Guardian Life Insurance

Head of MarCom Technology

Guardian Life Insurance$178K — $293K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Technology, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred)
  • 10+ years of experience in technology, engineering, or digital delivery roles
  • 5+ years of experience leading teams and/or managing managers
  • Experience working in a large, complex organization with multiple stakeholders and dependencies
  • Experience supporting marketing, digital, or customer experience technology environments preferred
  • Experience managing technology platforms, products, or portfolios
  • Familiarity with modern technology environments (e.g., cloud, APIs, integrations)
  • Experience working with third-party vendors and managing external partnerships

Responsibilities

  • Lead the MarComm technology portfolio and ensure operational performance
  • Partner with Marketing and Communications leaders to define and deliver technology roadmap
  • Oversee intake, prioritization, and backlog management to balance initiatives and needs
  • Drive execution across multiple platforms, ensuring alignment to business priorities
  • Simplify and modernize the technology landscape to improve integration and usability
  • Develop teams across delivery platforms, content technologies, and data/analytics enablement
  • Ensure solutions meet standards for security, privacy, compliance, and resiliency
  • Manage platform investments and vendor relationships to optimize value
  • Partner with teams to enable scalable data foundations and workflow automation
  • Advance adoption of AI-enabled capabilities in MarComm workflows
  • Build strong stakeholder alignment and proactively manage dependencies

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead strategic initiatives in a key business area
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
  • Focus on innovation with emerging technology such as AI
  • Leadership role with a chance to develop and mentor teams
  • Support for continuous professional development
Full Job Description
Head of MarComm Technology (L9)

Role Summary

The Head of MarComm Technology leads the strategy, delivery, and ongoing operation of technology capabilities that support Marketing and Communications. This role is accountable for a portfolio of platforms and teams spanning marketing automation, content and channel technology, data and analytics enablement, and emerging AI-driven capabilities.

This leader partners closely with Marketing, Communications, Digital, Data, Architecture, and Engineering teams to translate business priorities into a clear technology roadmap, drive execution across a complex delivery landscape, and improve the effectiveness, reliability, and scalability of MarComm platforms. The role balances run, change, and modernization while simplifying the ecosystem and enabling better customer and colleague experiences.

You Will

  • Lead the MarComm technology portfolio, including platform strategy, delivery execution, and operational performance across marketing and communications capabilities


  • Partner with Marketing and Communications leaders to define and deliver a prioritized, outcome-driven technology roadmap


  • Oversee intake, prioritization, and backlog management to balance strategic initiatives, operational needs, and capacity constraints


  • Drive execution across multiple platforms and teams, ensuring delivery is sequenced, transparent, and aligned to business priorities


  • Simplify and modernize the technology landscape by reducing fragmentation, improving integration patterns, and strengthening platform usability


  • Lead and develop teams across delivery platforms, content and channel technologies, and data/analytics enablement


  • Ensure solutions meet enterprise standards for architecture, security, privacy, compliance, and resiliency


  • Manage platform investments, vendor relationships, and spend to optimize value and support long-term sustainability


  • Partner with Architecture, Data, and Engineering teams to enable scalable data foundations, personalization capabilities, and workflow automation


  • Advance adoption of AI-enabled capabilities within MarComm workflows in alignment with enterprise governance and standards


  • Build strong stakeholder alignment across business and technology leaders; proactively manage dependencies and resolve trade-offs


  • Develop a high-performing team with clear accountability, strong engagement, and continuous development


What You'll Bring

  • A strong track record of leading business-facing technology organizations and delivering measurable outcomes


  • Deep understanding of marketing and digital technology ecosystems, including platforms, workflows, and customer engagement capabilities


  • Ability to translate business priorities into clear technology strategies, roadmaps, and execution plans


  • Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives across multiple teams and systems


  • Strong execution discipline, with the ability to prioritize, sequence work, and deliver in a fast-paced environment


  • Financial and operational acumen, including managing platform investments, vendors, and trade-offs


  • Experience simplifying technology landscapes and improving integration, scalability, and usability


  • Ability to apply data, analytics, and emerging AI capabilities to drive practical business value


  • Strong stakeholder leadership skills, with the ability to influence and align senior leaders


  • A collaborative leadership style that builds trust, develops talent, and drives accountability


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Technology, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred)


  • 10+ years of experience in technology, engineering, or digital delivery roles


  • 5+ years of experience leading teams and/or managing managers


  • Experience working in a large, complex organization with multiple stakeholders and dependencies


  • Experience supporting marketing, digital, or customer experience technology environments preferred


  • Experience managing technology platforms, products, or portfolios


  • Familiarity with modern technology environments (e.g., cloud, APIs, integrations)


  • Experience working with third-party vendors and managing external partnerships


Salary Range:

$178,690.00 - $293,560.00

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.

About Guardian Life Insurance

Guardian Life Insurance Careers

Join the Guardian Life Insurance team today and be part of a company that values growth, leadership, and innovation. As a leading provider in the insurance industry, Guardian Life Insurance offers a wealth of job opportunities that empower you to shape your future and strengthen your professional skills. Work You’ll Do At Guardian Life Insurance, you’ll collaborate with a diverse team of experts dedicated to providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to our clients. Our culture thrives on inclusivity and the shared ambition of our team members to drive positive change in the insurance sector. Explore a variety of career paths in areas ranging from customer service to financial advisement, each offering the potential to engage with transformative projects that impact lives. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, designed to enhance your skills and advance your career. Innovative Work Guardian Life Insurance is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology and personalized service. Join us and contribute to initiatives that redefine industry standards and lead to more predictive and personalized customer experiences. Be Part of a Great Team Our team at Guardian Life Insurance is our strongest asset. We foster an environment where creativity and effectiveness are encouraged, making it a perfect place for those who seek to innovate and excel in their careers. With a focus on nurturing talent, we offer comprehensive benefits, competitive salaries, and a supportive atmosphere that advocates work-life balance. Future-Proof Your Career With Guardian Life Insurance, your career is future-proof. Dive into a range of employment opportunities that not only align with your current skills but also challenge you to grow and expand your capabilities. Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or even leadership roles, Guardian Life Insurance is committed to helping you find the right path. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities waiting for you at Guardian Life Insurance. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are passionate, driven, and ready to contribute to our mission. Search open positions that match your skills and interests, and take the first step towards a rewarding career with us. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest career tips, industry insights, and company news—all from the professionals who make Guardian Life Insurance a leader in the insurance industry. Our careers blog provides valuable information to help you prepare for your next interview, polish your resume, and enhance your networking abilities. Job Alert Emails Customize your experience by subscribing to job alerts and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Guardian Life Insurance, and see how you can contribute to our legacy of excellence and innovation. Join Guardian Life Insurance today and be part of a company that’s dedicated to your career growth and professional development.
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