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I love the continuous learning I experience in this profession. There are always doors to be opened and questions to be asked that promote internal growth. I continue to work with Americo because of the stability, security, and opportunities. I started during a pandemic, and everything was uncertain. I can safely say that Americo has continued to be a stable and secure pillar in my life, leaving only excitement for what is to come.
Thomas Baker
Operations Implementation Coordinator
My favorite part of my job as a Talent Acquisition Coordinator is being able to personalize onboarding. It can be overwhelming for new hires to have several tasks to complete before they even step foot in a new job. Serving as a point of contact to make sure they move through the process confidently makes me happy; I know I positively impact others in my role at Americo.
Jaileen Escalante
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Fostering talent and building relationships is my favorite part of my job. I get to know associates as people, which gives me a better feel for how I can help them with their professional growth. I actually left Americo to see what else was out there. But I came back after two years because the grass wasn’t really greener. My goal has always been to keep moving forward, and I have my own path ahead as I continue developing my skills as a leader.
Jouvanne Thomas
Supervisor, Agent Services
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Quick Facts
Our parent company, Americo Life, Inc., is one of the largest, independent, privately held insurance holding companies in the United States.
Rated “A” (Excellent) by A.M. Best!
Our Proven Success
Our Company
Our History
Our Mission
Core Values
Our Proven Success
Career Pathways
Americo’s mission is to provide straightforward life insurance and annuity solutions to help families keep their homes, allow seniors to cover final expenses without becoming a burden on their children, and assist seniors in safely planning for retirement.
Our Mission
Our Company
Our History
Our Mission
Core Values
Our Proven Success
Career Pathways
For over 100 years, Americo Life, Inc.’s family of insurance companies has been committed to providing the life insurance and annuity products people need to protect their mortgage, family, and future. We take pride in our ability to offer some of the most competitive life insurance products and services in the industry.
Our History
Our Company
Our History
Our Mission
Core Values
Our Proven Success
Career Pathways
Americo Financial Life and Annuity Insurance Company (Americo) is a privately-owned, multi-billion dollar life insurance company in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. We offer life insurance and annuities in a broad range of products.
Our Company
Our Company
Our History
Our Mission
Core Values
Our Proven Success
Career Pathways
Americo has an experienced management team with industry knowledge from some of the nation’s top life insurance and financial services companies. We offer a variety of career opportunities to meet your interests and apply your skills!
About
A.M. Best rating for Americo Financial Life and Annuity Insurance Company (Americo), October 2021. Americo Financial Life and Annuity Insurance Company has a financial strength rating of A (Excellent, 3rd out of 15 rating categories.) A.M. Best’s rating is assigned after a comprehensive quantitative and qualitative evaluation of a company’s balance sheet strength, operating performance, and business profile. A.M. Best uses a scale of 15 ratings, ranging from “A++” to “F.”
Our parent company, Americo Life, Inc., is one of the largest, independent, privately held insurance holding companies in the United States.
Rated “A” (Excellent) by A.M. Best!
PRODUCT
DEVELOPMENT
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
LEGAL
Find Your Team
Our workforce supports the agents and policyholders who drive our business. Each team offers opportunities to learn and grow while also collaborating with people and groups outside of the functional area. We have leaders in every department that support a culture of continuous development.
OPERATIONS
CORPORATE
FINANCE
SALES AND MARKETING
HUMAN
RESOURCES
-Legal support
-Risk recognition, mitigation, and elimination
-Litigation, mediation, and arbitration representation
-Regulatory compliance
LEGAL
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INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
-Help Desk
-Security
-Systems development and support
-Infrastructure
-Data intelligence
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
-Product innovation and design
-Actuarial pricing and valuation
-Regulatory compliance
-Product maintenance
OPERATIONS
-New policy applications
-Policy support
-Agent and IMO support
-And more!
HUMAN
RESOURCES
-Talent acquisition
-Talent development
-Employee relations
-Benefits and compensation
-Facilities and
maintenance
SALES AND MARKETING
-The voice of Americo
-Sales development
-Partnerships with agents and IMOs
-Agent support call center
CORPORATE FINANCE
-Corporate accounting
-Tax accounting
-Investments
-A/R and A/P
-Internal controls
At Americo, we understand how overwhelming the hiring process can seem. Our skilled Talent Acquisition team strives for clarity and transparency so you know what to expect!
