Partnership Manager

Guardian Life

Partnership Manager at Guardian managing distribution partners for insurance products. Responsible for growth strategies and collaboration across internal teams to enhance performance.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,170 - $156,355 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own end‑to‑end accountability for the performance of an assigned portfolio of distribution partners
Develop and execute annual growth strategies to achieve year‑over‑year sales and enrollment targets
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned partners, coordinating cross‑functional support across Operations, Broker Services, Marketing, Legal, Compliance, Commissions, Product, and other internal teams
Translate partner growth goals into clear strategies, execution plans, and internal delivery expectations
Ensure internal teams deliver timely, accurate support by managing handoffs and follow‑through across departments
Communicate regularly with peers and leadership through written and verbal updates on sales performance, opportunities, risks, wins, and losses
Prioritize partner relationships based on growth potential and clearly communicate priorities to Distribution leadership
Lead strategic planning discussions and annual business reviews with assigned partners to strengthen relationships and uncover new revenue opportunities
Support partners throughout the sales lifecycle, including marketing, advertising, promotions, and training initiatives
Establish and maintain feedback loops between partners and internal Guardian teams to ensure alignment with market demand

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of relevant sales experience within insurance distribution
Experience with Individual Medical (ACA, Medicare) and/or Dental insurance products
A track record of consistently delivering against revenue and enrollment goals
Strong oral and written communication skills with demonstrated executive presence
Experience working with PEOs and/or enrollment platforms (preferred)
A 4‑year university degree
Willingness and ability to travel frequently, as needed, to support partner and internal relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Bonus potential
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

sales experiencerevenue goalsenrollment goalsstrategic planningmarketingadvertisingpromotionstraining initiativespartner growth strategiescross-functional coordination

Soft Skills

communication skillsexecutive presencerelationship managementprioritizationcollaborationleadershipproblem-solvingfeedback managementorganizational skillsadaptability