Analyst, Business Development - Illustration Team (Remote Consideration)

at Lincoln Financial Group in Boise, Idaho, United States

Alternate Locations: Hartford, CT (Connecticut); Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Omaha, NE (Nebraska); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania); Work from Home

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid/Common Days+ : Work 2-3 days a week in a Lincoln office with a designated workspace.

Relocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #: 72679

The Role at a Glance

The Business Development Analyst will consult/analyze and deliver on more complex assignments/projects for his/her assigned area(s) of responsibility. This position will focus on designing external facing client materials, including life insurance illustrations and policy statements with the aim of making them more streamlined and simpler to understand. This position will also assist in ensuring marketing materials for new product development and our existing portfolio are technically accurate, updated, and effectively communicated to help drive sales. This role will also act as a resource to applicable internal/external stakeholders.

What you'll be doing

+ Maintains knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends for assigned area(s) of responsibility, assesses the impact, and collaborates with management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future solutions.

+ Champions and enhances organizational initiatives by positively influencing and supporting change management and/or departmental/enterprise initiatives within assigned area(s) of responsibility.

+ Serves as a resource to team members and applicable internal/external stakeholders on more complex assignments/projects for his/her assigned area(s) of responsibility.

+ Identifies and recommends process improvements that significantly reduce workloads or improve quality for his/her assigned area(s) of responsibility.

+ Consults/Analyze on more complex assignments and/or projects for his/her assigned area(s) of responsibility.

+ Ensures marketing materials for new product development efforts are positioned in the manner intended by the Business Development team to optimally drive sales.

+ Ensures all existing marketing materials are technically accurate, maintained, and updated as product development and customer needs dictate.

+ Drives portfolio messaging by working cross-functionally with competitive intelligence and marketing to portray products in the most advantageous light.

+ Leads the detailed communication of significant industry trends to business leadership.

+ Attends industry conferences to keep abreast of the competitive marketplace.

+ Builds and leverages industry knowledge and contacts to translate market insights into actionable tactics that help grow profitable product lines.

+ Delivers on more complex assignments and projects in support of product development and implementation in the launch of new products/riders/services for the business line.

+ Serves as a resource to team members and applicable internal/external stakeholders on more complex assignments and projects.

+ Provides technical product support during training and product rollouts by explaining product design concepts and features.

+ Responds efficiently to roadblocks to facilitate achievement of team and departmental goals.

+ Develops and maintains relationships with key internal partners through participation in workgroups, advisory committees, meetings, and presentations.

What we're looking for

+ 4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's) (Minimum Required)

+ 3 - 5+ Years experience in the financial service/insurance industries with exposure to product development and implementation (idea development, operational requirement meetings, marketing launches, etc.) (Required)

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

+ Graphic Design background

+ Writing/editing

+ Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign

What's it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial Group, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What's in it for YOU:

+ A clearly defined career framework to help you successfully manage your career

+ Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

+ PTO/parental leave

+ Competitive 401K and employee benefits (https://hrdirectdocs.lfg.com/misc/HR/Recruiting/BenefitsResourcesGuide.pdf)

+ Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

+ Tuition assistance program

+ A leadership team that prioritizes your health and well-being; offering a remote work environment and flexible work hybrid situations

+ Effective productivity/technology tools and training

Pay Range: $65,700 - $118,300

Actual base pay could vary based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln's total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln's standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial Group helps people to plan, protect and retire with confidence. As of Dec. 31, 2022, approximately 16 million customers trust our guidance and solutions across four core businesses - annuities, life insurance, group protection and retirement plan services. As of September 30, 2023, the company had $290 billion in end-of-period account balances, net of reinsurance. Headquartered in Radnor, Pa., Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) and its affiliates. Learn more at LincolnFinancial.com.

Lincoln is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive (https://www.lfg.com/public/aboutus/companyoverview/diversityinclusion?audience\page\id=1422918942386) environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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