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A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams, we’ve been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?

Job Summary

Our Employee Benefits team is hiring! The Voluntary Employee Benefits Consultant is responsible for top line premium growth, case count and producer recruiting for a territory that includes Columbus, OH and Indianapolis, IN. This position works with national, regional and local Employee Benefit Brokers, Consultants, General Agents, Technology Partners and Enrollment Firms by consulting, training, educating, and motivating in order to ensure profitable growth and to meet sales objectives established for an assigned market within the territory.

Establish and maintain consulting relationships with national, regional, and local Employee Benefit Broker Partners, General Agents, Technology Partners, and Enrollment Firms for voluntary group and life insurance products, including long-term care.
Serve as a subject matter expert to partners, providing guidance on enrollment technology solutions and product offerings for their clients.
Deliver training and ongoing development to producers, agencies, and general agents; support their growth in assigned regions.
Collaborate closely with internal departments—Sales Support, Underwriting, Policyholder Services, Billing, Compliance, and Compensation—to achieve production goals and ensure high-quality business.
Analyze market trends, consult with producers to enhance their business, support recruiting and marketing initiatives, and provide feedback to implement corporate strategy.

* Residence within southwest Ohio or the Indianapolis, IN area is a requirement of the role. *

* Ability to travel 2-3 days per week within the territory is a requirement of the role. *

Skills and Background You’ll Need

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred. Life & health licensing required. If not currently licensed, must obtain upon hire.

Experience: Minimum 2 years’ experience selling voluntary benefits preferred. Also considering candidates in the insurance industry who have a desire to move into voluntary benefit sales.

For those with voluntary benefits sales experience, established broker relationships are preferred.
Must be able to travel 2-3 days per week on average throughout the territory.
Must currently reside in southwest Ohio or the Indianapolis, IN area.

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

Customer Focus. Understanding needs of internal and external clients.
Driving Success. Proactive approach to developing a team that exceed expectations.
Winning Together: Work as a collaborative member on the Voluntary Benefits team strategizing and driving sales success.

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Why Join The Standard?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:

A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
An annual incentive bonus plan
Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure
A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools

In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.

Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.
Performance guarantees may be applied to roles with highly incentivized compensation plans for a specified period of time to support a new hire’s transition into the sales incentive plan.

Compensation is made up of a base salary, incentives, and/or other bonuses when applicable. This is a minimum range that can be increased based on performance and sales activity.

Salary Range:

Compensation is made up of a base salary, commissions, and year-end bonuses. Total compensation range: $125k - $250K

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Mortgage Investors, LLC, StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., and American Heritage Life Insurance Company and American Heritage Service Company, marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. Except where precluded by state or federal law, The Standard will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. The Standard offers a drug- and alcohol-free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on The Standard's property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation and employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. After any conditional offer of employment is made, the background check will include an individualized assessment based on the applicant’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain and correct background information. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.

About the company

Standard Insurance provides disability, life insurance, retirement plans, and investment products for individuals, families, and small businesses. It offers workplace benefits and services to help employees stay at work or return to work, including mental health and wellness support. The company differentiates itself with a proactive, whole-person approach to disability, focusing on mental health, substance abuse, and personalized, employer-tailored solutions. Its goal is to protect financial security for customers while improving the workplace experience and supporting communities through financial and volunteer efforts.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Portland, Oregon

Founded

1998

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What believers are saying

September 9, 2026 PEP assets topped $5 billion, showing strong retirement-plan demand.
July 30, 2026 launched a 403(b) PEP for nonprofits, opening an underserved market.
April 27, 2026 Portland and Dallas Workplace Possibilities centers deepen disability and leave relationships.

What critics are saying

The May 21, 2026 annuity sale to Pacific Guardian shrinks diversification and fees.
PEP concentration creates execution risk if large-plan wins slow after 2026 expansion.
India offshoring and vendor replacement expose The Standard to cybersecurity, talent, and delivery failures.

What makes Standard Insurance unique

Since 1906, The Standard built workplace-benefits underwriting around return-to-work and accommodation expertise.
Its Workplace Possibilities model integrates clinical experts, employers, and assistive technology into claims handling.
By September 2026, it surpassed $5 billion in PEP assets under administration.

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401(k) Company Match
Performance Bonus
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Employee Referral Bonus

Company News

Standard

Oct 2nd, 2026

Integrated Benefits Institute Annual Health and Productivity Forum.

