IA Financial Group

Product Owner

IA Financial Group$80K — $100K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or similar role.
  • Deep knowledge of Agile frameworks such as Scrum, SAFe, and Kanban.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration abilities.
  • Solid understanding of IT concepts relevant to product development.
  • Customer-focused mindset with the ability to anticipate and manage user needs.
  • Demonstrated leadership and strategic vision as a change agent.
  • Intermediate English proficiency for effective daily communication.

Responsibilities

  • Define and communicate the product vision aligned with user needs.
  • Manage and prioritize the product backlog, including user stories and defects.
  • Assess needs based on value, risks, and stakeholder expectations.
  • Collaborate with the development team and participate in Agile ceremonies.
  • Ensure product deliverables meet acceptance criteria and quality standards.
  • Liaise with stakeholders to gather needs and manage expectations.
  • Support decision-making using data and user feedback.
  • Monitor product performance and adjust strategies based on KPIs.

Benefits

  • Dynamic learning and development opportunities.
  • Inclusive work environment fostering personal expression.
  • Hybrid work model with access to innovative workspaces.
  • Flexible group insurance and competitive pension plan.
  • Employee wellness initiatives including personal development days and telemedicine access.
  • Performance bonuses and discounts on company products.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Product Owner, you will play a key role in the organization's digital transformation by maximizing the value delivered by the development team and ensuring strong alignment between business needs, users, and development teams.

This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

What you'll accomplish with us
As a Product Owner, you'll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:
• Define the product vision by setting objectives aligned with user needs and strategic directions, and communicate it to teams and stakeholders
• Manage the product backlog by creating, structuring, and prioritizing user stories, defects, and enhancements
• Prioritize needs based on value, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations
• Collaborate closely with the development team by clarifying requirements and participating in Agile ceremonies
• Validate deliverables by ensuring acceptance criteria, user expectations, and quality standards are met
• Act as the main liaison with stakeholders by gathering needs, managing expectations, and communicating progress
• Support decision-making by leveraging data and user feedback
• Monitor product performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and adjust the product strategy accordingly.

What could accelerate your success in this role
We're looking for someone who:
• Is known for their experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or in a similar role
• Stands out for their strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban)
• Demonstrates excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
• Is recognized for their understanding of IT concepts
• Has a strong customer focus and is able to anticipate and manage needs to ensure optimal satisfaction
• Is distinguished by their leadership, strategic vision, and ability to act as a change agent
• Is able to work under pressure, prioritize effectively, and manage stress
• Demonstrates curiosity, autonomy, a solution-oriented approach, and is recognized as a team player
• Intermediate level of English proficiency, as the role involves daily communication via email and Teams with English-speaking external partners, as well as with developers who are primarily unilingual English speakers.

Why you'll love working with us
  • A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence.
  • A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed.
  • The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.
  • Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!


Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs!

Still unsure about applying?

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply - your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!

Location(s)
Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s)
Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue

Company
Industrial Alliance, Auto and Home Insurance Inc.

Posting End Date
2026-07-10

About IA Financial Group

IA Financial Group is a Canadian insurance and financial services company. The company offers a wide range of products and services including life and health insurance, mutual funds, securities, auto and home insurance, mortgages, and loans. IA Financial Group has been in business for over 125 years and has over 5,500 employees. The company is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. IA Financial Group is also committed to giving back to the community and has a strong corporate social responsibility program.
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