As the Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant will develop cost effective strategies to assist individuals with disabilities in returning to the workplace. The VRC will work with Guardian plan holders, employees, and physicians to coordinate return to work opportunities through job accommodations and return to work strategies. The Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant provides assessment of LTD, STD and Life claims, to determine claimants’ level of functionality and provide evaluation of work capabilities or independence in activities of daily living, according to contractual definitions. The Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant identifies claimants that may be eligible for return-to-work planning and assistance, transitional work, job modification, and/or vocational rehabilitation programs. The VRC must possess a thorough working knowledge of medical diagnoses and treatment modalities, criteria supporting vocational feasibility, and a clear understanding of the interface of medical pathology and employment functionality.   You are A highly motivated and reliable individual who can work with varying levels of supervision – independently or collaboratively. You are detail-oriented and a decisive decision maker who can manage multiple priorities at the same time with a positive attitude. You can collaborate with stakeholders to provide effective case management within the boundaries of contractual definitions. You will - Assess claimants medical, psychological condition, social and economic situation, aptitudes, work experience, restrictions and limitations, educational background, and behavioral/motivational factors to determine viability of and probability of success of vocational rehabilitation opportunities.  Compare this assessment with policy rehabilitation provisions and make cost/benefit analysis to develop programs to assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining employment. - Maintain proactive dialogue with claimants, plan holders and treatment providers to formulate viable return to gainful work plans.   Cost effective utilization of vendors to provide rehabilitative services to support program goal.  Coordination with public services/governmental agencies to control costs and identify similar benefits. - Collaborate with Disability Clinical & Vocational Services staff and case managers to move toward an appropriate plan to reduce the duration of disability and enhance probability of RTW. Serve as educational resource on vocational rehab aspect of claims. Educate parties involved in claim management regarding the extent of functional limitations and impact on ability to perform work activities. - Utilize standard vocational resources effectively to perform occupational assessments; perform transferable skills analyses and labor market surveys to assist Claims Department in benefit eligibility determinations.  Compare medically supported restrictions and limitations with job/occupational requirements to determine claimant’s residual functionality. - Apply knowledge of the ADAAA to identify effective work-related accommodations and stay-at-work options to our plan holders and their employees. Work with plan holders to identify/effectuate appropriate worksite modifications and transitional work plans to help return claimant to employment. Case management of part-time work claims to increase full-time return to work potential, as appropriate. - Utilize vocational expertise within a flexible environment to support Guardian’s current products (STD, LTD, Life, and ADA), as well as future products, to meet business needs. You have - 5 or more years of actively providing vocational rehabilitation/case management services to disabled individuals in an insurance setting - Case Management experience strongly preferred - Master’s Degree required, preferred in Rehab Counseling - Receipt of, or eligibility for, certification in profession, such as Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS), Certified Case Manager (CCM). - Excellent verbal and communications skills - Ability to exercise independent & sound judgment in decision making - Strong problem-solving, analytical, clinical, and information research skills - Excellent time management & organizational skills - Demonstrated ability to multi-task with the ability to manage continually changing priorities and the ability to prioritize work based on customer service needs and departmental regulations - The ability to remain flexible due to changing business needs - Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OASYS, ERI, OOH, BLS Location This is a mobile position where preference may be given to candidates within commuting proximity to a Guardian office with the ability to travel to Guardian offices as determined by the People Leader. Travel - Occasional 0-10% of the time. Salary Range: $68,970.00 - $113,310.00 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. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits. 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 MyHR@glic.com. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site. Visa Sponsorship Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship. Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.

