Associate Product Manager
Location
United States
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
$123K - $153.7K / year
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Associate Product Manager
Root Insurance Agency
• Drive results - develop, enhance and maintain the auto product in assigned states; methodically set rate levels, customize franchise products, inform underwriting decisions, manage state idiosyncrasy, and pursue project timelines to achieve profitable growth • Analyze performance - develop reporting and maintain awareness of key performance indicators as they develop in assigned states, escalating concerns and recommending adjustments as required; provide and socialize analytical expertise across the broader state management team • Navigate the competitive landscape - understand emerging market trends, competitor products, customer needs, and regulatory requirements • Manage external relationships - manage relationships with Departments of Insurance and other stakeholders during filings, market conduct exams, and as we refine and advance our insurance products • Collaborate across organization - establish relationships with marketing, claims, underwriting, and distribution teams to ensure productive outcomes for those functions within assigned markets; keep key stakeholders informed regarding status of notable initiatives
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; professional designations related to insurance are a plus
- Hands-on experience with analytical techniques to assess data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights; familiarity with SQL-based data analysis preferred
- 3+ years of experience in the insurance industry, preferably in product management, underwriting, analytics or a related role within personal lines insurance
- Relentless focus on business outcomes
- Mental flexibility to understand and leverage Root’s data-science-driven and technology-forward culture
- Ability to communicate effectively across functions, concisely summarizing conclusions from technical analysis
- Thrives in a fast-paced work environment, prioritizing and executing on the most critical projects.
Benefits
- work where it works best
- support you working in whatever location that works best for you across the US
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