MetLife

Role Value Proposition

This is a unique opportunity to work as a Contract Development Consultant at a Fortune 50 Company and one of the world’s leading life insurers and retirement solutions provider. In this dynamic role, you will develop and file essential forms, collaborate with state insurance departments, and support new product ventures. This is your chance to drive compliance and enable product success, make a tangible impact on our business and customers at a company committed to building a more confident future for all. 

  Key Responsibilities 

• Prepare form filing submission documentation primarily related to life insurance policies (e.g. COLI/BOLI).
• Prepare responses to insurance regulators’ questions and requests.
• Negotiate form approvals with state insurance departments. 
• Establish a good working relationship with insurance regulatory personnel to secure timely approval that addresses product and compliance needs.
• Support regulatory filings, using primarily the SERFF electronic filing systems and recordkeeping requirements for the group.
• Develop policy forms ranging from moderately complex product structures to complex and hybrid product structures to support new and existing products within RIS. Determine variations in forms to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Assist in the analysis of proposed and enacted laws and regulations to identify required compliance activities.
• Provide technical support in analysis of new product ventures and due diligence.
• Collaborate with internal business partners to identify product specifications, contract and legal requirements, form filings and product use availability.
• Research and respond to internal and external customer questions regarding contract features and compliance. 
• Participate in special compliance, product development and team projects on an as needed basis.
• Ability to learn Icertis Contracts Lifecycle Management software for developing new policy forms.
• Ability and willingness to learn responsibilities other than those listed here and to assist with assignments for other team member business areas, when needed.

Required Experience and Skills

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years relevant experience - or equivalent business experience (4+ years).
• Competent level of contract knowledge and technical writing skills.

• Self-motivated, initiative-taking, flexible and enthusiastic. Impact-focused and deadline oriented.

• Knowledge of the regulatory requirements and procedures for the development and filing of compliant contract forms associated with group life and annuity business.

Preferred Experience 

• Finance degree or JD a plus, but not essential.
• 5-7 years of contract development, compliance, legal or relevant industry experience.

At MetLife, we’re leading the global transformation of an industry we’ve long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.