• Lead the solution development phase of the sales cycle by participating in discovery sessions, workshops, and technical validations to align client needs with product capabilities. • Partner with Account Executives to execute consultative, value-based sales strategies that articulate clear business outcomes and ROI. • Design and deliver tailored product demonstrations, proof of concepts, and solution presentations that address executive, functional, and technical stakeholder priorities. • Translate client business requirements into scalable solution architectures by evaluating integration, security, and operational considerations. • Engage cross functional stakeholders to secure technical approval by addressing integration requirements, data flows, SSO, and security questionnaires. • Develop business cases and ROI analyses by leveraging client data, KPIs, and industry benchmarks to quantify value realization. • Advise prospective customers on business process transformation by applying expertise in digital banking, account opening, lending, or related workflows. • Collaborate with Product, Product Marketing, Implementation, and Account Management to ensure alignment between client expectations and solution delivery. • Manage multiple concurrent sales opportunities by prioritizing activities and maintaining clear communication with internal stakeholders. • Identify competitive positioning strategies by analyzing market dynamics and tailoring messaging to differentiate Alkami’s solutions. • Maintain accurate documentation of solution designs, discovery insights, and client requirements within CRM and shared systems. • Continuously enhance product and industry knowledge to strengthen credibility and effectiveness in client engagements. • Support knowledge sharing within the Sales Engineering team by contributing insights, tools, or best practices from active engagements.

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. PRACTICE OVERVIEW: Ankura’s Visual Communications & Trial Technology consulting group knows the power of visual persuasion. We understand how critical communication is to our clients’ reputations and in resolving significant business issues. Our visual communications and technology consultants are skilled in developing solutions for all presentation challenges—in courtrooms, conference rooms, and board rooms. Working closely with clients to understand each case and develop concepts to clarify and emphasize key themes and issues, we make complicated information easy to understand. When it matters most, our technology consultants, artists, animators, and legal consultants bring the expertise needed to create winning outcomes. While Ankura works on cases of all sizes, our expertise with large, complicated matters on behalf of global corporations facing crises with high-exposure litigation sets us apart. Our experience in managing multi-district litigation and associated costs is one of our strengths. Our team is accustomed to developing and producing large volumes of visuals in high-pressure environments. ROLE OVERVIEW: The Trial Technology Consultant will be responsible for consulting with attorneys on presentation technology and trial-data management in courtrooms and similar settings. They organize and run attorney presentations, and coordinate all systems, databases and equipment related to visual presentation of Ankura’s graphics, deposition videos, and documents at trials, hearings, and focus groups. All of this is done while managing and exceeding client expectations. Trial Technology Consultants organize, coordinate, and administer all resources and activities for projects end-to-end. This is a full-time, exempt position. This is a great opportunity to join a thriving global Firm in a dynamic and interesting field. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and a fun environment. Our ideal location is Atlanta, Georgia; however, we are open to other remote locations. Responsibilities and Requirements : - A BA/BS degree and/or equivalent combination of skills and experience - Experience using OnCue highly preferred - Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in client service industries required - Ability to work a flexible schedule (non-traditional hours) - Ability to troubleshoot and support PCs, networks, printers and audiovisual equipment - Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) - Familiar with Adobe Acrobat and video encoders/converters - Strong knowledge of graphic and video file formats - Excellent reliability and timeliness - Excellent communication skills, both written and oral - Professional attire required - Able to work in constantly changing settings and demonstrate flexibility to work extended hours when necessary - Able to handle high-pressure environment and tight deadlines on occasion - Highly organized, detail oriented, and self-disciplined - Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects - Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. #LI-EN1 #LI-Remote Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application, or participate in an interview/assessment, please email accommodations@ankura.com or call toll-free +1.312-583-2122. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues unrelated to a disability, will not receive a response.

• Oversee monthly portfolio roll-up for the entire enterprise and optimize process to improve efficiency. • Provide analytics to help Business Unit leadership understand their portfolio’s exposure and how it can further improve profitability. • Assist in the validation of the vendor or in-house built Cat models using claims or other data. • Provide ability to build and maintain custom tools to help the company better manage catastrophe risk. • Communicate research and analytics with underwriters, capital modelers, actuaries, and other stakeholders. • Participate in assessing the impact of real-time catastrophes on CNA’s portfolio. • Oversee and participate in submitting rating agency questionnaires and responding to various regulatory obligations. • Independently find innovate solutions to problems. • May perform additional duties as assigned.