Program Manager-Data & AI Insights at Zinnia

Greenwich, Connecticut, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Insurance, Life Insurance, AnnuitiesIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of experience in insurance or annuity sales, distribution, wholesaling, or relationship management roles
Strong understanding of how carriers, distributors, and advisors operate, and where data and analytics create value
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional programs that involve multiple stakeholders and complex deliverables
Excellent communication and storytelling skills — able to translate industry needs into product requirements and explain insights to both technical and business audiences
Proven ability to influence and build trust with executives, sales teams, and product/technology partners
A client-first mindset with a passion for improving the way insurance is bought, sold, and serviced through data

Responsibilities

Lead Zinnia’s Data & Insights program, defining the roadmap, priorities, and execution strategy
Serve as the “voice of the field” by bringing Life & Annuities experience to guide product decisions and translate client needs into actionable data requirements
Anticipate and articulate how carriers, distributors, and advisors will use data in their daily workflows — from quoting and sales to policy management and servicing
Work closely with Product, Data Science, Data Engineering, and AI/Analytics teams to ensure data products are accurate, actionable, and aligned with business needs
Shape dashboards, reports, and analytics products that deliver real value to clients by helping them grow sales, reduce inefficiencies, and better serve policyholders
Champion adoption of new data-driven tools with internal stakeholders and clients, ensuring strong understanding, training, and usage
Bridge the gap between sales/distribution leaders and technical teams, ensuring solutions are business-led but technically feasible
Stay ahead of emerging industry trends, competitive practices, and client pain points to ensure Zinnia builds best-in-class data solutions
Identify early adopters of solutions as we look to bring insights to market

Skills

Program Management

Data Insights

Life & Annuities

Insurance Sales

Distribution

Product Roadmap

Stakeholder Management

Data Science

Data Engineering

Analytics

Zinnia

Insurance technology for life products

About Zinnia

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 faster and manage them more effectively. This results in a better buying experience for consumers and increased operational efficiency for insurers and financial advisors. Zinnia's platform is user-friendly, allowing consumers to easily understand and purchase life and annuity products. The company aims to enhance the relationship between customers and insurers, ensuring better protection and improved wellbeing for consumers. Unlike its competitors, Zinnia emphasizes real-time data sharing and actionable insights, which help all parties make informed decisions.

Topeka, KansasHeadquarters

2005Year Founded

$1.7MTotal Funding

SEEDCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, FintechIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Parental Leave

Profit Sharing

401(k) Company Match

Incentive Bonus Opportunity

Tuition Reimbursement

Risks

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.

Differentiation

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.

Upsides

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.

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