Head Of Product Management - Insurance H/F (Montreal)

Head Of Product Management - Insurance H/F (Montreal)

18 Oct
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Cognition
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Montreal

18 Oct

Cognition

Montreal

Join our Dynamic and Passionate team at Cognition+, where we are dedicated to revolutionizing the insurance industry with cutting-edge digital solutions. Since 1996, we have been committed to understanding and addressing the unique business challenges faced by insurance companies of all sizes. Our offerings include a fully customizable Enterprise Insurance Management Platform, along with on-demand support, connectivity, cybersecurity, and professional services.

Our investment in research and development ensures that we stay at the forefront of technology, delivering innovative solutions that keep our clients ahead of the curve.

Enjoy flexible work hours that help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

As the Director, Product Management, you will define and execute the product vision, strategy, and innovation roadmap for Cognition+'s Enterprise Insurance Management Platform while leading people and practices that bring that roadmap to life. You will lead the Product function, overseeing Product Owners, Business Analysts, User Acceptance Testers, and product governance activities while fostering a culture of innovation, client focus, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate combines deep P&C; insurance industry knowledge with proven product and people leadership experience and a passion for technology-driven transformation. They possess the strategic mindset to establish a long‑term vision while maintaining the operational discipline necessary to deliver meaningful outcomes for clients, employees, and shareholders.

Total expected annual compensation of $120,000 – $170,000, inclusive of base salary and a performance‑based bonus tied to individual, team, and corporate goals. This range does not include other components of our total compensation package, such as retirement contributions, benefits, paid time off, and other non‑wage elements.



The salary offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, work location, internal pay equity, and other relevant considerations.

This position can be performed from our office in London, Ontario or remotely within Canada. Remote‑based employees may occasionally be asked to travel to our office, industry conferences, client sites, and partner events.

This posting is for an immediate vacancy. Define and champion the company's product vision, strategy, and long‑term roadmap

Lead the Product organization, including Product Owners, Business Analysts, User Acceptance Testers, and product governance processes

Partner with executive leadership to align product investment decisions with corporate growth objectives

Develop and maintain a deep understanding of existing and emerging insurance markets, including in Canada and the United States, translating market, regulatory, and client insights into product strategy, innovation priorities, and growth opportunities

Serve as the voice of the client within the organization, ensuring product decisions are informed by client feedback and market intelligence

Collaborate with Development, Qualified Services, Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, and Support to deliver exceptional product outcomes

Define and monitor product KPIs, adoption metrics, customer satisfaction measures, and business outcomes

Develop and execute innovation strategies that leverage emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, automation, analytics,



and digital self‑service capabilities

Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning by setting clear expectations and supporting team performance

Ability to travel to client sites, industry conferences, and partner events, as required

Post‑secondary education in Business, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Insurance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Minimum 10 years of experience within the Property & Casualty insurance industry, including exposure to insurance technology, underwriting, policy administration, billing, claims, broker workflows, and regulatory compliance

Minimum 7 years of progressive leadership experience in Product Management, Product Ownership, Business Analysis, or a related field, including experience leading people, setting direction, coaching employees, and supporting high‑performance teams

Strong working knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, workflow automation, and analytics

Proven experience leading teams, developing employees, and influencing cross‑functional teams and executive‑level stakeholders

Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

Passion for innovation and technology‑enabled business transformation

MBA or Master's degree in Business, Technology, or a related field

Experience leading product organizations within an insurance technology company

Product management certifications such as Pragmatic Institute, AIPMM, CSPO, or PSPO

Public speaking, conference presentation, or industry thought‑leadership experience

Cognition+ is committed to employment equity and welcomes diversity. Cognition+ provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

📌 Head Of Product Management - Insurance H/F (Montreal)
🏢 Cognition
📍 Montreal

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