VP, Head of Global Corporate Compliance

RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today’s challenges through innovation and collaboration. As a Fortune 200 company listed among its World’s Most Admired Companies, RGA is the only global reinsurance company focused primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people helps make financial protection accessible to all. Role Overview This Vice President will lead the development, implementation, and oversight of RGA’s global compliance framework, ensuring the company maintains a strong culture of integrity while managing regulatory and compliance risks across its global operations. Key Responsibilities Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to business leaders, providing risk-based guidance that supports strategic objectives while maintaining regulatory compliance. Build strong relationships with business, operational, and functional leaders to ensure compliance is integrated into decision‑making processes. Partner on new products, strategic initiatives, acquisitions, market expansion opportunities, and operational changes; identify emerging regulatory and compliance risks and develop commercially viable solutions. Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of RGA’s global compliance program, creating a comprehensive framework aligned with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company objectives. Drive a globally consistent approach to compliance risk management. Oversee enterprise‑wide compliance risk assessments and governance activities. Provide executive oversight of Regulatory Compliance, Monitoring & Testing, Regulatory Change Management, Policy Governance, and Compliance Operations. Lead the development of a modern compliance operating model supported by technology, automation, analytics, and AI. Develop a strategic roadmap for compliance technology investments aligned with organizational objectives and regulatory expectations. Partner with technology, operations, and data teams to improve data quality, governance, and accessibility for compliance risk management. Location Preferred location: St. Louis, MO (RGA Headquarters). Hybrid work arrangement; fully remote candidates will also be considered. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in arts/sciences (BA/BS); MBA preferred. 12+ years of progressive compliance, legal, risk management, or regulatory experience within insurance, reinsurance, financial services, or similarly regulated industries. Proven ability to build and scale compliance programs in new markets, geographies, or business environments. Experience implementing compliance technology, data analytics, automation, and AI‑enabled solutions. Leadership experience managing large distributed compliance teams and operational functions at scale, including budget and resource management. Relevance certifications (e.g., CAMS, CCEP) or industry affiliations preferred. Demonstrated success leading complex multi‑jurisdictional enterprise compliance programs and transformation initiatives. Ability to build high‑performing, collaborative teams and foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and partnership. Strong business partnership skills and executive presence. Active participation in industry groups, regulatory forums, or thought leadership initiatives. Benefits and Compensation Compensation Range: $180,220.00 – $268,400.00 annually, depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. In addition, annual bonus plans and long‑term equity incentive plans are available for certain roles. RGA also maintains a full range of health, retirement, and other employee benefits. EEO Statement RGA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender identity or expression, sex, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated