Associate Product Manager

The Opportunity:  At Equitable, our focus is on making a meaningful impact in the lives of Canadians by putting clients at the heart of everything we do. We lead with empathy, act with intention, stay curious, and support one another every step of the way. If you're looking for purpose-driven work in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your voice is heard, and your growth is encouraged we'd love to connect. Join a dynamic team as an Associate Product Manager and play a key role in shaping and managing investment-based insurance products. You will support the full product lifecycle, including research, development, launch, optimization, and product administration. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver client-focused solutions. This role is ideal for someone with strong investment product knowledge and analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail to excel in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Join one of the Waterloo Area's Top Employers for 2025 and Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers for 2024 and be part of something that matters.
Position Title: Associate Product ManagerReports To: Manager, Individual Wealth Product Development and ManagementDepartment: Individual Wealth Term:  Permanent Full-Time
 
Work Arrangements: This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo, ON a minimum of two (2) assigned, consecutive days every other week, plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum requirement.
 What you will be doing:

Assist in the design and launch of new wealth products, including segregated funds, GIAs, and payout solutions;
Support product enhancements based on market trends, client feedback, and regulatory changes;
Support product-related administrative activities, including commission schedule updates, statement notes, annual Fund Facts refresh, and segregated fund annual reporting;
Continuously monitor competitor activity, pricing strategies, product features, and distribution tactics;
Conduct research to identify emerging trends and customer insights;
Translate findings into actionable product strategies and positioning;
Provide regular insights and benchmarking reports to inform product strategy;
Work closely with marketing, distribution, actuarial, legal, and operations teams to ensure successful product delivery;
Support training and enablement for advisors and sales teams;
Track product performance metrics;
Analyze results to identify opportunities for improvement and support data-driven decision-making;
Ensure products meet all regulatory requirements and internal governance standards;
Assist in preparing documentation for approvals and audits.

 What you will bring:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field;
2+ years experience in financial services or insurance;
Strong knowledge of insurance-based investment products, including their regulatory environment, and strategic positioning;
Skilled in leveraging data, insights, and performance metrics to inform strategy;
Proficiency in tools such as Excel and PowerBI for data analysis and visualization;
High level of accuracy in documentation, analysis and execution;
Experience partnering across Marketing, Distribution, Operations and other teams.

What's in it for you:

A workplace where care, passion, and curiosity aren't just values, they're how we work, grow, and succeed together every day;
A healthy work-life balance with employee wellness top of mind;
Annual bonus program, annual vacation allowance, and company-paid benefits program;
Generous vacation package with one volunteer day to give back to a charity of your choice;
Immediate enrollment in the company's pension program with employer matching;
Employee resource groups that support an inclusive work environment;
Tuition support and specialized program assistance;
An onsite full-service cafeteria with a variety of daily options;
Discounts on company products and services, and access to exclusive employee perks;
Regular EQ Together events focused on company togetherness and collaboration.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates may be asked to complete an assessment and will be required to undergo background screening, in accordance with company policy.
 
At Equitable, we're committed to fair pay and an inclusive, accessible hiring experience. If you need accommodations or alternative formats at any stage, just reach out to us at , we're happy to help.
Your base pay will be based on your skills, qualifications, experience, and education. In addition to your salary, this role is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award tied to business performance, plus a wide range of competitive benefits.
If you're selected to move forward, our Talent Acquisition team will walk you through all the details of our total rewards program, so you know exactly what's included.

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