Automation Product Owner

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the vision and execution of enterprise-wide IPA initiatives.
• Partner with leaders and SMEs to explore processes and envision automation opportunities that maximize impact.
• Drive adoption of RPA + AI solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Balance innovation with governance to ensure ethical, scalable, secure deployments.
• Engage stakeholders and boost visibility through forums and satisfaction metrics.
• Own delivery outcomes and ensure automation initiatives meet defined KPIs and impact targets.
• Partner with the Change Management Organization and Communication leads on change/communication plans.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 4-5 years of experience in Product Owner or similar role.
• Experience in RPA/IPA/Automation is highly preferred.
• Experience with AI products is preferred.
• Proficiency with PowerBI, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint is required.
• Proven experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies, including implementation through agile practices and incremental releases.
• Understanding of the SDLC is preferred.
• Experience with process mapping, flow charts, data & analytics, and automation development is preferred.
• Experience with tools like UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism, and Process/Task Mining is preferred.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to translate technical and business concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Customer focus, adaptability, and an improvement mindset.

Nice to Have

• Experience in insurance or financial services industry.
• Experience in business case development, ROI analysis, and technical feasibility assessments.
• Experience with visual tools to clarify workflows and support stakeholder alignment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Bachelor's degree (preferred).
• 4-5 years of experience in a Product Owner or similar role.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Annual incentive bonus plan.
• Generous paid time off including holidays, wellness days, and volunteer hours.
• Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Supportive management and opportunities for career growth.
• Employee giving program that doubles donations to nonprofits.