Product Manager

Join a growing, fast-moving Product Management team to help shape product strategy and drive business growth. You will lead cross-functional partners across distribution, actuarial, IT, operations, training and sales management to turn market intelligence, customer insights and financial analysis into product decisions you recommend, defend and see through to market. We are looking for a curious, experienced, and self-directed product professional who seeks out opportunities that matter most to the business, evaluates them through a business case lens, and brings a well-supported recommendation to discussions where decisions are made. This role will have influence and contribute directly to the future growth of the organization. This role leads across the full product lifecycle, including identifying product needs, developing new products and enhancing existing ones, designing and writing product specifications, developing business cases, analyzing market and competitive intelligence, leading product development and launch planning, directing the creation of product training and support materials, and improving the processes that enable our product strategy. The role typical leads projects of moderate to high complexity. About the role We are looking for a collaborative professional who brings both an analytical and creative mindset to the team. The ideal candidate is comfortable working through ambiguity, asking thoughtful questions, developing evidence-based recommendations, taking end-to-end ownership of complex initiatives from discovery through launch, and coaching less-experienced colleagues along the way. We pride ourselves on developing and delivering competitive solutions grounded in integrity and customer value. We value people who embrace creativity and continuous improvement, take ownership of outcomes, and help create a culture in which everyone is empowered to succeed. What you will do Represent the Product department on projects of moderate to high complexity, working independently and seeking guidance when needed. Lead discovery with the Product team and cross-functional stakeholders, defining success measures, evaluating opportunities, and determining the priority and expected impact of product features and enhancements. Own product recommendations and business cases, supported by evidence-based analysis, including opportunity sizing, trend analysis, adoption analysis, financial analysis, and outcome modelling. Serve as the recognized product expert across the organization, answering technical product questions from wholesalers, brokers and customers. Evaluate opportunities to use analytics, insights, and recommendations within the product to create value for customers, distribution partners, and the business. Communicate clearly with stakeholders, turning complex analysis into simple, persuasive narratives and practical next steps. Monitor competitor, industry, and market trends to provide context for product performance, customer expectations, and strategic decision-making. Support portfolio-level decision-making by providing leadership with insight-led reporting and recommendations related to product, customer, enterprise, and market performance. Lead product development, implementation, and launch activities, including overseeing technical product research and directing the creation and distribution of product training and support materials. Champion opportunities to apply AI to strengthen product outcomes and team effectiveness. Who You Are Bachelor's degree in business or a quantitative field or equivalent in work experience Strong understanding of life insurance products and market Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, solve complex problems, and translate findings into actionable business recommendations Strong project management, organizational, and execution skills with a focus on process improvement and attention to detail Experience in presenting recommendations to peers; additional experience delivering presentations to Senior Management preferred, but not required Organization and time management skills to focus on what matters Intellectually curious to explore the "why" before starting to solution Able to work effectively in a collaborative remote team environment Nice to Haves Prior experience with business cases Prior experience within innovation Prior experience with AI Why Work at Symetra

• Symetra is a great place if you are looking for the opportunity to contribute, to grow, to be seen and valued." Vernell K. - Auditor
• We're big enough to make an impact on the country, but small enough to care and know who you are and what you're contributing to the organization. All new ideas are welcome!" Stephanie F. - VP Customer Service & Operations

What we offer you Benefits and Perks We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home. Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6% Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview Compensation Salary Range: $106,400 - $177,300 plus eligibility for annual bonus program Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements: As a remote-first organization with a cameras-on culture, reliable internet connectivity is important to how we connect, collaborate, and serve our customers. To support a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection: Minimum Internet Speed: 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband." Internet Type: Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL. Not Permissible: Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up. When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above. Identity Verification Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity. Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in: Disqualification from the recruitment process Withdrawal of a job offer Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered We empower inclusion At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here. Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom. For more information about our careers visit careers Work Authorization Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

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