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The Hartford

Product Owner - Data - Hybrid

Hartford, CT

Agile Product Owner - BA07DE

Associate Agile Product Owner - BA08BE

We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.

The Hartford is seeking a Data Agile Product Owner(APO) to support our middle and large commercial underwriting portfolio. The APO is a critical role that sets the priorities for 1-2 agile team(s), represents the voice of the customer, and links execution to the business vision. This role requires a high performing individual who is able to balance multiple responsibilities and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

  • Lead product execution for 1 or more agile team(s), depending on line of business
  • Pursue opportunities to mentor Associate APOs
  • Engage with business and technology stakeholders to identify product opportunities and implications
  • Stay current on internal, competitive, and industry technology trends to be a subject matter expert
  • Represent the voice of the customer to the agile team(s)
  • Articulate the product vision and roadmap to the agile team(s)
  • Guide the agile team(s) in determining sprint goals, linking execution activities to business intent
  • Manage the product backlog, breaking down features into stories and prioritizing stories to maximize business value.
  • Ensure the agile team(s) understand the items in the backlog and their business value
  • Partner with the Scrum Master, agile teams, Architects, APMs, Tech Leads, and business stakeholders to ensure solutions will deliver the business vision

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience in product-related role, data, digital, technology, or related field
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Experiencein the insurance industry preferred
  • Knowledgeof agile methodologies and frameworks such as Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Scrum, Kanban, XP, etc.
  • Experience with agile lifecycle management tools (e.g., Rally, JIRA)
  • Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Teamspreferred
  • Strong collaboration and influence skills, including ability to manage multiple stakeholders
  • Excellentwritten and verbal communication skills, with the ability understand audiences, tailor messages and influence outcomes
  • Self-motivated individual with demonstratedability to handle multiple high-priority demands, manage expectations and achieve objectives

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$84,640 - $146,160

The posted salary range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.

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Client-provided location(s): Hartford, CT, USA
Job ID: hartford-R2416031
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Learning and Development Stipend
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program