Senior Manager, Insurance & Wealth

Empathy is on a mission to help families through life’s most challenging moments. Our award-winning product, powered by tech and driven by purpose, provides peace of mind by guiding families through all the tedious and time-consuming tasks associated with loss. With a combination of technology and human support, we enable families to focus on what truly matters — and support them through the emotions that follow.

Empathy has established the industry standard in beneficiary care, partnering with over 30 leading financial institutions to drive generational loyalty through compassion. Our solutions now cover millions of individuals across North America, enabling our partners to unlock meaningful business value in ways that were previously out of reach.

The Insurance & Wealth Solutions Team at Empathy drives enterprise sales, by partnering with life insurance carriers, wealth managers, retirement organizations, financial advisory groups, and other financial institutions to deliver Empathy's innovative support solutions. We work closely with our partners, helping them reimagine how they serve their customers, creating transformative solutions that align with empathy and care.

The team is composed of dynamic business development leaders with diverse experience and expertise, united by a shared passion for achieving ambitious goals, driving our mission forward, and delivering exceptional results. Together, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact, fostering innovation, and setting new standards of success in the industry.

• Cultivate and oversee a dynamic sales pipeline within the Insurance and Wealth sector.
• Formulate strategic deal models and cultivate substantial, intricate partnerships.
• Identify and capitalize on new business prospects, driving revenue and fostering sustainable financial growth.
• Engage and influence senior leadership at major financial institutions, bringing a confident and credible executive presence to every interaction.
• Lead negotiations throughout the sales process to secure favorable terms and agreements for multi-year contracts.
• Foster connections with industry experts for strategic collaborations and business expansion.
• Collaborate closely with Product and Marketing teams to develop holistic solutions.
• Tag team with other Insurance and Wealth department members at industry events and joint deals.

• 5+ years of successful leadership experience within the Financial sector.
• 3+ years of experience in hands-on business development work, from value creation to contract negotiation, funnel creation, and opportunity management.
• Ability to confidently present to — and build trust with — C-level executives at Fortune 500 firms, with the presence and polish to influence strategic decision-making at the highest levels.
• Demonstrated success in navigating complex, enterprise-level sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders, and averaging high six-figure ACV agreements.
• Proven track record of surpassing quotas in high-growth sales environments.
• Profound understanding of U.S. Insurance and Wealth products/services and claims decision-making processes.
• Willingness to travel across the U.S. (approximately 35% travel).

Preferred :

• Experience working in/with Distribution divisions of Insurance and Wealth organizations
• Strong understanding of Insurance and Wealth agents’ needs and pain points
• Familiarity with platforms such as Salesforce and Gmail.

The salary for this position ranges between $150,000 - $190,000 . This is decided based on many factors, including but not limited to: skills, qualifications, and geographic location.

To support our employees, we offer comprehensive benefits both in and out of the office. These include premium healthcare, comprehensive paid time off, and flexible parental leave. Our bereavement care includes premium access to the Empathy platform and support for employees and their families. We support financial wellness with a company-sponsored 401(k) plan and up to a 4% employer match, along with competitive stock options. With annual retreats, team lunches for our NYC office, and a remote employee stipend, we prioritize spending time together and investing in our people. We hope you will want to join our exceptional team!