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Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our Life Sales and Distribution team as a Vice President, leading the Network Marketing Organization (NMO) Channel!
About the role
The Vice President, Network Marketing Organization (NMO) Sales will lead Symetra's Life Insurance distribution strategy and sales organization within the NMO channel. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President, Life Distribution, this executive leader will be responsible for driving profitable growth, strengthening strategic distribution partnerships, and building the organizational capabilities necessary to support Symetra's long-term growth objectives.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of Symetra's NMO business while partnering across the enterprise to enhance distributor experience, influence strategic initiatives, and drive scalable growth.
What you will do
Lead Growth and Distribution Strategy

• Execute and build upon the strategic vision and multi-year growth plan for Symetra's Life Insurance NMO channel.
• Drive sales growth, market expansion, producer engagement, and distribution partner development.
• Identify new opportunities to increase market penetration and strengthen Symetra's competitive position within the NMO marketplace.
• Establish and execute annual business plans, sales objectives, and growth strategies aligned with enterprise priorities.

Build and Lead a High-Performing Sales Organization

• Lead a national sales organization consisting of Regional Vice Presidents, Internal Sales Consultants, Relationship Managers, and Sales Support professionals.
• Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, coaching, and performance excellence.
• Develop talent, strengthen leadership capabilities, and build scalable organizational infrastructure to support growth.

Strengthen Strategic Distribution Partnerships

• Serve as the executive sponsor and primary relationship leader for key NMO partners.
• Collaborate with NMOs to drive producer activation, recruitment, productivity, and product adoption.
• Represent Symetra at industry conferences, leadership forums, and key distributor events.
• Advocate for distributor needs while balancing enterprise priorities and business objectives.

Influence Enterprise Success

• Serve as the voice of the NMO channel within Symetra's Life Insurance leadership team.
• Partner across Operations, Underwriting, Product Management, Marketing, Technology, Licensing & Contracting, Compliance, and Customer Service to improve distributor experience and support growth.
• Translate field and distributor feedback into actionable business recommendations and strategic initiatives.

Collaborate Across Distribution Channels

• Partner closely with leaders across Symetra's multi-channel distribution organization.
• Align channel strategies and initiatives to support enterprise growth objectives.
• Share market intelligence, distributor insights, and best practices while helping optimize distribution effectiveness across the organization.

Why work at Symetra
"If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work." Cris H. - AVP Internal Sales, Training and Development
"I truly believe there's something for everyone at Symetra. No matter what your passion is, if you enjoy being part of something bigger than yourself and want to make a meaningful difference, this is the place for you. We're more than just an insurance company-we're a community with purpose." - Joanne S., AVP Compliance
What we offer you
We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 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
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview

Compensation
Base Salary: $200,000 annual base salary plus eligibility for incentive compensation
Who you are

• High school diploma required.
• Advanced degree and/or industry designations such as CLU, ChFC, CFP, or similar credentials.
• FINRA Series 6 and Series 63 licenses, or the ability to obtain within an established timeframe following hire.
• 15+ years of insurance or financial services experience, including significant experience within life insurance distribution.
• 10+ years of progressive sales leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success leading sales organizations within the NMO, IMO, or related life insurance distribution channels.
• Proven track record of building strategic partnerships and delivering sustained sales growth.
• Experience managing field sales, internal sales, relationship management, and sales support organizations.
• Experience operating effectively within a multi-channel distribution environment.
• Strong understanding of life insurance products, underwriting processes, distribution economics, and producer engagement models.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
• Experience leading national distribution organizations.
• Experience launching, scaling, or transforming distribution channels.
• Carrier-side life insurance leadership experience.
• Knowledge of digital distribution strategies and sales enablement technologies.

We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.
Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom
Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers
Work Authorization
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.
Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:
As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:

• Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
• Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
• Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.

When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.
Identity Verification
Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.
Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:

• Disqualification from the recruitment process
• Withdrawal of a job offer
• Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered