Director - Global Strategy & Execution

Description and Requirements
Role Value Proposition:
MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits, and asset management to individual and institutional customers. We're united by our purpose to help our customers and each other create a confident future; we're guided by empathy; and we're inspired by each other to make a difference in the lives of our coworkers, customers, communities, and the world at large. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
Global Strategy & Execution advises MetLife's top executive officers (the ELT) and works in partnership with our global businesses. Functioning as in-house strategic and operational consultants, the group is responsible for leading programs that define, communicate, and support the execution of business strategies and initiatives globally.
We are looking to attract the next generation of talent to drive successful execution of MetLife's 'New Frontier' strategy and keep the company on a path to strengthen our customer focus and accelerate innovation. Individuals on this team can expect to get an unparalleled view into the breadth of the company's business while deep diving into several different areas through specific projects. Reporting to VP of Global Strategy & Execution, the Director Global Strategy & Execution, will focus on supporting the organization's strategic projects and help position the company for the future.
Key Responsibilities:

• Perform rigorous fact based, quantitative and qualitative analysis to support definitions; synthesize the insights from the analyses and develop recommendations
• Provide deep and ongoing evaluation of the opportunities and threats from current and future competitors and partners; direct the research and monitoring of environmental forces, market, regulatory, and industry trends; identify opportunities, risk, or recommended changes to strategy as necessary
• Plan and drive project management of complex initiatives
• Work on global cross-functional teams to evaluate, provide insight, and drive strategic outcomes for maximum impact; enable the transfer of strategic ideas into operational decisions and actions
• Communicate strategy and initiatives effectively at the executive level and across the organization
• Focus on helping the business solve problems and answer key questions through close interaction with senior leadership
• Drive and embed Agile, experimentation, and innovative ways of working across the enterprise

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:
Required:

• 5+ years of experience defining, communicating, and delivering on strategy and operational initiatives to drive business growth with a top-tier consulting firm
• Flexibility to work with different time zones. Minimum travel required
• Thinks strategically and has strong execution capabilities
• Demonstrates strong analytical approach to solving problems
• Drives to synthesis and develops recommendations. High degree of comfort with ambiguity
• Possesses strong project management capabilities with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Shows business maturity, has strong presence and possesses advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to engage across multiple functions and business units
• Ability to influence and negotiate without formal direct authority, consultative in approach; diplomatic

Preferred:

• Degree in Finance, Business, Economics preferred; higher degree MBA/MS a big plus
• Prior insurance or retail financial services experience is a plus but not mandatory

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.
Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.
The expected salary range for this position is $128,800 - $171,700. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law ("protected characteristics").
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
$128,800 - $171,700
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