Assistant Vice President- Stop Loss Captives – Remote

Symetra is seeking an experienced leader to head our Stop Loss Captives business!

As AVP, you’ll shape strategy, lead a specialized team, and position Symetra as a market innovator. This is a high-impact role requiring deep expertise in stop loss captives, strong financial acumen, and validated industry leadership.

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Define and implement Symetra’s captive strategy, including product positioning, pricing, and distribution.
  • Effectively communicate and own the monitoring of market trends, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics to keep Symetra ahead.
  • Represent Symetra in industry panels, conferences, and forums.
• Business Growth & Relationship Management:
  • Grow Symetra’s captive market presence by building relationships with brokers, TPAs, consultants, and captive managers.
  • Present Symetra’s solutions with clarity and credibility to clients and industry partners.
  • Drive new business opportunities while ensuring profitability and client retention.
• Operational Excellence & Financial Stewardship
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  • Collaborate with underwriting, claims, actuarial, finance, and sales teams to ensure financial success.
  • Communicate financial performance, risks, and exposures to internal and external partners.
  • Lead captive program reporting with transparency and accuracy.
• Team Building & Leadership:
  • Build and lead a cross-functional team focused on captive growth, including distribution, underwriting, and analytics
  • Provide coaching, mentorship, and succession planning to foster a high-performing, collaborative culture.

Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:

“Symetra is truly a great place to work. The positive work climate, strong sense of team, and the resources available make it feel like one cohesive family. What stands out most to me is the company’s deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion—it’s not just a statement, it’s an active and ongoing priority that’s felt throughout the organization.” – Charlotte G.,

Sr. Underwriter - Consultant Stop Loss

“My advice to anyone considering a role at Symetra is to take full advantage of the incredible benefits offered—many of which are available on a near-daily basis. From inclusive groups like Women in Numbers to our Lunch and Learn Consortiums, these opportunities go beyond the job itself. Whether you’re in an entry-level position or executive leadership, these programs are a fantastic way to connect, grow, and learn about other areas of the company.”

– Sandra

A., Sr. Account Manager

We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview

Salary Range: $137,500 – $229,200 plus eligibility for annual bonus program and long-term incentive plan

• 10+ years in stop loss insurance, with at least 5 years in the captive space.
• Proven success in business development and financial management within stop loss captives.
• A change agent and thought leader within the captive marketplace.
• Strong presentation skills with experience engaging executive audiences and industry groups.
• Strong relationship building and management with clients and internal partners.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, risk management, or related field required.

As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:

• Minimum Internet Speed: 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
• Internet Type:
  Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
• Not Permissible:
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