Senior Advisor (Temporary - Agency Only)

We are adding a Senior Advisor
to our team!

Who We Are:

Since 1909, National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) has been one of America’s most successful and highly rated independent life insurance companies. We specialize in a suite of innovative products for life’s journey, giving people the financial stability, careful guidance and peace of mind to lead a life filled with confidence, dignity and grace.

NGL's Core Values – integrity, dependability, collaboration, compassion and growth are a foundation of our company and help to build on the interactions we have with our policyholders, partners, funeral homes and each other. We believe in creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for all where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is encouraged to live their best, most authentic self. We offer Employee Resource Groups for employees to get involved, learn, network, and offer professional and personal development opportunities.

With over 100 years of experience, our passion is to serve people. Learn more. 

Work Environment: NGL offers a flexible work environment where employees can work fully remote, hybrid or onsite at our Madison, Wis. office. We support virtual working arrangements in certain states outside of WI.

A Day in the Life:

The Senior Advisor (OCM) position advises on organizational change management strategies, meant to improve company effectiveness and drive business results. This position owns and guides complex projects with high risk and/or value to the organization. In addition, the Senior Advisor (OCM) requires a deep understanding of the processes, tools and techniques needed to help manage the people side of change.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement an integrated OCM strategy and plan.
• Advise leadership on OCM activities including stakeholder engagement, change impacts, communications, training, support, and business readiness and measurements.
• Execute deliverables based on plans.
• Identify and resolve issues throughout a project's life cycle.
• Implement change concepts and methodologies to elevate the organization's OCM maturity.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to Advisor (OCM) with developing key change deliverables.
• Report on project financials.
• Manage scope and resources.
• Manage project momentum and execution plans.

Essential to Your Success:

• Possesses a deep understanding of OCM and change leadership processes, tools and techniques needed to help manage the people side of change
• Knowledgeable of project management methodologies, processes, and tools
• Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, or PDCA
• Ability to develop and deliver multi-mode communications conveying a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Ability to build strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
• Ability to actively seek new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
• Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
• Ability to provide direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done
• Ability to consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Ability to anticipate and balance the needs of multiple stakeholders
• Ability to make sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
• Proficient knowledge in modern office productivity, communication, and collaboration toolsets
• Ability to relate openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people
• Action-oriented with the ability to take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Ability to adapt approaches and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
• Knowledgeable of the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement

Education Requirements:

Minimum Required:  4 year Bachelor's degree

Preferred:  Masters Degree

Years of Experience:

• A minimum of seven years of experience managing an Organizational Change Initiative or having played a key role on a team managing an Organizational Change Initiative.
• Experience formally and independently managing the scope, budget and schedule of a project is ideal.  Additional experience with Stakeholder, Communication and Risk Management Plans preferred.

What We Offer:

At NGL, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes competitive base pay and benefits designed to offer solutions to help meet your unique life needs.

Click here to learn more about our comprehensive Total Rewards program.

NGL is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

NGL is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected].