The posting
Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our Compliance team as a Compliance Analyst II!
About the role
As a Compliance Analyst II, you will serve as a key contributor to Symetra's Producer Oversight and Third-Party Suitability Program. This role is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks related to producer conduct, sales practices, licensing, suitability, and regulatory compliance across Symetra's distribution channels.
You will act as a subject matter expert on producer oversight matters, partnering closely with Distribution, Legal, Compliance, Operations, and senior leadership to evaluate producer risk, investigate concerns, monitor business practices, and support remediation efforts. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, analyzing producer activity and trends, managing oversight initiatives, supporting regulatory examinations, and developing reporting and monitoring tools that strengthen Symetra's compliance framework.
The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with sound judgment and the ability to evaluate complex situations involving producer conduct, suitability, regulatory requirements, and reputational risk. This individual must be comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to leadership and influencing decisions regarding producer supervision and risk management.
What you will do
- Serve as a compliance subject matter expert supporting Symetra's Producer Oversight and Third-Party Suitability programs.
- Conduct risk-based reviews of producers, Broker Dealers, and agencies, including analysis of complaints, regulatory actions, disclosure events, chargebacks, replacement activity, lapse rates, suitability concerns, and other sales practice indicators.
- Investigate and assess potential producer misconduct, such as, licensing concerns, and other compliance-related issues, making recommendations regarding appointment, termination, supervision, or remediation.
- Monitor and evaluate producer business practices to identify emerging risks and compliance trends.
- Prepare risk assessments, investigative summaries, and recommendations for senior management regarding producer oversight matters.
- Assist with the development, implementation, and enhancement of policies, procedures, controls, and best practices related to producer supervision and distribution risk management.
- Partner with Distribution, Legal, Licensing, Operations, and Compliance teams to resolve complex producer oversight issues and implement appropriate corrective actions.
- Support regulatory examinations, audits, and information requests related to producer oversight, suitability, and sales practices.
- Analyze data and develop reporting to identify trends, measure program effectiveness, and support risk-based oversight activities.
- Lead or support special projects involving producer supervision, suitability monitoring, regulatory change management, and compliance process improvements.
- Leverage data analytics, automation, artificial intelligence, and technology solutions to enhance monitoring capabilities and oversight effectiveness.
- Communicate findings, recommendations, and emerging risks to management and key stakeholders.
Why work at Symetra
“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 G., Program Manager
“If you're looking for a place to call home, grow professionally and personally and most importantly, be yourself, Symetra is the right fit.” - Daniel P., Senior Underwriter
What we offer you
We don’t 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.
- Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
- Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
- Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
- Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
- Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview
Compensation
$72,700 - $121,100 annually plus eligibility for Company Annual Bonus
Who you are
- High school diploma required
- College degree of equivalent experience required
- At least 5-8 years years of experience supporting producer oversight and suitability programs
- FINRA Series 24/26 required
- AIRC and/or FLMI designation preferred
- Strong understanding of life insurance, annuity, and Registered Indexed-Linked Annuity (RILA) products.
- Demonstrated experience assessing producer risk and conducting investigations involving sales practice concerns, disclosure issues, suitability matters, complaints, licensing issues, and regulatory actions.
- Knowledge of insurance and securities regulatory requirements related to producer supervision, suitability, advertising, licensing, and market conduct.
- Ability to analyze large volumes of data and translate findings into meaningful recommendations and risk mitigation strategies.
- Strong critical-thinking and decision-making skills, including the ability to balance regulatory, operational, business, and reputational considerations.
- Experience developing reporting, dashboards, and monitoring tools using data analytics and AI-enabled technologies.
- Proven ability to influence stakeholders and effectively communicate complex compliance issues to all levels of management.
- Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and organizational skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, SharePoint, Teams, and related business intelligence tools.
- Ability to adapt to changing regulatory expectations and oversee multiple high-priority matters simultaneously.
We empower inclusion At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Inclusion 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.
Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom Symetra 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're 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're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're 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.
For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers
Work Authorization Employer 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.
Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:
As a remote-first organization with a cameras-on culture, reliable internet connectivity is important to how we connect, collaborate, and serve our customers. To support a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:
- Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
- Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
- Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.
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Symetra 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.
Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:
- Disqualification from the recruitment process
- Withdrawal of a job offer
- Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered
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