Integrated Benefits Institute Annual Health and Productivity Forum. Integrated Benefits Institute Annual Health and Productivity Forum Location: Austin Marriott Downtown, Austin, TX Date: Sept. 30 - Oct. 2, 2026 Standard is excited to support the Integrated Benefits Institute 2026 Annual Health and Productivity Forum. Hosted by IBI, a nonprofit research organization backed by more than 1,600 member employers and the nation's largest leave and disability database, the Forum brings together employers, advisors and solution providers to exchange ideas and discuss emerging trends in workforce health, benefits and absence management. Standard look forward to connecting with attendees, sharing perspectives and exploring strategies to help organizations support a healthier, more productive workforce. Attend its session. Date: Monday, Oct. 5 Time: 2:20 - 3:00 p.m. Central * Barbara Aloni, CDMS, Director, Workplace Possibilities(SM), The Standard * Debra Villar, MS, LMHC Manager Disability Management Resources, The Standard Although women make up about 57% of the US workforce, they also spend nearly twice as much time as men caring for children or other household responsibilities. In addition, there are unique health and lifecycle realities impacting women's overall well-being. What impact are these influences having on your organization, and what should you do about it? Presenters will share insights and practical tips to create more holistic support around women's health and well-being for this critical and large segment of the workforce.

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Sep 29th, 2026

The Standard hires Taylor Chipp as associate retirement plan consultant.

The Standard hires Taylor Chipp as associate retirement plan consultant. September 29, 2026 PORTLAND, Ore. - Standard Insurance Company (The Standard) welcomes Taylor Chipp as an associate retirement plan consultant for Retirement Plans. In this role, Chipp will work with advisors, employers and third-party administrators in Orange County and San Diego, California. Chipp has 15 years of experience in financial services and the retirement industry. Her background includes partnering with retirement plan advisors on finalist presentations, online demonstrations and the positioning of product, consulting and education capabilities throughout the sales process. Before joining The Standard, Chipp served as senior vice president of client services at World Investment Advisors. She earned an MBA in finance and a bachelor's degree in accounting from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School. Chipp holds FINRA Series 6 and 63 licenses and earned the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor(R) and Accredited Investment Fiduciary(R) designations. "I'm excited to welcome Taylor to The Standard," said Brody Geist, divisional vice president of Retirement Plans Sales. "Having her in this role represents an important investment in our growth and ability to keep pace with demand across the western region. Taylor has strong technical expertise along with thoughtful, candid and collaborative qualities that make her a great fit for our team." About The Standard. Established in 1906, The Standard is a family of companies dedicated to helping customers achieve financial well-being and peace of mind. Standard is a leading provider of financial protection products and services for employers and individual customers. Its products include group and individual disability insurance, group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, group dental and group vision insurance, absence management and paid family leave services, retirement plans products and services and annuities for employers and individual customers. For more information about The Standard, visit standard.com and follow Standard on LinkedIn and Instagram. The Standard is the marketing name for StanCorp Financial Group, Inc., and its subsidiaries. StanCorp Equities, Inc., member FINRA, wholesales a group annuity contract issued by Standard Insurance Company and a mutual fund trust platform for retirement plans. Standard Retirement Services, Inc., provides financial recordkeeping and plan administration services. Investment advisory services are provided by StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., a registered investment advisor. StanCorp Equities, Inc., Standard Insurance Company, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., are subsidiaries of StanCorp Financial Group, Inc., and all are Oregon corporations. Contact. The Standard Melissa Wilmot 971.403.6984 Send a message Media. Taylor Chipp

Independent Advertising

Sep 23rd, 2026

Impact Unlimited partners with Independent Media ahead of Impact Unlimited Summit.

