Brighthouse Financial Inc. Charlotte , NC 28201
Posted 6 days ago
Sr Consultant
Req Id: 5128
Where you'll work:
Our flexible, hybrid work model offers the option to work remotely or in the office.
How you'll contribute:
As a Senior Industry Automation Consultant, you'll be responsible for taking a lead role in requirements gathering and system programming for the new business processes offered via order entry vendor software for Brighthouse Financial annuity products. In addition, this role will engage with industry partners to analyze Operational impacts of new regulations and industry trends for both new business and in force processes and ensure that Brighthouse Financial is meeting partner obligations for these regulations and trends.
This is a senior level individual contributor role responsible for working with both internal and external partners to provide an electronic new business experience for Distribution partners. This role reports to the Director of Industry Automation.
In this role, you'll get to:
Serve as subject matter expert for the electronic application entry process and technology including but not limited to AnnuityNet, Affirm, and Firelight, possessing a strong understanding of both the Brighthouse application entry process and of industry trends and usage.
Work with internal Product Development partners during the introduction of new annuity products to develop, implement and test requirements for the electronic order entry and/or data exchange processes.
Work with external Distribution partners who are launching a Brighthouse Financial annuity product within the electronic new business process and/or data exchange process to implement and test any Distributor-specific requirements. In addition, provide ongoing support to Distributors of both/either processes.
Working with internal compliance partners on regulation changes that impact the automation processes to develop, implement and test requirements for the industry automation as necessary to stay in compliance with regulations.
Identify opportunities to enhance existing processes in an effort to increase efficiency.
Establish working relationships with vendor partners to engage and liaison when support is needed from such partners to meet Brighthouse Financial requirements.
We're looking for people who have:
Minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with and coding annuity order entry software including Firelight Forms/Wizard, Affirm and AnnuityNet.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the annuity insurance industry with New Business process experience and extensive knowledge of annuity products.
Minimum 2 years experience with business requirement development, user acceptance testing and project management processes.
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Comfortable working on a dynamic team with shifting responsibilities.
Excellent organizational and written/verbal communication skills for coordinating and monitoring deliverables and status.
Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence, gain consensus, and cultivate strategic internal relationships with individuals at various levels throughout the organization.
Strong analytical capabilities and business judgment. Operates effectively in the face of ambiguity.
Strong problem-solving skills.
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What you'll receive:
The company and your department may occasionally gather in person throughout the year to foster a culture of belonging and promote team building. We'd love for you to join us during those company-wide and department-wide events to help you strengthen connections across the company.
Why join us?
Brighthouse Financial is on a mission to help people achieve financial security. Our company is one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S.,* and we specialize in products designed to help people protect what they've earned and ensure it lasts.
We empower employees to collaborate, bring their passion to work, and make an impact. Our inclusive work environment fosters a culture that celebrates diverse backgrounds and experiences. You can find out more about our company culture by visiting brighthousefinancial.com/about-us/careers/.
We're proud to be a Fortune 500 company and recognized as one of the Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte by the Charlotte Business Journal. We're also honored to be named to Newsweek's list of Most Trustworthy Companies in America.
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