Strategic IT Product Director - Underwriting

CNA Insurance; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Toronto is seeking a Consulting Director for IT Product Management to own the product roadmap, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive strategic objectives. The ideal candidate has at least twelve years of related experience, strong leadership skills, and an understanding of Agile methodologies. This role influences significant decisions impacting the company’s success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of twelve years of experience in product management.
• Experience in complex insurance or finance solutions.
• Proven track record with Agile and Design Thinking methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Owns the product roadmap aligned with business strategy.
• Develops Agile Program Vision, Backlog, and Program Increment Roadmap.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to decompose initiatives into work efforts.

Skills

Lean-Agile Mindset

Technical knowledge in insurance

Strategic thinking

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Master's preferred

Tools

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

SAFe PO/PM Certification

Job description

A leading insurance company in Toronto is seeking a Consulting Director for IT Product Management to own the product roadmap, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive strategic objectives. The ideal candidate has at least twelve years of related experience, strong leadership skills, and an understanding of Agile methodologies. This role influences significant decisions impacting the company’s success.