Product Manager, Workers Compensation

CNA Insurance

. Partner with business owners to define, maintain, and communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmap .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $97,000 - $189,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Product Management within the Commercial Insurance industry, with a strong focus on Workers’ Compensation, Agile methodologies, and strategic planning. Capable of leading teams, developing product roadmaps, and translating business objectives into actionable plans.

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Product ManagementWorkers’ Compensation ExperienceAgile MethodologiesLeadership and MentoringUnderwriting and Operations Processes

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Hard Skills

Product Roadmap DevelopmentRequirements GatheringAcceptance Criteria DevelopmentChange ManagementDefect ResolutionStrategic PlanningAI-Enabled Capabilities EvaluationPortfolio ManagementRelease ManagementStakeholder Relationship Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsConflict ResolutionFacilitation SkillsPresentation SkillsAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFe PO/PMCSPOPSPO

Industry Keywords

Commercial InsuranceP&C Lines of BusinessNCCIIndependent Rating Bureau RulesOperational Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with business owners to define, maintain, and communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmap
Own product outcomes and translate strategic objectives into prioritized plans and investments
Support the Workers’ Compensation line of business through system enhancements, maintenance activities, and operational support
Manage a portfolio spanning large-scale initiatives, regulatory changes, enhancements, and defect resolution
Collaborate with business stakeholders, solution architects, and delivery teams to identify needs and define requirements
Develop and communicate prioritized product roadmaps and backlogs
Develop detailed requirements and acceptance criteria
Partner with system architects to prioritize architecture work
Provide strategic insights to help development teams with sizing
Participate in release management and solution validation
Prioritize system defects and user feedback with application support teams
Support change management, training, and communication needs
Provide leadership, mentoring, coaching, and development support to Product Owners
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of three years’ experience working within the Commercial insurance industry
Eight years’ experience as a Product Manager, Senior Product Owner, Product Owner, or similar role
Deep knowledge of Underwriting and Operations processes
Experience with multiple P&C lines of business
Workers’ Compensation experience, including familiarity with NCCI and independent rating bureau rules and regulations
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent work experience
Typically a minimum of ten years of related work experience, preferably as a Product Manager, Product Owner or equivalent role
Successful track record with Agile methodologies
Applicable certifications preferred: SAFe PO/PM, CSPO or PSPO
Experience evaluating, piloting, or scaling AI-enabled capabilities
Ability to transform circulars, bulletins, meeting notes, and e-mails into detailed requirements
Proven ability to coach, develop, mentor and inspire a team
Proven ability to think strategically and develop plans and roadmaps
Strong conflict resolution, facilitation, and stakeholder relationship skills
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail
Strong leadership and management skills
Growth mindset and willingness to leverage emerging AI capabilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
Benefits supporting physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities