As Manager of Board Relations, you will report directly to the Corporate Secretary and will function as the facilitating agent with respect to Guardian’s Board of Directors and the Guardian Variable Products Trust Board of Trustees.

The candidate in this role should have direct experience as a liaison to a Board of Directors, highly proficient project management skills, independent judgment, initiative, and strong relationship management skills. This role will also oversee special projects via the Office of the Corporate Secretary team.

You are

• Strong and poised in managing relationships and meticulous with the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Passionate about getting things done efficiently and you lead with a solid level of discretion and judgment.

You have

• Direct experience working with Boards.

• Ability to work under pressure at times and manage high risk situations.

• Ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to oversee a variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion, oftentimes before or after regular work hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

• Experience with Microsoft office products (specifically, Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint) and Diligent Board.

• Strong internal, external communications, organizational and people skills.

• Ability to travel as required to offsite Board meetings.

You will

• Be the primary facilitator to Guardian’s Board of Directors and the Guardian Variable Products Trust Board of Trustees.

• Have responsibility for the filing process related to the Corporate Governance Annual Disclosure (CGAD).

• Lead with discretion and confidentiality in relationships with all Board members.

• Project Manager for Board of Director meetings via:

• Calendar management – elevated level of attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness. In addition, create and manage the annual Board calendar processes.

• Create and facilitate the agenda for review meetings, dry-run sessions, Board/Committee meetings, Board dinners and cocktails, and debriefing meetings.

• Manage all aspects of Board meeting logistics.

• Attend all Board meetings to manage planning as required and ensure that all meetings run smoothly.

• Manage the Board of Directors communication chart and other Board-related materials to ensure that all materials remain current.

• Accountable for the applicable SharePoint drives to ensure that Board-related materials are organized and easy to locate.

• Project Manager for Board-related business activities of the Office of the Corporate Secretary (OCS).

• Expense management for Corporate Secretary and Board members.

• Oversight of the OCS budget as appropriate.

• Other duties as required by the Corporate Secretary and OCS team.

Location

Hybrid: 2 days in office,3 days WFH. Preferred location – Hudson Yards, New York City

Up to 15% travel withing the US

Salary Range

$79,350.00 - $130,365.00

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

Our Promise

At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.

Inspire Well-Being

As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.

Health Care

• Choice of [high deductible/copay] medical plans* with prescription drugs, including coverage for fertility and transgender inclusive benefits

• Dental plan

• Vision plan

• Health care accounts – flexible spending, health reimbursement, and health savings accounts

• Critical illness insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

• Company-paid Life and Disability insurance plus voluntary supplemental coverage

• Accident insurance

Retirement and Financial

• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match, plus an annual age/service-based Company contribution and an annual profit-sharing contribution, if applicable

• Complimentary 1:1 financial guidance with a licensed Fidelity representative

Time Off and Remote Work

• Flexible work arrangements (part in-person/part remote)

• Unlimited paid time off for most roles plus time off for volunteering, jury duty, voting, and bereavement

• Personal holidays for colleagues to use in recognition of religious, cultural, or civic days

• Paid parental leave and paid family and medical leave policies

Emotional Well-being and Work-Life

• Emotional well-being, mental health, and work/life resources powered by Spring Health

• Wellness programs, including fitness program and equipment reimbursement

• Child, adult, and elder back-up care support through Bright Horizons

• Adoption assistance

• College planning

• Tuition reimbursement

• Student loan assistance

• Commuter benefits in select metropolitan areas

Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact applicant_accommodation@glic.com .

Every day, Guardian helps our 29 million customers realize their dreams through a range of insurance and financial products and services. Our Purpose, to inspire well-being, guides our dedication to the colleagues, consumers, and communities we serve. We know that people count, and we go above and beyond to prepare them for the life they want to live, focusing on their overall well-being — mind, body, and wallet. As one of the largest mutual insurance companies, we put our customers first. Behind every bright future is a GuardianTM. Learn more about Guardian at guardianlife.com .