SVP, Operating Strategy, Transformation & Process Optimization

SVP, Operating Strategy, Transformation & Process Optimization at Search Partner Group, LLC SVP, Operating Strategy, Transformation & Process Optimization at Search Partner Group, LLC in Allen, Texas Posted in 1 day ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

SVP, Operating Strategy, Transformation & Process Optimization Life Insurance | Underwriting & New Business Operations Hybrid (Tues-Thurs onsite)

• McKinney, TX Reports to: Executive Vice President Full Relocation assistance is available Compensation Year 1: $220K
• 230K base + bonus + equity ( $300K+ total ) Year 2+: $400K
• 425K+ total compensation with structured ramp We're looking for a senior operator who has led underwriting or new business transformation inside a large life insurance carrier , with experience scaling operations, modernizing processes, and driving measurable efficiency gains.

About the Role A Fortune 600 life insurance carrier is building a net-new SVP leadership role to drive enterprise-wide transformation across underwriting, new business, and sales administration . This is a high-impact mandate to modernize a multi-entity insurance platform-standardizing operations, accelerating underwriting, and enabling scalable growth through automation, AI, and operating model redesign. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping how a large, established insurer evolves to a faster, more digital, and more efficient operating model

• without proportional headcount growth.

Why This Role Stands Out Enterprise-scale scope across multiple business units and product lines Direct ownership of strategy ? execution ? measurable outcomes Significant investment in AI, automation, and process modernization High visibility with executive and board-level stakeholders Opportunity to redefine underwriting and new business operations at scale What You'll Own Enterprise Transformation & Process Standardization Drive end-to-end process harmonization across underwriting, new business, and sales administration Eliminate silos across business units, particularly in post-acquisition environments Establish consistent, scalable operational frameworks Operating Model Strategy Design and execute future-state operating models (1

• 3• and 5-year horizons) Enable growth from $1B to $1.

5B+ in issued premium through operational efficiency Underwriting Modernization & Digital Enablement Lead initiatives including: Automated underwriting / rules engines Straight-through processing (STP) AI-assisted decisioning and case management RPA and workflow orchestration Advance toward real-time underwriting and instant policy issuance Business & Technology Alignment Align operations with: Policy administration systems (legacy + modern platforms) Mainframe environments and digital layers Partner with IT, data/AI, actuarial, finance, and distribution leadership Transformation Portfolio Leadership Own full lifecycle: business case ? funding ? execution ? ROI realization Establish strong governance, KPI tracking, and accountability Change Leadership Drive adoption across large, distributed teams Lead sustainable operational and cultural transformation Who You Are Profile Current or recent

SVP / VP

/ Sr. AVP within a life insurance carrier environment Deep experience in: Underwriting operations New business / acquisition operations Policy issuance / case management What Sets You Apart Led enterprise-wide transformation initiatives inside a carrier Experience standardizing processes across multiple business units or entities Track record implementing: Automation / AI Operating model redesign Process optimization at scale Strong ability to operate across business and technology functions Additional Background Consulting experience (e.g., large system integrators) is a plus if paired with hands-on operating leadership Experience in complex, multi-system environments (legacy + modern) highly valued What You Bring 10-20+ years in life insurance operations Proven success modernizing: Underwriting workflows New business pipelines Sales administration functions Strong understanding of: Policy admin platforms Underwriting tools and rules engines Digital and agent-based distribution models Executive presence with ability to influence senior leadership and board stakeholders Culture & Work Model Hybrid (Tues-Thurs in office) Collaborative, execution-focused leadership team Strong emphasis on shared outcomes and enterprise impact Benefits Competitive executive compensation + equity participation 401(k) matching Medical, dental, vision

HSA / FSA PTO

+ holidays Tuition reimbursement + professional development Relocation assistance (if applicable)