Group Disability and Leave Product Manager
About The Position
Securian is building a new Disability & Leave product line. The Group Disability and Leave Product Manager will lead the development, launch, and management of Securian’s D&L product portfolio. The role owns the product vision and roadmap, aligning product design, service capabilities, and customer and distribution experiences with market needs and Securian’s strategic objectives. The Product Manager works across actuarial, underwriting, operations, technology, sales, distribution, marketing, legal, compliance, and other functions to turn product strategy into market-ready solutions. The position is accountable for measurable business and operational outcomes, including successful launches, competitive positioning, growth, customer retention, and ongoing product performance. The role is open to local and remote candidates. Associates who live within a commutable distance of the St. Paul Home Office follow a hybrid schedule; those outside that distance may be eligible to work virtually. The internal title is Business Development Sr. Consultant.
Requirements
- Recent Group Disability and Leave product management experience, ideally in the large case market.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage teams, facilitate discussion, advocate for product strategy, influence and negotiate with business and corporate areas, and resolve conflict.
- Robust problem-solving skills to remove barriers and drive results.
- Ability to use financial, operational, customer, and market information to evaluate product performance and inform strategic decisions.
- Self-motivation and flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and schedules, handle multiple issues simultaneously, and manage stressful situations.
- Leadership skills to build credibility, earn respect, and influence and persuade in a matrix environment.
- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers and stakeholders.
- Broad understanding of financial management principles and ability to apply them to fiscally sound and responsible decisions.
- Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives and achieve results within a matrixed organization.
Nice To Haves
- Competitor analysis
- Consulting
- Data analysis
- Influencing
- Leadership
- Market opportunity assessment
- Primary market research
- Product development
- Sales strategy development
- Strategic thinking
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day management of the group Disability and Leave product offerings.
- Use understanding of market position and trends to support decisions about future innovation.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and analyze needs, constraints, risks, and alignment with organizational strategy and priorities.
- Create product strategy that incorporates customer needs, strategic priorities, and regulatory updates.
- Develop and execute a product roadmap focused on measurable outcomes, and regularly share progress with stakeholders and the team.
- Lead cross-functional development and internal implementation of new Group Disability and Leave products and features, including service standards, functionality, and state or municipal plans.
- Collaborate with internal partners to develop and maintain training and education programs that build Group Disability and Leave knowledge across the organization.
- Support development of product education, sales enablement, and market-facing materials for associates and distribution partners.
- Represent Securian’s Group Disability and Leave expertise with clients, distribution partners, industry organizations, and at relevant industry events as appropriate.
Benefits
- Flexible paid time off, with additional PTO based on length of service.
- Flexible leave programs for parental leave, caregiver leave, bereavement, and military leave.
- Nine company-paid holidays.
- Company-funded pension plan.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions tied to company performance, up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for associates and eligible family members, effective from the first day of employment.
- Paid volunteer time, company-sponsored volunteer events, and a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program.
- Associate Resource Groups.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
