Vice President, Strategic Planning

Join Our Team In 2022, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution named Primerica one of the best places to work for the ninth consecutive year. Also in 2022, Primerica was named one of the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes for the second consecutive year. Forbes also named Primerica as one of America’s best Insurance companies for 2022. Primerica ranks 6th among 25 companies included in the Term Life Insurance category. Over the past seven years Primerica has consistently been voted Best Employer by Gwinnett Magazine in its special "Best of Gwinnett" winner editions. Primerica is a great place to work! Join our team to experience what it’s like to work at “one of the best places to work in the metro Atlanta”. About this Position The Strategic Planning group is responsible for identifying and assessing opportunities that advance Primerica’s mission of creating financially independent families. The group leads the development, identification and analysis of strategies and capabilities critical to the company’s growth plans in all business lines, including insurance, wealth management, lending, senior health, auto and home and our “business opportunity.” The Strategic Planning individual will take a leadership role in the group supporting the Senior Vice President of Strategy. Responsibilities include identifying growth opportunities, analyzing market trends, developing strategic frameworks, writing business plans, shepherding successful implementation, assessing entry options, calculating potential synergies, conducting due diligence on acquisition targets, and providing recommendations to senior leaders. This role will require cross-functional collaboration with executive and senior management in various business units across the company. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, comfortable in high visibility settings, be able to innovate, and build a deep working knowledge of Primerica’s unique capabilities and assets. The candidate will need to leverage expertise to translate working knowledge of business into clear, specific strategies and be able to participate in and potentially lead cross-functional project teams. This role also includes close collaboration with external parties (e.g., consultants, investment banks) and partnerships related to strategic opportunities. The position would provide opportunities and exposure across the organization and would provide potential to enable a transition to a business role in the future. Location: Georgia based; flexible office arrangements to be discussed Responsibilities & Qualifications Primary Responsibilities: The day-to-day activities in this role will vary depending on a variety of factors. You may work alone on some projects, with other members of the corporate strategy team on some, while others will involve working with leaders from the business and/ or members of their teams Research and data collection and conduct robust financial and quantitative analysis Interview senior executives and internal and external subject matter experts Engage across functions and markets to research and solve business problems and make recommendations on a wide range of issues Develop and maintain business landscape knowledge to provide solid foundational context Manage projects with a commitment to meeting deadlines and involving cross-functional teams Produce, articulate and persuasive c-suite and board-level presentations of strategic initiatives Ideal Candidate Credentials: Bachelor’s degree required 3 to 6 years relative experience Superior research, analytical and problem-solving skills ideally gained, at a highly regarded management consulting firm, preferably in the financial services industry Strong understanding of strategic concepts, along with the ability to translate ideas into actionable plans; willing to drive action and results Ability to support and advance complex cross-enterprise projects with multiple stakeholders Positive attitude with a desire to be a force for good within the organization Ability to challenge established views and assumptions at all levels Ability to facilitate/ lead discussion and debate in a team-oriented, collaborative, diplo manner Personal presence and ability to clearly communicate compelling messages to key leaders Travel Requirements: 0-20% Preferred Requirements: MBA from top-tier program or similar academic experience with strong performance Experience with driving or participating in Change Management FLSA status: This position is exempt (not eligible for overtime pay): Yes Our Benefits: Day one health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Plan with competitive employer match Vacation, sick, holiday and volunteer time off Life and disability insurance Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account Professional development Tuition reimbursement Company-sponsored social and philanthropy events It has been and will continue to be the policy of Primerica, Inc., and its subsidiaries to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, color, religious creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, ancestry, military service or veteran status, genetic or carrier status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. At Primerica, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives. Primerica is a leading provider of financial services to middle-income families in the United States and Canada. Since 1977, Primerica has provided essential financial services and products that have helped millions of middle-income households protect their families and save for the future. We insure over 5.7 million lives and have over 2.7 million client investment accounts. Headquartered in metro Atlanta, Primerica is a Fortune 1000 company with over 2,800 employees located in the U.S. and Canada. Our employees are an integral part of achieving Primerica’s mission in creating more financially independent families and supporting more than 130,000 licensed financial representatives across North America. The Company’s competitive salaries, award-winning benefits packages, and employee recognition programs are just a few of the reasons the average employee tenure is 12 years. Awards and Recognitions Forbes Best Employers for Diversity Forbes Best Employers for Women Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Top Workplaces #1 Most Trusted Life Insurance Company by Investor’s Business Daily #3 Most Trusted Financial Company by Investor’s Business Daily Our stock is traded on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PRI.” If you need an accommodation with any part of the application process, please email Recruiting@primerica.com. www.primerica.com PRIMERICA CAREERS Don't see a job that you are interested in? Introduce yourself and submit your resume to our recruiters. We'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.