Product Manager

About YouSet

YouSet is revolutionizing the Canadian insurance sector through innovative technology, data insights, and expert human guidance. Our mission is to create the nation’s most complete and beloved insurance platform. We have assisted over 500,000 Canadians in comparing home and auto insurance, earning an average 4.9-star rating in online user reviews.

Role Overview

We seek a proactive Product Manager to spearhead the development of our digital insurance platform. This role involves simplifying insurance processes, automating complex workflows, and facilitating better coverage options for Canadians.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough product discovery by gathering user and business insights via interviews, data evaluation, and collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Translate insights into prioritized product initiatives that enhance revenue, optimize user experience, and streamline operations.
• Define, track, and evaluate product performance metrics like quote completion, operational efficiency, and feature adoption to inform continuous improvement.
• Manage the success and refinement of AI-driven features, including large language model-based tools and predictive models, ensuring accuracy and impact.
• Contribute to strategic product roadmap development by identifying new opportunities and shaping platform evolution.
• Maintain a well-defined and prioritized backlog aligned with company goals for effective execution.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to guide features from concept to launch, acting as the focal point during development.
• Work alongside insurance experts to comprehend product logic and operations, converting these into clear development requirements.
• Validate automation through rigorous testing of broker workflows in legacy systems to confirm real-world process accuracy and manual task elimination.
• Coordinate with external designers ensuring user-centered solutions aligned with product objectives.
• Promote collaboration among multidisciplinary teams including product, engineering, design, and business units to uphold a cohesive product vision and execution excellence.

Candidate Profile

• Goal-driven individual with a track record of setting and achieving ambitious targets.
• Entrepreneurial, hands-on, and problem-solving approach with a proactive attitude.
• Data-oriented decision maker adept at analytical thinking.
• Innovative thinker who challenges existing norms to deliver simple yet effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Product Management or a closely related field within fast-paced, results-focused settings.
• Strong skills in product conceptualization and execution, with the capability to convert ideas into precise, development-ready tasks and prioritize based on business value.
• Technical proficiency with the ability to understand complex operational systems and collaborate effectively with developers and designers.
• Detail-oriented and hands-on, comfortable validating workflows and automations against legacy processes.
• Excellent communication and ownership skills to align cross-functional teams and drive initiatives from idea to market release.
• Enthusiasm for AI and automation technologies, aiming to leverage these advancements to enhance products and customer experiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential stock equity participation.
• Up to five weeks’ vacation annually.
• Comprehensive health benefits including dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Option to work fully remotely or from Montreal downtown office.
• Unlimited sick leave focusing on mental health and wellness.
• Opportunity to work internationally for up to 90 days per year.
• Paid parental leave with a four-month top-up.
• Monthly sponsorship of team-building activities and events.
• Flexible start date with encouragement to join as early as possible.