Impact Unlimited partners with Independent Media ahead of Impact Unlimited Summit. The Independent and The Standard named official media partners for 30 September summit at Rich Mix, London. Impact Unlimited has announced a new partnership with Independent Media's leading news brands, The Independent and The Standard, ahead of the Impact Unlimited Summit on 30 September. The Impact Unlimited Summit brings together businesses, charities, campaigners, creatives and changemakers to explore how organisations can turn purpose into meaningful impact. As part of the partnership, The Standard will deliver the closing Sporting Chance conversation, featuring David Cohen alongside Greenhouse Sports, exploring the role sport can play in creating opportunity and driving positive social change. Impact Unlimited and Independent Media will also explore how media can help purpose-led organisations build awareness, tell their stories and reach new audiences. Julian Blake, Founder of Impact Unlimited, said: "Independent Advertising is pleased and very excited to partner with Independent Media. The Independent and The Standard have enormous reach, while Impact Unlimited has connections to many of the specialist people and organisations driving positive change. Together, Independent Advertising has huge opportunities to amplify this important agenda through thought leadership, opinion, impact marketing and storytelling, and stories from its Impact Challenge initiative. "We're also delighted to bring Independent Media initiatives into the summit. The Standard's Sporting Chance campaign will feature in a discussion led by David Cohen with leading coach and mentor Jason Sugrue, while The Independent's connection to Missing People has resulted in the charity bringing a real challenge for our community to tackle." Dan Locke, Commercial Strategy Director of Independent Media, said: "Independent Media helps to create a space where organisations can come together to share ideas, build meaningful connections and explore practical ways to increase their positive impact. Doing good is in our DNA at Independent Media, and we passionately believe that we can - and should - all do our bit to make change happen." The partnership will culminate at the Impact Unlimited Summit at Rich Mix in London on 30 September, where The Independent and The Standard branding will feature across the event and online materials. Alongside the Sporting Chance session, the Summit programme will feature a live problem solving challenge for Missing People - a charity which partnered with The Independent for its Christmas campaign last year - as well as sessions bringing together organisations and individuals working across business, culture, sport and the charity sector. Find out more about the summit and register to attend at https://impactunlimited.co.uk/impact-unlimited-summit/

PR Newswire

Sep 1st, 2026

The Standard launches IRI Digital First for Annuities platform with Magnifact and FIG

Magnifact has deployed its AgentVizion API Services platform at The Standard, connecting Financial Independence Group as the carrier's inaugural distribution partner through the Insured Retirement Institute's Digital First for Annuities Application Status and Activity Status APIs. The platform enables advisors and operations teams to receive standardized, real-time updates throughout the pending annuity lifecycle. They can track cases from application receipt through underwriting and policy issuance directly within their own systems without logging into a separate carrier portal. Because the implementation uses open IRI standards rather than proprietary interfaces, The Standard can onboard future distribution partners using the same integration framework, reducing implementation effort whilst creating a scalable digital ecosystem. The deployment marks a shift from manual case enquiries and proprietary integrations towards open, interoperable connectivity in the insurance industry.

Standard

Aug 5th, 2026

The Standard names James Schugel national sales consultant, Finals & Deal Strategy for Retirement Plans.

The Standard names James Schugel national sales consultant, Finals & Deal Strategy for Retirement Plans. August 5, 2026 PORTLAND, Ore. - Standard Insurance Company (The Standard) welcomes James Schugel as a national sales consultant, Finals and Deal Strategy. In this role, Schugel will support The Standard's retirement plan sales efforts for plans with $10 million or more in assets by helping deliver strategies, tools and consultative resources to advisors and clients in this growing market segment. Schugel brings 11 years of financial services and retirement industry experience to The Standard. His background includes partnering with retirement sales teams on finalist presentations, online demonstrations and positioning of product, consulting and education capabilities throughout the sales process. Before joining The Standard, Schugel served as senior product and solution consultant at Lincoln Financial. He earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from Saint Louis University and holds FINRA Series 6 and 63 licenses. Schugel also earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor(R) and Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist(R) designations. "James brings valuable retirement plan experience and a strong understanding of how to support advisors and clients throughout the sales process," said Jason Burlie, head of Retirement Plan Sales at The Standard. "His expertise will help us strengthen our finalist strategy and continue delivering tools and consultative resources advisors need to serve this important market segment." About The Standard. Established in 1906, The Standard is a family of companies dedicated to helping customers achieve financial well-being and peace of mind. Standard is a leading provider of financial protection products and services for employers and individual customers. Its products include group and individual disability insurance, group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, group dental and group vision insurance, voluntary and supplemental benefits, absence management and paid family leave services, retirement plans products and services and annuities for employers and individual customers. For more information about The Standard, visit standard.com and follow Standard on LinkedIn and Instagram. The Standard is the marketing name for StanCorp Financial Group, Inc., and its subsidiaries. StanCorp Equities, Inc., member FINRA, wholesales a group annuity contract issued by Standard Insurance Company and a mutual fund trust platform for retirement plans. Standard Retirement Services, Inc., provides financial recordkeeping and plan administration services. Investment advisory services are provided by StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., a registered investment advisor. StanCorp Equities, Inc., Standard Insurance Company, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., are subsidiaries of StanCorp Financial Group, Inc., and all are Oregon corporations. Contact. The Standard Melissa Wilmot 971.403.6984 Send a message

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