Manager, Reinsurance Special Projects

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob SummaryThis position will actively lead the research and successful implementation of select reinsurance modernization and other operational activities. Position will also have responsibility for ensuring accurate and timely implementation of new treaty set-up and other complex changes within both TAI and the reinsurance data repository.The Manager Reinsurance Special Projects will report to the AVP, Life Reinsurance Accounting & Administration. The nature of this position will require working cooperatively with other operations, systems, finance, actuarial and risk management functions normally involved in the processes of reinsurance administration. This position will manage a team of individual contributors.Duties and ResponsibilitiesOversee reinsurance special projects, new treaty set-up and process improvement / automation reinsurance initiativesCollaborate with internal and external business partners on development and testing of complex reinsurance changesManage research, development and implementation of reinsurance special projectsServe as reinsurance special projects liaison for key internal and external business partnersDevelop, implement and monitor key performance indicators to continuously assess the department's operational efficiency and effectivenessLead ongoing data quality assessments (data stewardship)Actively participate in process enhancement discussions to recommend improvements tailored to provide reliable, repeatable, sustainable, scalable and streamlined operationsParticipate in corporate modernization and financial operation transformation projects as neededParticipate in the design of internal controls related to reinsurance special projects activitiesPreparation of ad hoc reports for management and other business partnersProvide regular coaching, employee development and exhibit a strong focus on team engagementSupport leadership in development and maintenance of succession plansParticipate in strategic departmental planning with responsibility for execution of the strategy through othersLead the assessment of potential reinsurance system upgradesExperience and Education RequirementsMinimumBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field or equivalent experience7+ years in Life reinsurance operations and/or reinsurance accounting2+ years of leadership or people management experienceFinancial systems knowledge and familiarity with databases and complex excel spreadsheetsPreferredKnowledge of TAI and/or other reinsurance applicationsReinsurance designationKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesDeep knowledge of reinsurance administration for insurance companiesHighly motivated and demonstrated ability to take initiativeAbility to work both independently and collaboratively with othersAbility to influence in absence of formal reporting relationshipsExcellent analytic skills and detail orientedAbility to effectively prioritize multiple tasks/projects to meet critical deadlinesAbility to effectively manage a remote team of individual contributorsStrong problem-solving / critical thinking skillsStrong computer knowledge including working knowledge of financial based accounting packages, spreadsheets and word processing softwareProficient in database and excel skillsStrong verbal and writing skillsHigh level of integrity and commitment to achieving goalsAble to produce in a fast-paced environment while effectively addressing multiple responsibilitiesChampion process improvement and automation activitiesOther RequirementsPerform other functions, duties and projects, as assignedRegular and punctual attendanceSome travel may be required (less than 15%)#IND-HP#LI-MK1#LI-RemoteAdditional Information Work EnvironmentsF&G believes in an employee-centric flexible environment, which is why we offer the ability for in-office, hybrid and remote work arrangements. 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