About this role

The Role at a Glance

We are excited to bring on a Lead, Group Product Manager to our Group Benefit Product Organization. In this role, you will lead and deliver group product and service offering initiatives to drive profitability. You will maintain product and service offering availability, exceptions, monitoring, competitiveness, and segment management efforts, while serving as a key resource to address both internal and external needs across all product lines.

What you'll be doing

Support product development, pricing and ongoing, complex management activities for products and service offerings and strategic initiatives
Lead cross-enterprise teams & collaborates in partnership with all appropriate stakeholders to provide segmented product/service offerings positioned with distinct competitive advantages
Collaborate with product marketing partners, field distribution & training to provide subject matter expertise for the creation of effective product documentation, training materials, positioning, marketing, & product launch campaigns
Provide subject matter expertise to contribute to the definition of product strategy & road-map and enhancements across all products
Provide business and technical support for group product management activities, day-to-day inquiries & escalated issues from field associates
Identify and directs monitoring, competitive intelligence, and market research work including detailed analysis of systematically gathered information supporting product development initiatives and service offering documentation
Manage service offerings to achieve product & business financial objectives; identifies, analyzes & escalates issues; leads resolution with business partners
Work with assigned business areas to redesign/reengineer business processes that support product and service offering initiatives

What we’re looking for

Must-haves:

4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's)
5+ Years of experience in product management or development that aligns to the responsibilities of this position
Working insurance product knowledge
Proven ability to operate effectively and lead cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex internal and external materials to inform strategy, including regulations, contracts, proposals, technical procedures, and industry publications
Confident written and verbal communicator who effectively engages and builds credibility with internal and external senior leadership
Strong proficiency with Microsoft suite of products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
Ability to effectively and responsibly use AI tools in daily work, validate AI-generated outputs, and identify opportunities to improve productivity, decision-making, and outcomes for oneself, colleagues, and the organization

Nice-to-haves:

SharePoint experience
Segmented product offering strategy experience

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through November 20th, 2026, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What’s in it for you?

Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes
Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
PTO/parental leave
Competitive 401K and employee benefits
Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
Tuition assistance program
Work arrangements that work for you
Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $106,875 - $171,000 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Lead, Group Product Manager