Why Join Guardian Life?

Guardian Life is a premier mutual insurance company with a rich history of protecting American families and businesses for over 160 years. As a leader in the insurance and financial services industry, we are committed to innovation, employee growth, and making a meaningful impact. Joining our Enterprise Strategy team means shaping the future of a dynamic organization with endless opportunities for strategic influence and professional development. Work in the heart of New York City, collaborate with top executives, and contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives that drive growth and innovation. At Guardian, you'll enjoy a collaborative culture, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to advance your career in a high-impact role.

Role Description

We are seeking a strategic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial Enterprise Strategy Leader for Guardian’s Enterprise Strategy team in New York, United States. In this highly visible role, you will develop long-range plans for Guardian, partner with senior leaders to identify, evaluate, prioritize, and deliver strategic initiatives across the organization. Reporting to Guardian’s Head of Strategic Growth & Planning, you will lead internal consulting engagements, solve critical strategic questions for the Leadership Team, and work closely with business units, corporate functions, Enterprise Strategy associates, and analysts. This position offers exposure to C-suite agendas, cross-functional expertise, and the opportunity to coach emerging talent.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Enterprise-wide strategy development: Define strategic direction with near-term and long-term priorities, supported by research, analytics, logical problem-solving, and strategic frameworks.
• Internal strategy consulting: Partner with senior sponsors to execute deep-dive projects on high-priority topics for business units and corporate functions.
• Growth initiatives and innovation: Assess business cases for new ideas, partnerships, and investments beyond business-as-usual (BAU). Identify and implement cross-cutting strategic initiatives critical to Guardian’s success.
• Strategic content development: Collaborate with the Chief Strategy Officer to create agendas, content, and analysis for key forums like the annual Board Strategy Session and Guardian Leadership Team offsite.
• Strategic engagement: Conduct two-way dialogues with business unit and functional leaders via formal and informal channels to share plans, gather feedback, and address challenges.
• Direct quantitative and qualitative analyses of operational and financial data; oversee industry and competitor research to evaluate Guardian’s positioning.
• Coach and develop Enterprise Strategy analysts and associates, fostering a high-performance team environment.

Required Skills

The ideal Enterprise Strategy Leader is a strategic problem-solver with exceptional interpersonal skills. Key attributes include:

• Strategic problem-solving using frameworks and data-driven analysis for complex decisions.
• Experience executing strategy projects, including scoping, timeline management, and delivering actionable recommendations.
• Strong influencing skills with maturity to engage senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Confident oral and written communication, with proven experience presenting to executive audiences.
• High organization and efficiency in prioritizing multiple projects and demands.
• Results-oriented pragmatism focused on tangible impact and operationalizing recommendations.
• Intellectual curiosity and innovation mindset, always exploring “what’s next?”

Extracted Core Skills (8-10 Key Competencies)

• Strategic Framework Application
• Data Analysis & Financial Modeling
• Project Management & Scoping
• Stakeholder Influence & Communication
• Executive Presentation Skills
• Industry & Competitor Research
• Team Coaching & Development
• Business Case Development
• Prioritization & Organizational Efficiency
• Innovation & Growth Strategy

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from a top institution with strong academic performance and leadership; MBA from a top-tier business school preferred.
• 10+ years in management/strategy consulting, business management, or internal corporate strategy.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Experience in insurance/financial services preferred; top management consulting firm experience preferred but not required.

Compensation Overview

Salary Range: $178,690 - $293,560 annually, commensurate with experience. This competitive compensation reflects the high-impact nature of the role in New York’s dynamic market.

Benefits

Guardian Life offers an exceptional benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with low premiums.
• 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting.
• Paid parental leave, fertility benefits, and family-building support.
• Professional development stipend, tuition reimbursement, and leadership training.
• Flexible hybrid work model, generous PTO, and wellness programs.
• Employee stock purchase plan, life/disability insurance, and retirement planning services.
• Volunteer time off, mental health resources, and inclusive DEI initiatives.

Join Guardian Life as our Enterprise Strategy Leader and drive transformative growth in insurance strategy. Apply now to be part of our innovative team in New York! #GuardianLifeCareers #StrategyJobs #InsuranceLeadership