Assistant Vice President - Product Management - Remote

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Assistant Vice President - Product Management!

About the role

In this role, you will drive the execution of key strategic initiatives that support Symetra's digital experiences ensuring alignment with Symetra's broader product vision and objectives. Working closely with the VP of Product Management, you will oversee delivery teams, optimize processes, and enhance operational effectiveness. You will collaborate with other Product Managers, Engineering, and Operations to manage product and capabilities that support Symetra's digital experience.

What you will do

• Support the execution of Symetra's product strategy by leading initiatives that align with business priorities for the digital experience.
• Collaborate closely with the VP of Product Management and other product managers to ensure successful delivery of product enhancements, integrations, and new features.
• Oversee day-to-day execution within agile teams, ensuring project milestones and deliverables are met.
• Enhance operational processes to improve product delivery efficiency
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, design, planning, and business stakeholders to optimize product development cycles.
• Identify risks and dependencies in product execution and propose solutions to ensure continuous improvement.
• Engage in iterative product improvements through customer research, hypothesis-driven testing, and data analysis.
• Support portfolio management by tracking key performance indicators and reporting progress to leadership.
• Drive collaboration with vendors and external partners to ensure alignment with Symetra's strategic goals.
• Main point of contact for Vendor communication and feedback.

Why Work at Symetra

Here's what some of our employees have to say about why they 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 Strategic 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: $137,500 - $229,200 plus eligibility for annual bonus program and long-term incentive plan

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of experience as a Product Manager representing business needs, priorities and technical solutions.
• Experience working in agile delivery teams required.
• 2 years within the financial services and/or insurance industry preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of leading teams through system implementations or continuous improvements.
• Proficient with relevant delivery methodologies, Agile, Lean Startup, or SAFe.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Adept prioritization, project, and deadline management skills.
• Competence in assessing risk.
• Some travel required.

Travel:

Required Training & Professional Development
All newly hired people leaders with direct reports are required to complete a comprehensive leadership development program within their first year. This program includes both virtual and in-person training. The in-person sessions will take place at Symetra's corporate headquarters in Bellevue, Washington. Symetra covers all travel and accommodation expenses.

Reasonable Accommodations
Symetra is committed to providing equitable access to all job-related responsibilities, including required travel. If reasonable accommodations are needed for travel, Symetra's HR department will work to provide appropriate solutions in alignment with individual needs and company policies.

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: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/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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