Vice President - Data Analytics Remote

Symetra is seeking a Vice President, Data Analytics to help advance our transformation into a truly data-driven enterprise. In this senior leadership role, you will set strategy, lead high-impact analytics initiatives, and guide teams that deliver insights powering business decisions across the organization.\n\n \n\nAbout the role\n\nIn this role, you will be accountable for shaping and driving Symetra\u0027s data and analytics strategy and delivering solutions that drive meaningful business outcomes. This role leads cross-functional teams spanning data engineering, BI and reporting, and data science, and partners closely with both business and technology leaders.\n\n \n\nYou will build strong relationships across the enterprise, translate business needs into analytic solutions, and communicate strategy, roadmaps, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences. This role carries responsibility for both strategy and execution and is distinguished from Director-level roles by ownership of a major analytics function or enterprise-scale solution.\n\n \n\nWhat You will Do\n\n * Strategy, Partnership, and Data Fluency\n * Partner with teams across sales, marketing, customer experience, underwriting, claims, actuarial, and innovation\n * Find opportunities where analytics can improve efficiency, grow revenue, and enhance customer experience\n * Develop and implement analytics roadmaps with clear success metrics.\n * Advanced Analytics and Insight Generation\n * Lead and enable descriptive, predictive, and machine learning analytics initiatives\n * Apply sound judgment to balance advanced modeling with practical, scalable solutions\n * Coach teams and promote analytic best practices tied to real business outcomes\n * Data Management, Governance, and Reporting\n * Promote a trusted, well-governed enterprise data environment\n * Enable self-service analytics and thoughtful integration of third-party data\n * Champion responsible data use and privacy standards\n * Team Leadership and Development\n * Lead and develop high-performing analytics teams, including direct and matrixed staff\n * Set clear expectations, foster collaboration, and support skill and career growth\n\n\n\nWhy Work at Symetra\n\nHere\u0027s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:\n\n\"If you want to work for a company that is always considering its employees while working towards sustainable growth this is that company. Within Symetra, there is always innovation, empowerment, and growth opportunities, all while providing us with a great work/life balance and incredible benefits for a very reasonable cost!\" \\- Cindy J. G., Sr. Product Owner\n\n \n\n\"Symetra will spoil you. There aren\u0027t many companies that will put as much effort into you being a success as Symetra. The culture will challenge you but simultaneously put you at ease. Failure is seen as integral to the learning process so there is less reason to be fearful of it.\" - Kerry S., Sr. Systems Analyst \n\nWhat we offer you\n\nBenefits and Perks\n\nWe don\u0027t 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.\n\n * Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements\n * Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%\n * Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays\n * Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching \n * Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview \n\n\n\nCompensation\n\nSalary Range: $265,000 - $315,000 plus eligibility for annual bonus program and long-term incentive plan\n\nWho You Are\n\n * 12+ years of proven experience in data analytics, data science, or a related field.\n * 5+ years of experience leading, mentoring and developing technical teams.\n * Hands on technical expertise with Python, DBT, and Snowflake.\n * Demonstrated curiosity and familiarity with AI and its implications at the enterprise level of an organization. \n * Proficiency with modern data mining, analytics, and visualization tools.\n * Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex concepts clearly.\n * Strategic problem solver with a track record of motivating change and building consensus.\n * Skilled relationship\u2011builder who can influence at all levels of the organization.\n * Continuous learner who stays current on industry trends and emerging technologies.\n * High School Diploma required, bachelor\u0027s degree or higher preferred.\n * Ability to travel occasionally as needed.\n\n\n\nTravel: \n\nRequired Training \u0026 Professional Development \nAll newly hired people leaders with direct reports are required to complete a comprehensive leadership development program within their first year. This program includes both virtual and in-person training. The in-person sessions will take place at Symetra\u0027s corporate headquarters in Bellevue, Washington. Symetra covers all travel and accommodation expenses. \n\nReasonable Accommodations \nSymetra is committed to providing equitable access to all job-related responsibilities, including required travel. If reasonable accommodations are needed for travel, Symetra\u0027s HR department will work to provide appropriate solutions in alignment with individual needs and company policies. \n\n \n\nWe empower inclusion \nAt Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We\u0027re building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.\n\nInclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.\n\n \n\nCreating a world where more people have access to financial freedom \nSymetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we\u0027re guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they\u0027re buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We\u0027re committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.\n\nFor more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers\n\n \n\nWork Authorization \nEmployer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.\n\n \n\nPlease review Symetra\u0027s Remote Network Minimum Requirements:\n\nAs a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees\u0027 internet connection:\n\n * Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC\u0027s definition of \"broadband.\"\n * Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.\n * Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.\n\n\n\nWhen applying to jobs at Symetra you\u0027ll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra\u0027s standard as outlined above.\n\n \n\nIdentity Verification \n\nSymetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.\n\n \n\nFailure to comply with verification procedures may result in:\n\n * Disqualification from the recruitment process\n * Withdrawal of a job offer\n * Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered\n\n\n