AVP, Corporate Development

Come join one of America’s fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary The Corporate Development area goals are to source capital efficiently and support the effective management of capital. Reporting to the VP, Corporate Development, the incumbent is responsible for supporting the identification, evaluation, selection, and execution of reinsurance/M&A opportunities and actions. The incumbent is expected to have or to develop knowledge of NLG’s current and past life and annuity products. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build strong relationships across the organization. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Deal Sourcing and Evaluation: Assist the VP, Corporate Development and the Head of Capital Management in building and maintaining a pipeline of strategic partnerships and reinsurance opportunities through proactive efforts and inbound interest. Transaction Execution: Manage portions of the reinsurance/M&A lifecycle, which could include projects in sourcing and due diligence to valuation, negotiation, and final integration. Financial and Market Analysis: Assist in the development of sophisticated financial models and perform market analyses to support and validate business cases. Cross-Functional Interaction: Assist in coordinating teams from finance, legal, operations, and other departments throughout the deal process. Stakeholder Management: Provide support to the VP, Corporate Development as she/he serves as a key liaison in building relationships with external partners, investment bankers, advisors, and investors. Reporting and Presentation: Assist in the preparation and presentation of detailed business cases, investment memos, and board-level reports to senior leadership. Strategic Planning: Provide support in identifying industry trends and competitive landscapes to support long-term strategy. Qualifications And Skills Bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field is required. Preferred designations are FSA or FIA. Experience: 10+ years of relevant experience in the insurance industry, with 5+ years of relevant experience in corporate development, reinsurance, investment banking, private equity, consulting, or a related transactional role within the insurance industry. Insurance Knowledge: Significant knowledge of life insurance, annuities, retirement products, or other relevant insurance lines. Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence are essential. Actuarial experience is a plus. Working knowledge of insurance company’s U.S. Statutory, U.S. GAAP, U.S. Tax, Bermuda/E.B.S., and other solvency financial statements. Leadership: Strong potential and desire to lead and develop teams. Communication: Track record of successfully building relationships with both technical and non-technical audiences and communicating complex information clearly to senior executives. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Project Management: Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage several projects. Exhibits dedication to completing tasks thoroughly and on time, including under time pressure and outside normal working…