Guardian is seeking a senior Product Leader to define and scale our
Institutional business as a key pillar of our retirement strategy. This role is accountable for
end-to-end product strategy, performance, and experience, translating enterprise priorities into a clear product roadmap and delivering results through a highly matrixed model. You will partner across Product, Distribution, Finance, Technology, and Risk to bring differentiated retirement income solutions to market and drive sustained growth.
Key AccountabilitiesOwn: Product Strategy & Performance- Define and evolve the product vision and multi-year roadmap
- Own P&L, growth, and long-term value creation
- Drive adoption, profitability, and capital efficiency across the portfolio
Lead: Product Development & Lifecycle- Lead end-to-end product development and management, from concept through launch and ongoing optimization
- Partner with actuarial, legal, and pricing teams to deliver market-ready, scalable solutions
- Continuously improve offerings to enhance customer value and competitiveness
Own: Participant & Client Experience- Define the end-to-end experience across education, purchase, and in-force servicing
- Drive simplicity, transparency, and engagement to support broader adoption of in-plan guarantees
Lead: Distribution Enablement & Growth- Enable expansion through platform placement and institutional partnerships
- Partner with Distribution on go-to-market strategy, RFP activity, and key relationships
Partner: Technology & Operations- Set product requirements and priorities; partner to deliver modern, scalable capabilities
- Ensure execution against roadmap commitments and continuous improvement of the operating model
Own: Governance, Risk & Sustainability- Ensure alignment with legal, regulatory, and risk requirements
- Balance innovation with disciplined oversight to support long-term product sustainability
Lead: Enterprise Alignment & Talent- Align cross-functional stakeholders around a shared product strategy and priorities
- Build and lead a high-performing team, strengthening product and strategy capabilities
What You Bring- Deep expertise in annuities and retirement solutions, particularly within defined contribution markets
- Proven experience owning product strategy, lifecycle, and financial performance
- Strong ability to lead through influence in a matrixed organization
- Strategic, execution-oriented leader who can simplify complexity and drive outcomes
Why This Role MattersThis role is central to advancing Guardian's ambition to expand access to
retirement income solutions within the workplace-shaping how products are designed, delivered, and adopted to improve long-term customer outcomes.
Salary Range:$155,370.00 - $255,255.00
The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.
Our PromiseAt Guardian, you'll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.
Inspire Well-BeingAs part of Guardian's Purpose - to inspire well-being - we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.
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