Insurance Product Owner P&C - Toronto, Canada - Cognizant Technology Solutions

Description

Product Owner P&C

At Cognizant, our global community sets us apart—an energetic, collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. And with projects at the forefront of innovation, you can build a varied, rewarding career and draw inspiration from dedicated colleagues and leaders. Cognizant is right where you belong.

Role overview

We are seeking a seasoned professional with demonstrated ability in Property & Casualty (P&C) commercial lines insurance consulting, focusing on the Canadian markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engagement execution, program management, and business development within this sector.

What you'll do

• Lead consulting engagements, identifying problems and translating engagement objectives into defined scopes and executable tasks for team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to form problem statements and develop solutions
• Apply comprehensive understanding of core P&C personal and commercial lines insurance products to drive transformation programs.
• Work with COTS platforms such as Guidewire and/or Duck Creek to implement innovative solutions and optimize business processes.
• Develop business cases, roadmaps, and present summary recommendations, including relevant people, process, and technology solutions.
• Lead transformation programs, coordinating multiple teams and practices within the organization to ensure successful project delivery.

What you bring to the role

• 8-12 years of experience in P&C commercial lines insurance consulting in Canada
• Proven track record of working on transformation programs in areas such as underwriting, claims, and agent/broker facing capabilities.
• Experience working with COTS platforms, specifically Guidewire and/or Duck Creek.
• Strong engagement execution and program management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, insurance, or a related field (preferred).
• Certification in project management or insurance (e.g., CPCU, CIC) is a plus.

What we offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefitsto support you and your eligible dependents —from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

Working arrangements

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at