Symetra is seeking an experienced leader to head our Stop Loss Captives business!

About The Role

As AVP, you’ll shape strategy, lead a specialized team, and position Symetra as a market innovator. This is a high-impact role requiring deep expertise in stop loss captives, strong financial acumen, and validated industry leadership.

What You Will Do

• Strategic Leadership:
• Define and implement Symetra’s captive strategy, including product positioning, pricing, and distribution.
• Effectively communicate and own the monitoring of market trends, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics to keep Symetra ahead.
• Represent Symetra in industry panels, conferences, and forums.
• Business Growth & Relationship Management:
• Grow Symetra’s captive market presence by building relationships with brokers, TPAs, consultants, and captive managers.
• Present Symetra’s solutions with clarity and credibility to clients and industry partners.
• Drive new business opportunities while ensuring profitability and client retention.
• Operational Excellence & Financial Stewardship:
• Collaborate with underwriting, claims, actuarial, finance, and sales teams to ensure financial success.
• Communicate financial performance, risks, and exposures to internal and external partners.
• Lead captive program reporting with transparency and accuracy.
• Team Building & Leadership:
• Build and lead a cross-functional team focused on captive growth, including distribution, underwriting, and analytics
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and succession planning to foster a high-performing, collaborative culture.
  

Why Work at Symetra

Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:

“Symetra is truly a great place to work. The positive work climate, strong sense of team, and the resources available make it feel like one cohesive family. What stands out most to me is the company’s deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion—it’s not just a statement, it’s an active and ongoing priority that’s felt throughout the organization.” -Charlotte G., Sr. Underwriter - Consultant Stop Loss

"My advice to anyone considering a role at Symetra is to take full advantage of the incredible benefits offered—many of which are available on a near-daily basis. From inclusive groups like Women in Numbers to our Lunch and Learn Consortiums, these opportunities go beyond the job itself. Whether you’re in an entry-level position or executive leadership, these programs are a fantastic way to connect, grow, and learn about other areas of the company." - Sandra A., Sr. Account Manager

What We Offer You

Benefits and Perks

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

Salary Range: $137,500 - $229,200 plus eligibility for annual bonus program and long-term incentive plan

Who You Are

• 10+ years in stop loss insurance, with at least 5 years in the captive space.
• Proven success in business development and financial management within stop loss captives.
• A change agent and thought leader within the captive marketplace.
• Strong presentation skills with experience engaging executive audiences and industry groups.
• Strong relationship building and management with clients and internal partners.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, risk management, or related field required.
  
  

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
  
  

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.