytical, communication, and organizational leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders

Responsibilities

Build out a consultative framework to guide firm assessment and business planning, adding value as firms evaluate their businesses and design their growth strategy
Design a point of view on firm infrastructure necessary to support growth and develop programs to drive the implementation of these models
Develop structure for team to monitor firm progress and adapt support as firm needs evolve.
Build the field leadership pipeline by shaping development strategies for current and future firm leaders necessary to support firm growth and longevity
Advance succession readiness through partnership with regional and firm leadership.
Influence the channel’s long-term leadership profile through collaboration on external talent strategy.
Lead the regional model to deliver coordinated support that advances firm growth and performance.
Align regional priorities with enterprise growth strategies while accounting for local market needs.
Foster shared learning and coordinated action across regions to scale effective practices.
Lead the Firm Resource Group to strengthen firm readiness, continuity, growth, and operational effectiveness.
Deploy resources and expertise against enterprise priorities and evolving field needs.
Establish a performance approach that clarifies the impact of growth, leadership, and infrastructure investments.
Provide leaders with the insight needed to guide decisions, allocate support, and assess progress.
Drive continuous improvement by strengthening operating models, simplifying complexity, and improving field support.