Strategy Lead, Business Strategy
MassMutual - Boston, MA
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Brand, Product, and Affiliated Distribution (BP&AD) manages MassMutual’s largest sales channel, a network of about 7,000 financial advisors across the U.S, helping their clients secure their financial future through an array of insurance and wealth management solutions. BP&AD also has responsibility for MassMutual’s product roadmap that supports our full spectrum of distribution channels, Brand and Marketing across the wider enterprise, and MassMutual’s Institutional Solutions businesses.As part of the BP&AD Business Strategy team, your efforts will focus on the following: Deliver bespoke research projects that influence executive decision-making across brand, product, institutional solutions, and affiliated distribution topicsShare synthesized perspectives on the competitive landscapeProvide insights that shape BP&AD’s strategic trajectoryThe TeamAspaceof change continues to accelerate externally and internally, BP&AD has greater needs tomonitorand understand the external environment, make deeper use of data/analytics, and generate swift insights to inform BP&AD and MassMutual decision-making.To this end, the BP&AD Strategy team is focused on four themes: Inform SLT and ELT decision-making through Strategy ProjectsProgress MassMutual’s affiliated distribution and wealth management strategy towards holistic financial advice and growthProvide thought leadership on MassMutual’s Product StrategyEnsure that the Brand and Marketing narrative isclearand that impact is measurableThe Impact: Drive substantive strategic problem-solving efforts – thought leadership (e.g., defining key questions and problem-solving hypothesis), stakeholder engagement (e.g., leading stakeholder interactions and providing constructive challenge), and team leadership (e.g., leading the research/analysis with our Analysts)Generate impact as a trusted advisor bymaintainingthe ability to see the big picture in inherently complex and dynamic situations, anddemonstratinga strong nose for value in both prioritizing and solving problemsRole model behaviors (e.g., high energy, self-driven, strong interpersonal skills, intellectual curiosity, highest level of professionalism, inclusive behaviors, orientation towards client and team instead of self)Positively contribute to BP&AD’s “course and speed” towards ambitious goals, and help drive the success of MassMutualThe Minimum Qualifications 3 to 5 years of strategy experience (must be highly rated), inclusive of experienceindependentlyleadingsubstantive portions of strategy project teams, and+ years of total professional experienceBachelor’s degree from leading college or universityTrack recordof developing Analysts through coaching and mentoringAbility to quickly break down problems in a structured manner, and prioritize analysisAbility to analyze complex data and draw out insights and implicationsAbility to create simple, powerful, and data-driven communications for senior leadersAbility to effectively communicate with senior leaders and build enduring, trust based and high-impact relationships with clients and other colleaguesPreferred Qualifications Strategy consulting experience from a top-tier management / strategy consulting firmGraduate degree from a leading university or a top business school is valuedInsurance and/or financial services experience is valued, but not a requirementWhat to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team Regular meetings with the BP&AD Strategy teamFocused one-on-one meetings with your managerAccess to mentorship opportunitiesNetworking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ,veteranand disability-focused Business Resource GroupsAccess to learning content on Degreed and otherinformationalplatformsYour ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leadingpayand benefits#LI-LS1 MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
Created: 2025-07-14