Product Manager - Workers Comp
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Workers’ Compensation Product Line Manager
Manhattan, NY or Philadelphia, PA - (Hybrid)
Compensation: $200,000 – $225,000 base + bonus + 401(k) match + comprehensive benefits
James Search Group is partnering with a leading global P&C insurance carrier to identify a Workers’ Compensation Product Line Manager to lead the strategy, performance, and evolution of a key product portfolio.
This is a high-impact role sitting at the intersection of underwriting, actuarial, claims, and distribution—offering strong visibility and the opportunity to shape product direction in a dynamic, highly regulated market.
The Role
You will own the end-to-end management of the Workers’ Compensation product line, driving profitable growth, product innovation, and operational excellence. This includes defining strategy, monitoring performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and partnering cross-functionally to deliver market-leading solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Development
- Define and execute the strategic roadmap for the Workers’ Compensation portfolio
- Analyze market trends, competitive dynamics, and customer needs to identify growth opportunities
- Lead product innovation, enhancements, and positioning strategies
Performance & Profitability Management
- Monitor key metrics including loss ratio, premium growth, and retention
- Identify performance gaps and implement corrective actions to optimize results
- Deliver regular insights and reporting to senior leadership
Regulatory & Compliance
- Ensure all products meet state and federal regulatory requirements
- Stay ahead of regulatory changes and assess business impact
- Partner with legal and compliance teams on filings and governance
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Collaborate closely with underwriting, actuarial, claims, and distribution teams
- Support go-to-market execution and internal product education
- Act as a key point of contact for brokers, agents, and external stakeholders
Financial & Pricing Oversight
- Support pricing strategy through financial analysis and profitability assessments
- Partner with actuarial teams to refine models and rate adequacy
What We’re Looking For
- Strong experience in
Workers’ Compensation insurance
(product, underwriting, or actuarial background)
- Proven track record managing product performance and driving profitable growth
- Deep understanding of regulatory environments and rate/rule filings
- Highly analytical with the ability to translate data into actionable strategy
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills
This is an excellent opportunity to join a
globally recognized carrier
in a role that offers both strategic ownership and hands-on impact within a critical line of business.
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with James Search Group.