- Develop and articulate a forward-looking compensation systems strategy that aligns with the organization’s business objectives and transformation goals.
- Lead the creation and execution of multi-year roadmaps, identifying opportunities for innovation, modernization, and adoption of emerging technologies.
- Advocate for a culture of strategic thinking and proactive change within the compensation function.
- Oversee the compensation systems delivery teams comprising of product owners,business analysts and developers, fostering a high-performance environment and supporting professional development and talent management.
- Manage the full product lifecycle for compensation capabilities, from ideation and design through deployment, support, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure robust product management practices, including requirements gathering, prioritization, and stakeholder engagement.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize compensation-related business processes, leveraging data analytics, automation, and AI.
- Establish and promote a data-driven culture focused on measurable outcomes and operational efficiencies.
- Identify and remove process bottlenecks, standardize workflows, and implement best practices across the organization.
- Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with HR, Finance, IT, and business leaders to ensure compensation systems meet organizational needs.
- Align compensation technology initiatives with enterprise-wide objectives through effective stakeholder management and communication.
- Facilitate cross-team workshops and forums to gather input, share progress, and drive consensus on priorities.
- Champion operational excellence by implementing workflow enhancements, technology upgrades, and process standardization.
- Evaluate and adopt innovative tools and solutions to improve the effectiveness, scalability, and user experience of compensation systems.
- Monitor key performance indicators to ensure operational targets are met and drive ongoing improvement.
- Lead change management initiatives for compensation systems and processes, ensuring stakeholder engagement and adoption.
- Develop and deliver communication strategies, training programs, and resources to support successful transitions and continuous learning.
- Address resistance and champion a culture of change and adaptability.
- Oversee governance processes to ensure compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and industry standards.
- Implement effective risk mitigation and quality control measures throughout compensation system operations and deployments.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation and audit trails for system changes and enhancements.
- Lead end-to-end deployment & delivery for compensation systems, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and quality outcomes.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, status reporting, and success metrics.
- Coordinate with distribution teams to ensure alignment, localization, and seamless rollout of compensation systems across Group distribution.
- 10+ years of experience in sales compensation systems and technology, Product Management or related fields, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Expertise in delivering systems for billing/commissions/incentives, and product management.
- Proven track record of leading large-scale system implementations and transformation initiatives.
- Proven experience in defining and driving product roadmaps, integrating customer research, and ensuring compliance with data/AI standards.
- Strong knowledge of product journey mapping, business process improvement, and OKR management.
- Deep knowledge of sales compensation technologies, distribution models, and change management methodologies.
- Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and change leadership skills.
- Experience with platforms such as Varicent, Xactly, Oracle Financial Systems, or similar.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Exceptional cross-functional influence, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to lead strategic transformation initiatives and deliver measurable business outcomes.
- Continuous Improvement Management
- Objectives and Key Results
- Product Road Map
- Product Vision
- User Research
- The work arrangement for this position will be hybrid (3+ days per week in a local Guardian Office).
- Preferred locations include Atlanta, GA; Bethlehem, PA; Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Holmdel, NJ; New York, NY; Plano, TX; and Stamford, CT.
Salary Range:
$124,120.00 - $203,905.00The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.
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As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.
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Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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Who we are
Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With over 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence.
Today, we stand behind 29 million consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future for themselves and their families. We help business owners care for their employees. And we help people recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss.
As a modern mutual insurance company, we believe in driving value beyond dividends. We invest in our colleagues and are building a progressive, innovative and inclusive culture. We uplift individuals and communities through thoughtful social and environmental programs.
What we stand for
In 1860, a community of immigrants joined together to insure and protect their businesses and families. They were guided by powerful ideals that we’ve continued to stand behind and evolved throughout the years: we do the right thing, we believe people count, we courageously shape the future together, and we go above and beyond for the people we serve.
Guardian employees embrace and live by these values every day. They remind us to put people at the heart of all we do so that we can help protect what matters most to you. Want to help bring these values to life? Join us for a rewarding career and the opportunity to shape the future.
Disclosures:
Financial information concerning Guardian as of December 31, 2022, on a statutory basis: Admitted assets = $76.0 billion; liabilities = $67.2 billion (including $55.0 billion of reserves); and surplus = $8.8 billion. Dividends are not guaranteed. They are declared annually by Guardian’s Board of Directors.
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