Full-Time

Senior Product Manager

Updated on 2/14/2025

Zinnia

Zinnia

201-500 employees

Insurance technology for life products

Data & Analytics
Fintech

Compensation Overview

$130k - $160kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Greenwich, CT, USA

This is a hybrid position, which typically implies a mix of in-office and remote work.

Category
Product Management
Product
Required Skills
Product Management
SQL
Operating Systems
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 5 to 10 years of experience as a Product Manager, including analyzing software/product design, development, and deployment
  • A bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field; or a high school education and equivalent work experience in business analysis and application development
  • Strong customer service skills with excellent relationship management skills with the ability to interact positively and successfully with all level of associates and managers to meet business needs
  • Basic understanding of technology system interfaces and data integration, networks, and operating systems
  • Proven background in process automation and/or robotic process automation (RPA)
  • Knowledge of Business Process Modeling using decision tables/trees and data flows, etc.
  • Ability to interpret and define API requirements, ensuring seamless integration between internal and external systems.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, UX, and business stakeholders, to define API-related product requirements.
  • Basic knowledge of SQL, client/server, and network environments
  • Expert level communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
  • Microsoft PC software experience (i.e., Excel, Word, Access and Project)
  • Willingness to develop industry-related knowledge
  • Analytical, organized with excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be a self-starter, flexible and motivated
Responsibilities
  • Drive or contribute into the execution of all product lifecycle processes for products, including product research, market research, competitive analysis, planning, positioning, roadmap development, requirements development, and product launch
  • Completing research and providing analysis as needed to support Management in decision making
  • Analyze consumer needs, current market trends, and potential partnerships from an ROI and build vs. buy perspective
  • Gain a deep understanding of existing systems, customer experience, identify and fill product gaps and generate new ideas that grow market share, improve customer experience and drive growth
  • Works with a cross-functional team to ensure fulfillment of product requirements, evaluates product performance and transition products from development to commercialization
  • Assists in determining product delivery and deployment dates for new product releases, feature and maintenance releases and regular corrective service or service pack releases.
  • Facilitating business needs and priority identification
  • Assist in Developing and executing proposed business and technical solutions
  • Assist in the research and investigation of escalated production issues and engage teams for resolution
  • Track incidents through completion while providing regular updates to both internal and external customers
  • Document business impact, research and resolution steps and long-term preventative measures via incident reports
  • Provide regular severity updates to Senior leadership
Desired Qualifications
  • 2+ years’ experience in Annuity, mutual funds, financial services, or life insurance work experience preferred
  • Background in process automation and/or robotic process automation (RPA)

Zinnia focuses on improving the life and annuity insurance market by providing a platform that simplifies the creation, management, and servicing of insurance products. The platform uses technology and data analytics to help insurance companies launch products quickly and manage them efficiently. This benefits insurers, financial advisors, and consumers by enhancing the buying experience and operational efficiency. Zinnia's platform is user-friendly, allowing consumers to easily understand and purchase life and annuity products. The company aims to modernize the insurance experience, ensuring better protection and improved wellbeing for consumers while fostering stronger relationships between customers and insurers.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$1.7M

Headquarters

Topeka, Kansas

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • Zinnia secured $300 million in funding from Vista Credit Partners.
  • The acquisition of Ebix's assets expands Zinnia's market share and service offerings.
  • Growing demand for personalized insurance solutions benefits Zinnia's tailored product approach.

What critics are saying

  • Integration challenges with Ebix's assets could disrupt operations if not managed well.
  • Ebix's bankruptcy proceedings may affect the terms of the asset acquisition.
  • Rapid expansion and onboarding of 770 new team members could strain resources.

What makes Zinnia unique

  • Zinnia offers a comprehensive platform for life and annuity insurance products.
  • The company leverages advanced technology and data analytics for efficient product management.
  • Zinnia's recent acquisition of Ebix's assets enhances its CRM and agency management tools.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Parental Leave

Profit Sharing

401(k) Company Match

Incentive Bonus Opportunity

Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

StartUpRise
Oct 15th, 2024
[Funding News] Zinnia Secures $300 Mn Strategic Funding from Vista Credit Partners

[Funding news] Zinnia secures $300 mn strategic funding from Vista Credit Partners.