Our Step Recruitment Process
5
Application
Candidates apply to our outstanding openings.
Phone Screen
Talent Acquisition connects with select candidates for an introductory phone screen.
Assessments
We use a series of tools to evaluate skills for the best fit.
Interview
Hiring managers choose to interview candidates in-person or virtually.
Offer
The offer is extended!
In addition to the cash compensation that you receive, we also provide several benefits to you as an associate.
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Great Benefits = Great Work
PTO & LEAVE
-All new hires earn 4+ weeks of
paid time off
-Hours accrue upon hire
-11 paid holidays annually
-Bereavement
-Jury Duty
-10 weeks paid maternity leave
-Short-term and long-term disability
PTO & lEAVE
INSURANCE
INSURANCE
-PPO and high deductible options
-Telehealth service
-Prescription drug coverage plan
-Dental plan
-Vision service plan
-Second opinion services
-FSA and HSA options
-Complementary and supplemental
life insurance
hEALTH &
WELL-BEING
HEALTH & WELL-BEING
-Wellness program
-Employee Assistance Program
-Mental health support
-Annual health screenings
-On-site flu shots
-Gym membership subsidies
-Non-smoking campus
BONUS
PROGRAM
We reward associates who meet and surpass goals twice a year. We typically exceed our bonus payout targets, and 99% of associates receive a cash bonus.
BONUS PROGRAM
WORKPLACE
FLEXIBILITY
WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY
-Flexible or hybrid work options available
-Staggered start times
-Business casual attire
-40-hour work week
FUTURE
pLANNING
future planning
-401(k) plan with company match
-Child care and education tax credits or savings options
-Tuition reimbursement
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
-Hope Lodge
-Rose Brooks Center
-United Way
-Ronald McDonald House
-KC Pet Project
-Harvester’s
-Cristo Rey Kansas City
Along with company donations, Americo associates donate their money and time to local organizations, including:
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Associate Testimonials
Beginning with the new hire experience and throughout an associate’s career at Americo, all talent development offerings are designed to help employees succeed in their roles and grow in their careers.
We empower associates to take control of their development journey, and our in-house Talent Development team offers a holistic approach to help individuals, teams, and the organization succeed.
GROWING YOUR CAREER
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Our Team
Our Company
Our History
Our Ideal Client
Our Proven Success
Our Team
Our parent company, Americo Life, Inc., is one of the largest, independent, privately held insurance holding companies in the United States.
Rated “A” (Excellent) by A.M. Best!
A.M. Best rating for Americo Financial Life and Annuity Insurance Company (Americo), October 2021. Americo Financial Life and Annuity Insurance Company has a financial strength rating of A (Excellent, 3rd out of 15 rating categories.) A.M. Best’s rating is assigned after a comprehensive quantitative and qualitative evaluation of a company’s balance sheet strength, operating performance, and business profile. A.M. Best uses a scale of 15 ratings, ranging from “A++” to “F.”
Our parent company, Americo Life, Inc., is one of the largest, independent, privately held insurance holding companies in the United States.
Rated “A” (Excellent) by A.M. Best!
Our Proven Success
Our Company
Our History
Career Pathways
Our Proven Success
Through our mentorship program, LINK (Learning, Inspiring, Networking, Knowing), we pair associates with their peers for a symbiotic and formal mentor relationship. Over six months, associates meet monthly and follow conversation guides to begin the development process. Following the end of the program, associates are encouraged to maintain the mentor relationship outside the structured format. LINK helps our employees connect across departments, and it encourages them to grow and learn from one another.
LINK Mentorship Program
Learning & Development
Industry-Based Education
LINK Mentorship Program
Custom Development Plans
LOMA (Life Office Management Association) is an internationally-celebrated training and development program for the insurance industry. Americo offers LOMA training to each of its part-time and full-time associates. This education system gives associates the opportunity to earn “designations” at their own pace to help them grow in their careers. This program is administered through a web-based learning system, offering courses on insurance, accounting, marketing, information systems, finance, law, and management.
Industry-Based Education
Learning & Development
Industry-Based Education
LINK Mentorship Program
Custom Development Plans
-Instructor-led sessions
-One-on-one coaching sessions
-Leadership development cohorts
-Departmental technical training
-Cross-departmental job shadows
-Web-based video learning options
Learning & Development
Learning & Development
Industry-Based Education
LINK Mentorship Program
Custom Development Plans
Additionally, management-level training is provided
to help our leadership group grow the unique skillsets they need to help their associates reach their full potential.
WORKING IN
KANSAS CITY
-Our newly renovated offices are conveniently located in downtown Kansas City, within walking distance to your favorite restaurants and attractions.
-Discounted tickets to:
-Worlds of Fun
-Starlight Theatre
-Kansas City Ballet
-Nelson-Atkins Art Gallery
-Renaissance Festival
-Complimentary paid parking near our offices
WORKING IN KANSAS CITY
THE FUN
STUFF
-Americo Night at the K
-Summer concert
-A legendary holiday party
-Annual holiday gifts
-Pop-up events with local vendors
-Kansas City Corporate Challenge
THE FUN STUFF
Our 2022 Summer Interns
Our Internship Program
College Recruiting At UMKC - Spring 2022
Intern Softball Showdown - Summer 2022
- Applicants must be enrolled in a college or university or be a
recent graduate.
Finding the Right Candidtates
What Can I Expect?
Be ready for a robust program that exposes you to real-life work. You’re not going on a coffee run – you’ll work alongside industry professionals that care about your experience. You can even job shadow with other teams to learn more about the company and other opportunities.
In addition to valuable work, you’ll have the chance to interact with your program peers, a “community of interns,” at events like
a Royals game, softball tournament, networking receptions, and more. Plus, we provide customized learning and development opportunities focusing on the skills a young professional needs to be successful.
Join The Americo Team!
Growing Your Career
Along with an emphasis on growth and career development, we embrace a welcoming and helpful company culture that relies on cooperation. Whether you’re new to the industry or an expert with years of experience, we’re ready to support you as you learn the ins and outs of our business. No matter what team you join, you’ll never be far from a professional willing to lend a hand.
If not selected for a role, don’t fret! Our Talent Acquisition team will work with you to find other opportunities if they’re available.
Every employee at Americo has unique skills, goals, and aspirations. That’s why our Custom Development Plans are a great tool to guide associates and help them reach what’s next. Through a six-month, customized learning journey created by Talent Development in partnership with associates and managers, CDPs have tangible tasks to further develop our talent. They lead to new responsibilities, internal transfers, promotions, and more!
Custom Development Plans
Learning & Development
Industry-Based Education
LINK Mentorship Program
Custom Development Plans
- Our program is open to applicants no matter their year in school.
We want talent at any age!
- We’re also open to any majors as you look to explore a professional
career. We target finance, accounting, business, marketing, and IT
majors, but we’ve had interns from a variety of backgrounds.
- Selected interns must commit to a 10 to 12-week program starting
in May.
Are you a recent graduate or seasoned professional looking to make a change?
If you’re ready to dive into a new career, check out our open positions that align with your skills and interests.
Americo Life, Inc.
1055 Broadway Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64105
Americo offers a wide array of career opportunities to meet your specific skill sets and interests. Make sure to check out our wide array of departments to explore a wealth of career options.
Career Pathways
Our Company
Our History
Our Mission
Core Values
Our Proven Success
Career Pathways
- Megan, Policy Accounting Intern | University of Kansas
“Working for Americo allowed me to expand my professional horizons. I was able to do real work and see how what I was doing impacted my entire team. I would recommend an internship with Americo because they were not only concerned with the work I produced, but they spent a lot of time helping me develop as a young professional.”
- Max, Corporate Finance – Actuary Intern | University of Missouri
“While I really enjoyed the work I did, what I enjoyed the most were the people. Everyone I met was always so nice and willing to help. On my last day in the office, even people I hadn’t directly worked with came to my desk and thanked me for my efforts. It meant a lot knowing everyone cared and wanted me to succeed. The whole company cares and didn’t just look at me as an intern, but as a part of the team to further a goal. I felt like a valued member of the organization.”
Applicants must be enrolled in a college or university or be a recent graduate.
FINDING THE RIGHT CANDIDATES
Be ready for a robust program that exposes you to real-life work. You’re not going on a coffee run – you’ll work alongside industry professionals that care about your experience. You can even job shadow with other teams to learn more about the company and other opportunities.
WHAT CAN i EXPECT?
Candidacy
Details
Our Internship Program
Our program is open to applicants no matter their year in school – we want talent at any age!
Many interns continue to work remotely once they return to school, and they’ll often come back to the program year after year, eventually landing a full-time position.
Selected interns must commit to a 10 to 12-week program starting in May or June.
In addition to valuable work, you’ll have the chance to interact with your program peers, a “community of interns,” at events like a Royals game, softball tournament, networking receptions, and more. Plus, we provide customized learning and development opportunities focusing on the skills a young professional needs to be successful.
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We’re also open to any majors as you look to explore a professional career. We target finance, accounting, business, marketing, and IT majors, but we’ve had interns from a variety of backgrounds.
Internship Program
CLICK HERE to explore all that Kansas City has to offer!
Our Step
Recruitment
Learning &
Development
Industry-Based
Education
LINK Mentorship
Program
Learning &
Development
Industry-Based
Education
LINK Mentorship
Program
Custom Development Plans
Learning &
Development
Industry-Based
Education
LINK Mentorship
Program
Custom Development Plans
Learning &
Development
Industry-Based
Education
LINK Mentorship
Program
Custom Development Plans
OPEN POSITIONS
APPLY TODAY!
-Insist on excellence
and quality in
everything we do.
Core Values
Our Company
Our History
Our Mission
Core Values
Our Proven Success
Career Pathways
-Promote openness
and forthrightness in
our communication.
-Foster integrity and
mutual respect in our
dealings with others.
-Promote continuous
improvement and embrace
the opportunity it creates.
-Accept accountability
and reward success.
-Stretch in everything
we do without fear of
failure.
Our Primary Markets
-Mortgage Term
-Final Expense
-Annuities
Departments & Multiple Career Paths
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Our Mission
Our Company
Our History
Our Mission
Core Values
Our Success
Career Pathways
Insurance Companies
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Ranked in Forbes 2022
Transparency In Coverage
Transparency In Coverage
This link leads to the machine readable files that are made available in response to the federal Transparency in Coverage Rule and includes negotiated service rates and out-of-network allowed amounts between health plans and healthcare providers. The machine-readable files are formatted to allow researchers, regulators, and application developers to more easily access and analyze data.
https://www.cigna.com/legal/compliance/machine-readable-files
Transparency In Coverage
This link leads to the machine readable files that are made available in response to the federal Transparency in Coverage Rule and includes negotiated service rates and out-of-network allowed amounts between health plans and healthcare providers. The machine-readable files are formatted to allow researchers, regulators, and application developers to more easily access and analyze data.
https://www.cigna.com/legal/compliance/machine-readable-files
Associates
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Insurance Companies
Featured Positions:
Hot jobs alert! Americo has many exciting employment opportunities, but the following roles have been selected by our recruiting team to highlight as feautured positions.
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FEATURED ROLES
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Medical Plan
-PPO and high deductible options
-Prescription drug coverage plan
-Dental plan
-Vision service plan
-PinnacleCare second opinion services
-Telehealth
-FSA and HSA options
Medical Plan
-PPO and high deductible options
-Prescription drug coverage plan
-Dental plan
-Vision service plan
-PinnacleCare second opinion services
-Telehealth
-FSA and HSA options
Watch this video that summarizes how you can map your road at Americo!
CAREER PATHING AT AMERICO
Associate Spotlight
Brandon Burns started his Americo career as an intern in the Actuarial Department and has grown into an outstanding leader, teammate, and mentor. Always willing to lend a helping hand, Brandon currently leads the Actuarial Transformation Project, which will take the department to new heights. He said,” Everyone is super willing to learn and improve; there are no walls. And no one says we can’t change.” We’re excited to see what the future holds for Brandon as he continues his Americo journey. Thank you for all you do!
Brandon Burns
Mary Fordham is a valued Senior Investment Accountant here at Americo. With a love for spreadsheets and improving processes, she uses her creativity to solve problems and deliver excellent work. Outside of an affinity for numbers, Mary doesn’t fit the stereotypical accountant mold, though she’s valued in the department for her willingness to help others. She’s truly someone who lives life to the fullest, which includes hobbies like music and roller derby, and she’s constantly learning something new. We’ve been lucky to have her at Americo for almost 20 years, and we can’t wait to see what she does next.
Mary Fordham
Fred Phillips, Special Markets Administrator, is a go-to for many around Americo. He started at the company right after graduation and never looked back. These days, Fred stays busy managing multiple projects, supporting Operations, connecting with vendors, and more. Fred enjoys Americo for many reasons. “I’ve been here for 26 years because of the tremendous stability that Americo offers. I also appreciate that it’s a family-owned company, which is a bigger deal than most people realize. I feel like Americo and the company’s ownership truly care about the employees.” We’ve been lucky to have Fred’s expertise here at Americo for 26 years – here’s to many more!
Fred Phillips
We have so many amazing associates at Americo, and we like to recognize their talents and accomplishments. Take a sneak peek at a few recent features below.
Watch this video that summarizes how you can map your road at Americo!
CAREER PATHING AT AMERICO
Associate Spotlight
Hover over each name to read more!
Brandon Burns started his Americo career as an intern in the Actuarial Department and has grown into an outstanding leader, teammate, and mentor. Always willing to lend a helping hand, Brandon currently leads the Actuarial Transformation Project, which will take the department to new heights. He said,” Everyone is super willing to learn and improve; there are no walls. And no one says we can’t change.” We’re excited to see what the future holds for Brandon as he continues his Americo journey. Thank you for all you do!
Brandon
Mary Fordham is a valued Senior Investment Accountant here at Americo. With a love for spreadsheets and improving processes, she uses her creativity to solve problems and deliver excellent work. Outside of an affinity for numbers, Mary doesn’t fit the stereotypical accountant mold, though she’s valued in the department for her willingness to help others. She’s truly someone who lives life to the fullest, which includes hobbies like music and roller derby, and she’s constantly learning something new. We’ve been lucky to have her at Americo for almost 20 years, and we can’t wait to see what she does next.
Mary
Fred Phillips, Special Markets Administrator, is a go-to for many around Americo. He started at the company right after graduation and never looked back. These days, Fred stays busy managing multiple projects, supporting Operations, connecting with vendors, and more. Fred enjoys Americo for many reasons. “I’ve been here for 26 years because of the tremendous stability that Americo offers. I also appreciate that it’s a family-owned company, which is a bigger deal than most people realize. I feel like Americo and the company’s ownership truly care about the employees.” We’ve been lucky to have Fred’s expertise here at Americo for 26 years – here’s to many more!
Fred
- Courtney | Compliance Intern | University of Nebraska – Lincoln
This opportunity was the perfect balance between working on things I showed an interest in and getting outside of my comfort zone by overcoming challenges. Although doing hands-on projects within my Department was valuable, what I appreciated most was getting the opportunity to learn with other young professionals about mentorship, personal branding, presenting with confidence, networking, and other relevant topics. As an intern, I felt like the entirety of the Company cared about me and wanted to see me succeed.”
- Carlo | Corporate Finance Intern | University of Missouri
“During my time at Americo, I really got a glimpse of how many possible career paths there are in the world. The people at Americo were extremely friendly and always went out of their way to shake my hand and have a conversation with me even though I would only be here a couple months. The ability to impact other people’s lives with your hard work made this internship a fulfilling experience, and I would definitely recommend this internship to friends and other students.”
- Courtney | Compliance Intern | University of Nebraska – Lincoln
“This opportunity was the perfect balance between working on things I showed an interest in and getting outside of my comfort zone by overcoming challenges. Although doing hands-on projects within my Department was valuable, what I appreciated most was getting the opportunity to learn with other young professionals about mentorship, personal branding, presenting with confidence, networking, and other relevant topics. As an intern, I felt like the entirety of the Company cared about me and wanted to see me succeed.”
- Carlo | Corporate Finance Intern | University of Missouri
“During my time at Americo, I really got a glimpse of how many possible career paths there are in the world. The people at Americo were extremely friendly and always went out of their way to shake my hand and have a conversation with me even though I would only be here a couple months. The ability to impact other people’s lives with your hard work made this internship a fulfilling experience, and I would definitely recommend this internship to friends and other students.”