Head of Financial Planning Strategy & Execution

Head of Financial Planning Strategy & Execution

About the Company

Top-tier mutual life insurance company

Industry
Financial Services

Type
Privately Held, Private Equity-backed

Founded
1860

Employees
5001-10,000

Categories

• Financial Services
• Consulting & Professional Services
• Carriers
• Insurance Agents
• Life and Health
• Life Insurance
• Dental
• Hardware
• Insurance

Specialties

• life insurance
• disability insurance
• group benefits
• annuities
• investments
• well-being
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• accident insurance
• critical illness insurance
• hospital indemnity insurance
• and consumer centric
• consumer centric
• wealth management
• financial protection
• financial planning
• and retirement solutions

Business Classifications

• B2B
• B2C

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Head of Financial Planning Strategy and Execution to join its Client Solutions leadership team. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and executing the enterprise financial planning strategy, with a focus on building a protection-first, holistic planning model that integrates various financial services. This role involves designing and evolving a comprehensive financial planning framework, monitoring industry trends, and ensuring the offering remains relevant and differentiated. The Head will also lead the development of digital planning capabilities, translate complex financial concepts into practical solutions, and advance sophisticated planning for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients. Applicants must have a minimum of 15 years' experience in financial services, wealth management, or a related field, with a strong background in leading planning or advice strategy. The role requires a deep understanding of how different financial products work together in a holistic financial plan, as well as experience in supporting complex client needs and building scalable models. The Head will be expected to influence senior stakeholders, lead cross-functional initiatives, and ensure that the financial planning strategies align with regulatory requirements and firm policies. A commitment to the company's purpose of helping clients achieve long-term financial security is essential, as is the ability to build and lead a high-performing team.

Hiring Manager Title
Head of Client Solutions

Functions

• Strategy
• Operations