Business Wire
Apr 1st, 2024
Zinnia Closes Acquisition Of Ebix’S North American Life And Annuity Assets

GREENWICH, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Zinnia Corporate Holdings (“Zinnia” or “the Company”), an Eldridge Industries business and leading life and annuity insurance technology services company, and Ebix, Inc. (“Ebix”), a supplier of software solutions, today announced that Zinnia’s acquisition of Ebix’s North American Life and Annuity Assets (the “LA Assets”) has closed. The deal further positions Zinnia as a partner of choice in the life and annuity industry and expands its offerings with insurance focused CRM agency management, market-leading research, quoting, illustration, order entry tools, and a comprehensive underwriting platform, which will simplify experiences for advisors and their clients. Zinnia will be welcoming over 770 new team members across 6 locations in India and the United States. The LA assets, including SmartOffice, Vital Sales Suite, Winflex, AnnuityNet, LifeSpeed, TPP (The Policy Processor), as well as products and services provided by the consulting organization will become a newly formed business line within Zinnia called Life and Annuity Exchange Solutions

Coverage
Feb 19th, 2024
Zinnia To Acquire Ebix’S Life And Annuity Software Assets

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Business Wire
Feb 16th, 2024
Zinnia To Acquire Ebix Inc.’S Life And Annuity Software Assets, Continuing Its Mission To Deliver Solutions That Simplify Insurance And Power Industry Growth

GREENWICH, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Zinnia Corporate Holdings (“Zinnia” or “the Company”), an Eldridge business and leading life and annuity insurance technology services company, today announced it will acquire the Life and Annuity Assets (the “L&A Assets”) of Ebix, Inc. (“Ebix”), a supplier of software solutions. The L&A assets will further position Zinnia as a partner of choice in the life and annuity industry, expanding its offerings with insurance focused CRM & agency management, market-leading research, quoting, illustration, and order entry tools, and a comprehensive underwriting platform, which will simplify experiences for advisors and their clients.“The acquisition of the Ebix Life and Annuity Assets is transformative for Zinnia,” said Michele Trogni, Zinnia Chief Executive Officer. “The complementary nature of our solutions will enable us to better serve carriers, distributors, and consumers, expanding our reach as we build the modern rails of the insurance industry. We are thrilled to welcome the Ebix L&A employees to Zinnia and look forward to what we can achieve together for our clients.”In a rapidly expanding life and annuity sector, this acquisition allows Zinnia to power growth and simplify insurance from product development through distribution and claims. Upon closing, Zinnia will expand its offerings with the addition of SmartOffice, Vital Sales Suite, Winflex, AnnuityNet, LifeSpeed, TPP (The Policy Processor), as well as products and services provided by the consulting organization.Ash Sawhney, President of Ebix Insurance Solutions North America, will join Zinnia heading up the newly formed Life and Annuity Exchange Solutions business, reporting to Trogni

II Reporter
Feb 16th, 2024
Zinnia to Acquire Ebix Inc.'s Life and Annuity Software Assets

Ash Sawhney, President of Ebix Insurance Solutions North America, will join Zinnia, leading its the newly formed Life and Annuity Exchange Solutions business, and reporting to Trogni, according to the Zinnia statement.

Skift
Dec 19th, 2023
EbixCash Says Parent Company's Bankruptcy Won't Affect Operations

Kundu said, "To get out of Chapter 11, the U.S. company has already announced the sale of an asset that pays a substantial part of the debt," referring to an agreement Ebix announced Monday to sell its North American life and annuity assets to insurance tech company Zinnia for $400 million.

India Education Diary
Dec 19th, 2023
Ebix stock in record plunge after bankruptcy filing

Ebix Inc. announced on Monday that it has reached a "stalking horse" agreement to sell its North American Life and Annuity Assets (NA L&A Assets) to Zinnia, an Eldridge business and leading life insurance and annuity technology and service company, as part of its efforts to strengthen its balance sheet and position the company for sustainable growth.

Exchange4Media
Dec 19th, 2023
Ebix's agreement with Zinnia lays out expeditious path for debt repayment

US-based supplier of on-demand software and e-commerce services Ebix on Monday said that it has reached a "stalking horse" agreement to sell its North American life and annuity assets to Zinnia, an Eldridge business and life insurance and annuity technology and service company.

Insurance News Net
Dec 18th, 2023
Ebix announces bankruptcy, plan to sell life and annuity assets to Zinnia

Ebix announces bankruptcy, plan to sell life and annuity assets to Zinnia.

Bridgetown
Jul 1st, 2023
Introducing zinnia: better TV for people living with dementia

This month, Bridgetown Music Therapy is excited to announce its new partnership with Zinnia!