CNA Financial Corporation

Senior Product Owner, Insurance Solutions

CNA Financial Corporation$72K — $141K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years as a Product Owner in Operations or Underwriting
  • Experience with insurance or finance products
  • Background in Agile methodologies
  • Familiarity with tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot and Google Gemini

Responsibilities

  • Own and manage a backlog of AI enablement work with clear priorities
  • Design and maintain prompts for Microsoft 365 Copilot and Google Gemini
  • Develop and run structured testing for prompt evaluation
  • Iteratively refine prompts based on feedback and updates
  • Lead cross-functional coordination for technology transitions
  • Develop operational readiness and change management plans
  • Integrate customer insights into operational planning

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package for employee wellbeing
  • Supports physical, financial, emotional, and social wellness
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Hybrid work environment promoting flexibility
Full Job Description
We are looking for an Insurance Operations Senior Product Owner who can drive transformative operational initiatives and deliver business value through generative AI solutions. This role is a hybrid execution position supporting the rollout of generative AI initiatives across business operations. You will serve as the bridge between business stakeholders and delivery teams-intaking and shaping AI use cases, translating needs into clear requirements, developing prompts, and iteratively testing and refining outputs until they are reliable, repeatable, and fit-for-purpose. You will help establish a disciplined prompt lifecycle (design 12 test 12 refine 12 version) and enable end-users through guidance, examples, and adoption assets. Success requires a strong ability to build relationships and communicate effectively across diverse stakeholders across the Operations, Underwriting, IT, and more - fostering collaboration and transparency throughout the product lifecycle. A background in the insurance industry combined with expertise in emerging technologies will set you apart. Familiarity with tools such as Power Automate, Mendix, and Copilot is highly preferred, and experience with Guidewire or similar insurance platforms is a plus. The ideal candidate brings experience with low-code and no-code platforms, as well as AI-driven solutions, to accelerate operational efficiency and innovation. This is an opportunity to lead Operations initiatives that drive business effectiveness in end to end business process through technology, enhance user experiences, and drive complex strategic initiatives. JOB DESCRIPTION: Essential Duties & Responsibilities Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
  • Own, manage, & deliver a backlog of AI enablement work (use cases, prompts, automation components, adoption materials) with clear priorities and acceptance criteria.
  • Design, write, and maintain prompts and prompt templates for Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio (Lite), and Google Gemini.
  • Develop prompt evaluation rubrics and test suites; run structured testing across scenarios and document results.
  • Iteratively refine prompts based on feedback, business rule updates, and model/tool changes; perform regression testing to prevent quality degradation.
  • Create reusable patterns (prompt libraries, prompt chaining, examples) to scale consistent outcomes across teams.
  • Leads cross-functional coordination to ensure that people, processes, and communications are fully aligned for seamless technology transitions.
  • Develops and executes comprehensive operational readiness and change management plans, including stakeholder engagement, process impact assessments, communication strategies, and adoption planning. Proactively identifies gaps or risks across teams and drives quick resolution
  • Leads operational initiatives of medium to large complexity to transform end to end Underwriting and Operational processes, ensuring business needs are translated into clear requirements and that teams remain aligned on scope, priorities, and delivery outcomes. May lead additional programs outside core product work to support evolving organizational needs.
  • Owns and prioritizes operational workstreams, ensuring that activities, decisions, and deliverables align with broader business goals. Defines success criteria, validates outcomes with stakeholders, and ensures that outputs reflect desired value and operational impact.
  • Serves as a leader in continuous improvement, facilitating structured Agile sessions to analyze current-state processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend improvements. Cultivates a culture of constructive challenge, experimentation, and learning to elevate team performance and operational maturity.
  • Leads planning and refinement activities to ensure work is clearly defined, aligned to business value, and decomposed into actionable steps. Partners with technical and business teams to assess feasibility, dependencies, and capacity needs across functions.
  • Integrates customer and user insights into operational planning and execution, ensuring processes, workflows, and deliverables reflect real-world usage and drive measurable improvements in experience and outcomes.
  • Analyzes operational metrics and feedback loops to identify trends, inefficiencies, or opportunities. Recommends process & technology enhancements that increase effectiveness, and support business scalability
  • Inspire and motivate cross-functional teams where the members constructively challenge each other, have a sense of ownership, and advocate for the right long-term decision making. Builds a trusting and safe environment within the team, customers, and other stakeholders.
  • Collaborates with leaders across Product, Operations, and other business areas to ensure prioritization and execution remain aligned to strategic goals, enterprise value, and program objectives.
May perform additional duties as assigned. Reporting Relationship Typically Director or above Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
  • Primary toolchain: Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio (Lite), Power Platform (Power Automate / AI Builder), Google Gemini (or similar Generative AI tools)
  • Hands-on experience using Generative AI tools to produce strong business results (prompt writing, iteration, evaluation, and refinement)
  • Strong executor, proven across complex initiatives
  • Champion for the adoption of new operational insurance technologies and methodologies
  • Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders
  • Highly collaborative with good conflict resolutions skills
  • Proven ability to enact change quickly in business operations
  • Willingness to develop Agile team members by inspiring, encouraging and providing constructive feedback
  • Solid leadership skill
  • Proven ability to work directly with Product Management, business stakeholders and technical/product teams
  • Domain knowledge of solutions being developed
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • Typically a minimum of five years as a Product Owner or equivalent role in an Operations or Underwriting environment
  • Experience with insurance or finance based products in an Operations or Underwriting environment
  • Successful track record with Agile methodologies
  • Applicable certifications preferred (e.g. SAFe PO/PM, CSPO or PSPO)
#LI-Hybrid #LI-DM1 In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $72,000 to $141,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA's benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.

About CNA Financial Corporation

CNA Financial Corporation provides commercial property and casualty insurance products primarily in the United States. It offers professional liability coverages and risk management services to various professional firms, including architects, real estate agents, and accounting and law firms; directors and officers, employment practices, fiduciary, and fidelity coverages to small and mid-size firms, public and privately held firms, and not-for-profit organizations; and commercial property, general liability, cyber liability, umbrella, and excess liability, as well as various other property and casualty coverages for healthcare institutions, professional services firms, and other specialized industries. The company also provides warranty and service contracts for consumer goods, and extended service contracts for consumer automobiles and recreational vehicles; and accident and health, and group life insurance products. In addition, it offers management and professional liability insurance and risk management services, as well as other specialized property and casualty coverages to various healthcare organizations, including hospitals, physician groups, and nursing homes. The company markets its products through independent agents, brokers, and general underwriters to various customers, including small, medium, and large businesses; insurance companies; associations; and other industry groups. CNA Financial Corporation was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more about CNA Financial Corporation
Size
5,600 employees
Market Cap
$11.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$690 million
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$10.8 billion
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