SVP Chief Compliance & Ethics Officer

Oversee the Code of Conduct, ethics education and awareness, ethics helpline, and enterprise ethics program. Insurance regulatory compliance, with a heavy focus on life and annuity products, but also includes reinsurance, institutional and group benefits.Vendor and third-party compliance oversight (vendor management responsibilities to be consolidated within the function)Strengthen leadership capability and build future-ready talent, upgrading skills, bench strength, and succession where needed. Industry & Functional Experience* Minimum 20+ years of relevant professional experience, with 10–15+ years in financial services, insurance, or closely related industries* Deep life insurance and annuity compliance expertise required* Investment, fund, and separate account compliance experience required* Demonstrated experience leading or overseeing a formal ethics program, including code of conduct and whistleblower/helpline frameworks* Proven success operating in a matrixed, enterprise environment; global experience is a strong plus* Significant exposure to consumer-facing businesses, which represent the majority of enterprise compliance riskLeadership BackgroundPrior experience operating as a senior, enterprise-level compliance leader with credibility at the executive and Board levelsAbility to influence without authority, partner effectively across stakeholder groups, and balance independence with collaboration Education & Professional CredentialsCandidates without a legal background must bring substantial operational and compliance leadership experience, particularly within life and annuity businesses The ideal candidate will be: A strong communicator with executive presence and the ability to influence at the highest levels Your Benefits Start Day 1* Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents* Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off* Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program* Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participationPacific Life is more than a job — it's a career with purpose. For nearly 160 years, we've helped people protect their financial futures through strength, stability, and innovation. Join us to make a meaningful impact and build a career where you can thrive. . J-18808-Ljbffr