AVP, Marketing & Distribution

Tulsa, OK (Onsite)

Up to $120,000 base (flexible for the right candidate)

Relocation: Relocation assistance available, including temporary housing and moving stipend.

About the Opportunity

A growing life insurance organization is seeking an AVP, Marketing & Distribution to help drive strategic growth, strengthen agent relationships, and support the development and launch of insurance products. This role works closely with executive leadership and plays a key role in connecting marketing strategy with agent distribution, product development, and shareholder communications.

This is a highly visible leadership position within a lean, entrepreneurial organization, where leaders wear multiple hats and collaborate across departments to support continued expansion in domestic and international markets.

Key Responsibilities

Agent & Distribution Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with independent agents, field leaders, and distribution partners.
• Support agent recruitment, retention, and communication initiatives.
• Collaborate with agent advisory groups to strengthen engagement and feedback channels.

Marketing Strategy & Performance

• Partner with leadership to develop and execute marketing initiatives that support distribution growth.
• Track campaign performance, marketing KPIs, and expenses, providing regular insights to leadership.
• Identify opportunities to enhance marketing effectiveness and distribution reach.

Product Development & Launch Support

• Collaborate with actuarial, underwriting, and operations teams to support the development and launch of new life insurance products.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify opportunities for new offerings.

Shareholder & Investor Communications

• Support communications and presentations for a large shareholder base.
• Assist with investor updates and respond to shareholder inquiries.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Work closely with operations, compliance, underwriting, and finance teams to ensure alignment across initiatives.
• Participate in strategic discussions around growth, product development, and distribution strategy.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in the life insurance industry
• Background in insurance marketing, distribution, product support, or operations
• Experience working with independent agents, broker-dealers, or financial advisors
• Strong understanding of life insurance products and distribution models
• Ability to analyze performance metrics and translate insights into strategic action
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or related field preferred