Associate Director, Stop-Loss Product Development

Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits helping approximately 50 million Americans access the care and coverage they need. Through employers industry partners and government programs Sun Life U.S. offers a portfolio of benefits and services including dental vision disability absence management life supplemental health medical stop-loss insurance and healthcare navigation. We have more than 6400 employees and associates in our partner dental practices and operate nationwide.

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Sun Life embraces a hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with the flexibility of virtual work in the contiguous states plus AK.

The opportunity: We are seeking an Associate Director Stop-Loss Product Development to support the design development and execution of our stop-loss and risk-based product strategy for self-funded employers.

This role leads defined product initiatives and workstream within the broader product portfolio contributing to innovation growth and ongoing competitiveness. This role combines hands-on execution cross-functional leadership and subject matter expertise with opportunities to independently lead discrete product initiatives while operating within a Director-led strategy and governance framework.

How you will contribute:

• Lead and support the end-to-end development of product initiatives including concept development design implementation launch and post-launch evaluation.
• Independently manage defined product enhancements features and programs aligned to product strategy timelines and governance.
• Partner across underwriting actuarial claims finance legal state filing marketing client experience client services clinical L&D and technology to execute initiatives.
• Coordinate with external vendors and partners to support product delivery and implementation.
• Monitor product performance using financial and operational metrics and recommend enhancements to improve outcomes.
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen product development efficiency and effectiveness.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on stop-loss products supporting internal training materials and business enablement.
• Partner with distribution teams to support growth client engagement and market expansion efforts.
• Monitor industry legislative and competitor trends and support execution of product strategy and change initiatives.
• Leverage data analytics and AI tools to support product research development and performance insights.

What you will bring with you:

• Ability to work with a diverse range of people.
• 5 years of experience in stop-loss self-funded healthcare or related risk-based insurance products.
• Experience in product development product strategy or project leadership within a complex matrixed environment.
• Strong understanding of stop-loss market dynamics product design and financial performance drivers is preferred.
• Bachelors degree is highly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without direct authority.
• Ability to operate independently while aligning to broader strategic direction and governance.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across teams.
• Strong organizational and execution skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Working knowledge of project management principles and tools.
• Confidence in negotiating and presenting at a senior level.

Salary:

$116500-$174800

At our company we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The salary range for this role is competitive nationwide and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined based on your unique skills qualifications experience education and geographic addition to your base salary this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on your individual performance as well as the overall performance of the business. We are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone is rewarded for their contributions.

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Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

At Sun Life we prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits including generous vacation and sick time market-leading paid family parental and adoption leave medical coverage company paid life and AD&D insurance disability programs and a partially paid sabbatical program. Plan for your future with our 401(k) employer match stock purchase options and an employer-funded retirement account. Enjoy a flexible inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth. Were proud to be recognized in our communities as a top employer. Proudly Great Place to Work Certified in Canada and the U.S. weve also been recognized as a Top 10 employer by the Boston Globes Top Places to Work for two years in a row. Visit our website to learn more about our benefits and recognition within our communities.

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