RIS Deputy Chief of Staff

MetLife - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Deputy Chief of Staff for Retirement & Income Solutions (RIS) at MetLife plays a pivotal role in supporting the Chief of Staff and the Executive Vice President (EVP) of RIS. This position is responsible for directing strategic initiatives, project management, and communication efforts within the RIS business. The role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to manage various organizational initiatives effectively.

Responsibilities

• Serve as point person for RIS business within MetLife for cross-business and cross-company initiatives and strategic projects.
• Create and oversee metrics dashboards encompassing key metrics from all business and functional areas; ensure regular updates and review for trends.
• Align business initiatives to the US Business and MetLife Enterprise vision and strategy and ensure cohesion.
• Partner with business and functional areas across the US Business to build strong working relations and improve workflow and organizational issues.
• Develop senior management communications for use by the EVP of RIS at various meetings and events.
• Plan and oversee the RIS sales support activities, including sales compensation planning and sales/business metrics development/reporting.
• Plan, create content, and coordinate end-to-end logistics for RIS events.
• Oversee employee engagement and internal communication strategies, ensuring strategic alignment and consistency.
• Lead ad hoc initiatives as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Strategy consulting experience at top consulting firms, preferably in strategy development, management consulting, strategic planning, M&A or related area.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, including problem structuring, analysis, and ability to translate information into insights and actionable recommendations.
• Ability to learn fast and perform well under pressure with quick turnaround time.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• MBA/advanced degree is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health plan including medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance.
• No-cost short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance and legal services.
• 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.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs.
• Parental leave and volunteer time off.
• Tuition assistance.