• Job Description

  Req#: US09256
  
  Position Overview
  
  
  Develop and execute RGA’s Research & Development (R&D) strategy globally to enhance RGA’s brand in research and innovation. Manage RGA’s global research value chain to maximize the internal and external value created from research projects. Lead the biometric research, behavioral science, and emerging technology teams to deliver unique insights and proprietary intellectual property.
  
  
  Responsibilities
  
  
  1. Develop and execute RGA’s global research & development strategy
  • Utilize RGA's data, subject matter expertise, and advanced analytic capabilities to execute research projects and generate unique insights for RGA and our clients.
  • Oversee pipeline of research projects globally and facilitate cross-divisional collaboration and communication.
  • Develop and utilize framework for measuring success of R&D activities.
  2. Take primary responsibility for RGA’s research value chain
  • Idea Generation: the process by which research project ideas are generated
  • Idea Conversion: the process of filtering and prioritizing ideas to create a well-balanced portfolio of projects that align with RGA’s strategic goals
  • Project Execution: the end-to-end execution of projects undertaken by the Global R&D team
  • Diffusion: the dissemination and packaging of research findings to deliver value throughout the organization including thought leadership and proprietary intellectual property.
  3. Lead the research centers of excellence of key areas of global strategic importance, including biometric research and experience analysis, behavioral science, and emerging technology.
  4. Deliver research findings to internal and external clients
  • Present research findings through various outlets including webcasts, industry meetings, client presentations, and internal or external publications.
  • Ensure quality and depth of analysis of projects undertaken by Global R&D team.
  • Mentor and train staff to build professional communication and presentation skills.
  5. Promote a culture of innovation throughout RGA.
  Coordinate with the Chief Innovation and Content Officer and collaborate with RGA offices to encourage innovation and spread ideas and insights throughout the organization.
  6. Performs management duties of a remote team including, but not limited to: hiring, training, evaluating, coaching, guiding, mentoring and disciplining direct reports. Fosters a positive and engaged work environment. Mentors associates and gives guidance on associate development.
  7. Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
  8. Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  Requirements
  
  
  Education and Experience
  Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Math, Finance, Statistics, Actuarial Science or related field
    Fellowship, Society of Actuaries (FSA) or equivalent.
  • 15+ years insurance related experience
  • 10+ years management experience
  Preferred:
  • Fellowship, Society of Actuaries (FSA) or equivalent
  • Advanced degree in business, statistics, science, or related experience (CFA, MBA, Ph.D., M.D., etc.)
  Skills and Abilities
  Required:
  • Can-do, positive approach and the ability to serve in a highly consultative manner with individuals across a wide variety of disciplines
  • Highly advanced ability to investigate, analyze and solve complex problems/issues
  • Highly advanced technical research skills
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills including presentation skills, demonstrating the ability to convey information in a way that is meaningful and well received by stakeholders and team members.
  • Exceptional people management skills, demonstrating the ability to lead, mentor, and develop associates; including the ability to delegate key areas of responsibility
  • Expert skills in managing multiple projects and/or sub-teams simultaneously
  • Expert ability to work well within and manage a team
  • Expert ability to foster a teamwork and customer service focused environment
  • Expert ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional and technical disciplines
  • Expert persuasion and negotiation skills when working with internal/external customers to resolve issues/problems
  • Exceptional ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through strategic planning and the implementation and evaluation of programs and policies
  • Exceptional ability to implement organizational, divisional, and/or departmental vision and goals that result in achievement and success through exceptional leadership skills, collaboration, creative thinking, maintaining focus and persistence, even under adversity, while maintaining the confidence of management and associates
  • Highly advanced Microsoft Office skills
  
  
  Company Overview
  
  
  Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (NYSE: RGA) is one of the largest global life and health reinsurance companies. With headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri, RGA supports clients and partners around the world through innovative approaches and customized solutions.
  Founded in 1973, RGA celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023.
  • We are the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related reinsurance solutions.
  • Our core products and services include life reinsurance, living benefits reinsurance, group reinsurance, health reinsurance, financial solutions, facultative underwriting, and product development.
  • RGA ranks #257 on the 2024 Fortune 500 list. The list ranks U.S.-based companies by total revenue.
  • RGA has been named to Fortune magazine’s 2023 and 2024 lists of the World’s Most Admired Companies.
  • RGA in Canada has been selected as one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2024
  • RGA has approximately $3.5 trillion of life reinsurance in force and assets of $87.4 billion as of September 30, 2023.
  RGA aims to evolve RGA workplaces and the communities in which RGA has a presence, into more diverse, equitable and inclusive environments. We will create a culture where individuals are valued, feel a sense of belonging, and are respected for their differences – a workplace where all employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
  Our individual, social, economic, and cultural identities shape and influence our experiences and perspectives. Therefore, to do our best work RGA will ensure diversity in our workforce across the various dimensions of social, interpersonal, and cultural identity - and by practicing inclusivity in how we work with one another. Inclusion in our workplace is a step towards our purpose of making financial protection accessible to all.
  Flexible Working Environment
  RGA supports hybrid and flexible ways of working and would welcome a discussion on how it can balance what is important to you with business requirements during the recruitment process.
  Visit our Annual Review site, https://rgaannualreview.com, to find out more about us.
  RGA offers a comprehensive total rewards package including a range benefits and flexible plans. The pay range for this position is $219,365 – $334,930 per year in addition to an annual bonus. Base pay varies depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and market location.
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• About the company

  At RGA, we specialize in providing life and health-related reinsurance and financial solutions to help our clients effectively manage risk and capital.

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