Job description
Workforce Benefits (WFB) Product Managementis seeking a product leader to help drive growth across our digital ecosystem. This role will lead strategy, execution, and team development in support of Symetra’s long-term goals.
About the role
In this role, you will define and lead enterprise product strategy and vision. You will evolve our product operating model, establish consistent practices, and ensure alignment across product portfolios.
You will use customer insights, market data, and performance outcomes to guide investment decisions, prioritize work, and deliver measurable value. This role also plays a key part in aligning teams, driving execution, and supporting long-term growth.
What You will Do
Enterprise Product Strategy & Vision:
Define and lead enterprise product strategy aligned with business objectives
Set priorities, success measures, and investment focus across portfolios
Ensure strategy is informed by customer insights, research, and market trends
Translate strategy into clear portfolio plans, sequencing, and execution expectations
Allocate and adjust investments based on performance, customer outcomes, and priorities
Evolve the product operating model, including governance and planning processes
Lead regular portfolio reviews and adjust direction as needed
Ensure consistent delivery of customer and business value.
Enterprise Planning & Leadership:
Lead planning and prioritization cycles to align strategy, funding, and capacity
Coordinate cross-portfolio initiatives, including dependencies and sequencing
Ensure initiatives are delivered on time and achieve intended outcomes
Align stakeholders and resolve conflicts related to priorities, funding, and resources.
Executive Stakeholder Leadership:
Build strong relationships with senior leaders across the organization
Communicate product strategy, performance, risks, and tradeoffs clearly
Lead executive discussions on prioritization and investment decisions
Represent product strategy in executive and board-level conversations
Manage key external partner and vendor relationships.
Organizational Transformation & Innovation:
Lead transformation of product practices, operating models, and team capabilities
Identify and address inefficiencies to improve delivery and outcomes
Establish standards for discovery, delivery, measurement, and governance
Develop and grow a high-performing product organization
Encourage innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement.
Why Work at Symetra
Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:
“If you want to work for a company that is always considering its employees while working towards sustainable growth this is that company. Within Symetra, there is always innovation, empowerment, and growth opportunities, all while providing us with a great work/life balance and incredible benefits for a very reasonable cost!” - Cindy J. G., Sr. Product Owner
"Symetra will spoil you. There aren't many companies that will put as much effort into you being a success as Symetra. The culture will challenge you but simultaneously put you at ease. Failure is seen as integral to the learning process so there is less reason to be fearful of it." - Kerry S., Sr. Systems Analyst
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 ourSymetra Benefits Overview
Compensation
Salary Range: $188,500 - $314,100 plus eligibility for annual bonus program and long-term incentive plan
Who You Are
10+ years of experience in digital product management required
5+ years of experience leading and developing teams required
Experience in workforce benefits, financial services and/or insurance required
Experience working in agile environments
Strong understanding of product delivery, system implementations, and continuous improvement
Familiarity with Agile, Lean Startup, or SAFe methodologies
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels
Curious and adaptable, with an interest in emerging technologies
High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree or higher preferred
Ability to travel occasionally
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:
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.
Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:
As a remote-first organization committed to providing 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
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.