AVP, Corporate Development

About the Company

Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Our mission extends beyond insurance and annuities—we strive to make the world a better place through charitable grants, paid volunteer time for employees, environmentally sustainable workplaces, and support for local nonprofits. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good.

About the Role

The Corporate Development area focuses on sourcing capital efficiently and supporting effective capital management. Reporting to the VP of Corporate Development, this role supports the identification, evaluation, selection, and execution of reinsurance and M&A opportunities. The incumbent will develop knowledge of NLG’s life and annuity products and requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build relationships across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Deal Sourcing and Evaluation: Assist 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, including sourcing, due diligence, valuation, negotiation, and integration.
• Financial and Market Analysis: Develop sophisticated financial models and perform market analyses to support and validate business cases.
• Cross-Functional Interaction: Coordinate teams from finance, legal, operations, and other departments throughout the deal process.
• Stakeholder Management: Support the VP in building relationships with external partners, investment bankers, advisors, and investors.
• Reporting and Presentation: Assist in preparing and presenting detailed business cases, investment memos, and board-level reports to senior leadership.
• Strategic Planning: Support identification of industry trends and competitive landscapes to inform long-term strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field (required). Preferred designations: FSA or FIA.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in the insurance industry, with 5+ years in corporate development, reinsurance, investment banking, private equity, consulting, or a related transactional role.
• Significant knowledge of life insurance, annuities, retirement products, or other relevant insurance lines.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence; actuarial experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Statutory, U.S. GAAP, U.S. Tax, Bermuda/E.B.S., and other solvency financial statements.
• Strong leadership potential and desire to develop teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of building relationships across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong project management skills, including attention to detail, prioritization, and ability to work under pressure.

AI Proficiency Expectations

At National Life Group, AI is used to enhance human potential. Employees are expected to:

• Leverage approved AI tools to improve efficiency, quality, and impact of work.
• Stay curious and open to new AI-enabled ways of working.
• Exercise sound judgment by reviewing and validating AI-generated content.
• Maintain accountability for accuracy, quality, fairness, and integrity of work products.
• Use AI responsibly in accordance with company policies on confidentiality, data privacy, security, compliance, retention, and intellectual property.

Pay

The base pay range for this position is $196,875 - $288,750 USD. The final salary may vary based on factors such as prior experience, education, market conditions, and individual performance. Additional compensation may include eligibility for discretionary annual incentive programs, medical benefits, 401(k), and paid time off (e.g., vacation, sick leave, parental leave).

Benefits

Benefits start on day one and are flexible and customizable to meet individual and family needs. For more details, visit the Benefits of a Career at National Life page.