Head of Proposition Development - BrokerageLocation: Dublin, IEFull Time Permanent positionHybrid role based in our City Centre officesWhat we offerWe have embraced a hybrid working model for most of our positions, allowing you to enjoy a balanced approach of working from home for part of the week and working from the office for the remainder of the week.We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salaries and bonuses, robust Learning and Development support, excellent Defined Contribution pension, and comprehensive Wellbeing initiatives.The Brokerage division sits in Advice Solutions. The role reports to the Director of Brokerage.Brokerage is a key distribution channel accounting for approximately half of Irish Life’s total retail sales volume through circa 1,600 intermediary relationships. To support our ambition to grow in the retail intermediary market, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Proposition Development (GWL13) reporting to the Brokerage Director.Role OverviewThe key purpose of this role is to lead the Proposition Development team to deliver a first-class proposition to all Brokerage segments (PFI, Onesource, Core & Brokersource). Working closely with the Sales Operations & Proposition Delivery team and the Sales teams, the role holder will identify gaps and design solutions that can be deployed across the broker market. They will collaborate with teams across Advice Solutions to ensure that Brokerage solutions are managed and implemented, consistently meeting the changing needs of the Brokerage Team. Additionally, as a member of the Brokerage Executive Team, the role holder will actively contribute to the formation and development of Broker Strategy.More specific responsibilities will includeStrategic Leadership & Direction: Develop, propose, gain acceptance & implement the strategic plan for the Proposition Development team. Ensure alignment with overall business objectives.Commercial Growth & Performance: Ensure that the proposition evolves for all segments of Brokerage, supporting the achievement of Brokerage KPI’s (Sales, Margin, Persistency etc). Use market intelligence to identify gaps in the Brokerage Proposition.Team Management & Development: Lead, develop and manage the Proposition Development team, building talent for the present and succession planning for the future.Performance Management & Accountability: Drive a high-performance culture by setting measurable goals, ensuring transparent reporting & holding teams accountable for results.Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement in proposition development.Organisational Change & Transformation: Lead change management initiatives to support business transformation and improve the broker experience.Enhance and deliver Brokerage Digital Capabilities: Ensure that the Brokerage proposition provides best-in-class Digital Solutions.Project Management & Communications: Ensure business deliverables are managed tightly and communicated effectively across brokerage.What you will need to be successful in the roleDegree, Business Masters or other relevant qualification.Proven commercial acumen, with an ability to articulate business cases.Proven experience of delivering proposition to the broker market.Significant experience of managing key internal relationships and a proven track record in delivery of results.Experience of managing a team with different deliverables & priorities.Experience of managing performance measures.Experience of the life assurance and broker market.High level of personal credibility across Advice Solutions and Irish Life Group.About usIrish Life is one of Ireland’s largest financial institutions with a presence across a range of financial services markets. We are proud of our culture of developing and supporting the growth and professional development of our people.Irish Life is an Equal Opportunities employer. We have created an environment of inclusion and growth to help people achieve their potential. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process please contact lifecareers@irishlife.ie.ILFS supports Equal Opportunity and is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
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