Assistant Vice President, Information Technology

Location: West Des Moines, IA or Chicago, IL (Mostly Off-Site)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us:

Equi Trust Life Insurance Company is a national carrier of competitive, client-friendly annuity products sold through a variety of distribution channels, including more than 20,000 independent agents and independent marketing organizations (IMOs). Since 2003, we have provided exceptional customer service to our clients by operating with integrity and passion.

Our success is driven by a collaborative and inclusive workforce that values diverse perspectives, innovation, and continuous improvement. Equi Trust sells products nationwide and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with operations in West Des Moines, Iowa.

How You’ll Contribute:

As the Assistant Vice President, Information Technology, you will provide strategic leadership for one or more technology teams responsible for delivering innovative, secure, and reliable technology solutions that support Equi Trust’s business objectives. You will partner with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and technology teams to shape IT strategy, oversee technology investments, develop high-performing teams, and drive successful delivery of enterprise initiatives.

We are looking for an experienced and collaborative technology leader who is passionate about developing people, fostering innovation, and aligning technology with business strategy.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, develop, and inspire high-performing Information Technology teams through coaching, talent development, succession planning, performance management, and employee engagement
• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute IT strategies that support organizational priorities, portfolio initiatives, and long-term business goals
• Direct technology initiatives from planning through implementation, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, quality, and timeline expectations
• Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to leverage technology to improve business processes, operational efficiency, and customer experiences
• Build strong partnerships with business leaders to understand organizational needs and align technology solutions with strategic objectives
• Oversee IT resource planning, budgeting, and investment decisions to maximize value and organizational effectiveness
• Establish and promote IT governance, security, compliance, operational standards, and best practices across supported technology functions
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technology risks while ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory and security requirements
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and continuous learning culture that encourages innovation, accountability, and cross-functional teamwork

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field required
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

• Extensive leadership experience in Information Technology, including experience managing technology teams and enterprise initiatives
• Experience developing and executing IT strategies that align with organizational goals and business priorities
• Experience leading software development, application delivery, infrastructure, or enterprise technology organizations
• Experience with in insurance, financial services, or other highly regulated industries is a plus

• Proven ability to develop and execute technology strategies that support business growth, operational excellence, and enterprise priorities
• A proven people leader who develops talent through coaching, psychological safety, and clear expectations, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive
• Strong understanding of enterprise information systems, application architecture, systems integration, and Agile software development practices
• Hands-on experience delivering digital technology solutions within the life and annuity industry, with a strong understanding of the product lifecycle and end-to-end business operations
• Experience designing or delivering digital experiences for…