Senior Compliance Analyst, Annuity Filings and Operational Support - Remote

Symetra • ,

59d • $79,900 - $133,200 • Remote

About The Position

In this position, you will provide both product filing and operational compliance support for the Retirement (annuities) Division. You will identify and assess compliance issues, developing recommendations to promote long-term, disciplined growth. Additionally, you will consult on state filings strategy, preparing filing materials accurately and promptly. You will offer superior analytical and project management support for nationwide initiatives, including conducting research, presenting recommendations to senior analysts or the leadership team, and assisting in implementing solutions. Collaboration with other departments will be frequent to ensure our products remain compliant and competitive. Additional duties include developing and maintaining training materials and procedures, managing annual filings, implementing regulatory forms, and reviewing forms and marketing materials for state filings as appropriate.

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• College degree of equivalent experience required
• At least 8 years years of experience industry compliance experience required
• Broad understanding of business operations and of the related legislative, regulatory, and in-house company policy requirements associated with them
• Experience with product development and rate and form filings for individual life and annuity products
• Able to affect change in business team practices through personal influence and negotiation skills
• Able to lead projects within and outside the compliance department
• Direct experience with preparing and submitting filings in SERFF / APPIAN
• Prior experience reading contracts, statutes and regulations and comprehending key points/implications for the business with minimal managerial oversight
• Strong organizational/analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with a strong ability to communicate effectively across all levels and partners
• Comfortable with technology and learning new systems and platforms - strong MS Office Suite software skills and proofreading
• Detail oriented self-starter able to conduct complex analysis with general direction

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prepare accurate and timely filings materials for submission to state Departments of Insurance.
• Research, interpret and apply laws, regulations, bulletins and filing requirements relating to Symetra products and research requests.
• Assist in drafting policy and application forms that comply with state laws and regulations and prepare materials for filing.
• Prepare product filings, statements of variability, forms listings, certifications and other documentation needed for filing forms and/or rates.
• Research and respond to state inquiries/objections related to filings.
• Independently research and consult on filing strategy, represent Filings team/coordinate responses for nationwide research initiatives and projects.
• Coordinate and develop responses to operational inquiries to promote consistent, compliant practices and communications that support positive customer outcomes.
• Monitor tasks and timelines, evaluates risks, provide recommendations and solutions.
• Provide subject-matter expertise on key initiatives across multiple product lines.
• Support a wide range of projects for lines of business and/or with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Independently manage technically demanding compliance projects with minimal supervision.
• Identify and assess compliance issues and develop sound recommendations.
• Work closely with business teams to provide ongoing support.
• Advise business management on compliance issues with limited direction and assists business management in development of practices and procedures.
• Act as a mentor to lower-level analysts by independent leadership with a group or team.

Benefits

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• 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
• Company matching for community contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree