Annuity Product Implementation Manager

Description

Company Description:

Aspida is a tech-driven, nimble insurance carrier. Backed by Ares Management Corporation, a leading global alternative asset manager, we offer simple and secure retirement solutions and annuity products with speed and precision. More than that, we’re in the business of protecting dreams; those of our partners, our producers, and especially our clients. Our suite of products, available through our elegant and intuitive digital platform, focuses on secure, stable retirement solutions with attractive features and downside protection. A subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) acts as the dedicated investment manager, capital solutions and corporate development partner to Aspida. For more information, please visit www.aspida.com or follow them on LinkedIn.

Who We Are:

Sometimes, a group of people come together and create something amazing. They don’t let egos get in the way. They don’t settle for the status quo, and they don’t complain when things get tough. Instead, they see a common vision for the future and each person makes an unspoken commitment to building that future together. That’s the culture, the moxie, and the story of Aspida.

Our business focuses on annuities and life insurance. At first, it might not sound flashy, but that’s why we’re doing things differently than everyone else in our industry. We’re dedicated to developing data-driven tech solutions, providing amazing customer experiences, and applying an entrepreneurial spirit to everything we do. Our work ethic is built on three main tenets: Get $#!+ Done, Do It with Moxie, and Have Fun. If this sounds like the place for you, read on, and then apply at aspida.com/careers.

What We Are Looking For:

Aspida is seeking an Annuity Product Implementation Manager to lead the operational implementation of new annuity products and product enhancements. This role will serve as the connection point among Product Development, Actuarial, Operations, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Marketing, and Distribution.

The ideal candidate understands the annuity product lifecycle and can translate product requirements into clear, executable implementation plans. This individual will manage cross-functional initiatives from initial design through launch, ensuring each product is implemented accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable requirements. This role reports to the to the AVP, Product Development Leader and is required to be onsite at our Durham office 3 days a week.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the end-to-end implementation of new annuity products, product enhancements, rate changes, and regulatory updates.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, implementation timelines, milestones, dependencies, and risk assessments.
• Partner with Product Development and Actuarial teams to translate product specifications into operational and system requirements.
• Coordinate implementation activities across Operations, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Marketing, Distribution, and other business partners.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings, communicate project status, and escalate risks or decisions requiring leadership attention.
• Review product specifications, contract forms, operational procedures, system requirements, marketing materials, and training resources for consistency and accuracy.
• Coordinate system configuration, product testing, user acceptance testing, defect resolution, and implementation readiness.
• Ensure operational processes support the complete policy lifecycle, including application processing, policy issuance, servicing, financial transactions, claims, and reporting.
• Establish launch-readiness criteria and confirm that systems, processes, documentation, training, and support resources are in place before implementation.
• Support post-launch monitoring, identify implementation issues, and coordinate timely resolution and process improvements.
• Maintain implementation documentation, decision logs, approvals, and audit-ready records.
• Identify opportunities to improve the speed, quality, and scalability of Aspida’s product implementation process.

What We Provide:

• Salaried, DOE
• Relocation available
• Full-Time
• Full Benefits Package Available

What We Believe:

Not sure if you meet every qualification? We still encourage you to apply! We value inclusivity, welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds, including non-traditional paths. Unique experiences enrich our team, and the willingness to dream big makes you an exceptional candidate!

Requirements

What We Require:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, insurance, actuarial science, project management, or a related field.
• Five or more years of experience in annuity product implementation, insurance operations, product management, business analysis, project management, or a related area.
• Strong knowledge of fixed, fixed indexed, and/or registered index-linked annuity products.
• Understanding of annuity administration systems, policy servicing processes, and the insurance product lifecycle.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Ability to interpret product specifications and convert them into business, operational, and technology requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business partners, and senior leadership.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, compliant product implementation.
• Proficiency with project-management and collaboration tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing annuity products within a life insurance carrier or financial services organization.
• Familiarity with insurance product filing and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with policy administration platforms, illustration systems, digital application platforms, and third-party integrations.
• Project-management certification, such as PMP, or experience working within Agile and traditional project-management frameworks.
• Experience developing product implementation standards, governance processes, or scalable launch frameworks.