Lead Associate - Group Benefits Product Management

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Associate - Group Benefits Product Management based in United States.

This role offers the opportunity to lead the strategy, development, and optimization of complex Group Benefits products within a dynamic employee benefits environment. The position plays a key role in shaping product direction across Life, Disability, and Paid Family and Medical Leave solutions. You will drive initiatives from concept through implementation, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver market-leading solutions. The role combines strategic thinking, regulatory expertise, analytical insight, and strong execution capabilities. You will influence product growth, operational scalability, and customer-focused innovation across multiple markets. This is an impactful opportunity for an experienced product leader to help build and evolve solutions that support financial protection and wellbeing.

Accountabilities:: Lead the complete product lifecycle for Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Statutory Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) products, including market expansion, enhancements, renewals, and optimization.

Drive product strategy, design, positioning, and go-to-market plans to support business growth and competitive differentiation.

Translate regulatory changes and state-level legislative requirements into actionable product, operational, and technology strategies.

Partner with compliance, legal, and filing teams to develop and execute product filings and regulatory strategies.

Establish product governance, standardization, and scalable processes while ensuring alignment with market and regulatory needs.

Analyze product performance using financial, operational, and market data to identify opportunities for improvement and growth.

Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Actuarial, Underwriting, Claims, Operations, Finance, and Technology teams to ensure successful product development and implementation.

Serve as a subject matter expert for Group Benefits products, providing strategic guidance, internal education, and business enablement support.

Leverage analytics, research, and AI-enabled tools to improve product insights, decision-making, and innovation.

Oversee operational readiness for product launches, including system requirements, testing, process improvements, and stakeholder training.

Mentor junior team members and contribute to broader product strategy initiatives.

Represent the product function in discussions with industry organizations, consultants, and external partners.

Requirements:

15+ years of experience in product management within the insurance or employee benefits industry, with strong expertise in Group Benefits products and multi-state regulatory environments.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.

Deep knowledge of Group Life, AD&D, Disability, and Statutory PFML products, industry practices, and market trends.

Proven experience managing complex product initiatives from strategy through execution and launch.

Strong understanding of product filings, regulatory interpretation, and compliance requirements.

Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment in highly matrixed, cross-functional environments.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills with the ability to translate insights into business decisions.

Advanced project management capabilities, including experience with agile methodologies and collaboration tools.

Strong written, verbal, communication, and executive presentation skills.

Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver results with limited oversight.

Experience collaborating with external partners such as consultants, research firms, and third-party providers.

Experience launching products on new administrative or digital platforms, including requirements gathering, testing, and implementation support.

Ability to travel approximately 10–15% as needed.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

Mental health benefits and employee assistance programs supporting overall wellbeing.

Paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability coverage, and additional paid leave programs.

Retirement benefits including pension contributions and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.

Healthcare account contributions and financial wellness resources.

Employee wellbeing programs with opportunities to earn rewards.

Flexible remote work environment supporting work-life balance.

Inclusive workplace culture focused on employee growth, wellbeing, and professional development.

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