Product Manager

SOMPO; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative company as an IT Product Manager, where your leadership and analytical skills will drive product strategies and enhance efficiency. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage solutions that align with business goals and deliver exceptional value to customers. You will be part of a global leader in the insurance industry, committed to fostering an inclusive environment and continuously improving processes through innovative approaches, including leveraging AI technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's growth journey.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Retirement & Savings Plans

Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT Product Management in insurance.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and trends.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop product strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends and opportunities.

Skills

IT Product Management

Leadership Skills

Data Analysis

Agile Methodologies

Problem-Solving

Curiosity and Innovation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Are you looking for your next opportunity?

Attention all Insurance IT Product Managers! If you are outcome-focused, have a keen curiosity, exceptional leadership skills, and the confidence to challenge the norm, we want to hear from you.

Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Product Manager in our IT Department. Join our dynamic IT team at Sompo UK as an IT Product Manager and be a pivotal part of our exciting growth journey! With Sompo's strategic priorities focused on leveraging data and transforming our operating model, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that drive our success.

As an IT Product Manager, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to manage and develop solutions that align with our business goals, enhance efficiency, and deliver value to our customers. Be a part of a growing team where your contributions have a significant impact on Sompo's future. Apply now to take the next step in your career with us!

What You’ll Be Doing

Product Strategy and Development

• Define and develop product/solution strategies that align with business objectives.
• Ensure focus on building the right products, building them right, and building them fast.
• Define Objectives & Key Results (OKRs) aligned to the business strategy to drive priorities, focus, and accountability.

Project Management and Execution

• Define scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
• Monitor progress and report on status to management.

Stakeholder Communication and Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate regular meetings to communicate updates and gather feedback.
• Act as a liaison between business units and IT to ensure effective collaboration.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Gather and analyse data to support decision-making.
• Create comprehensive reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity in reporting processes.

Market Analysis and Competitive Research

• Conduct research to identify trends and opportunities in IT and Insurance.
• Analyse competitors to inform product positioning and differentiation.
• Use insights to drive innovation and improvement.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in IT Product Management in insurance with a track record of successful technology solutions.
• Curiosity and Innovation: Possess a natural curiosity and eagerness to explore new ideas, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Confidence to Challenge the Status Quo: Boldly question existing practices and propose creative solutions to enhance solutions and outcomes.
• Flexibility in Methodologies: Adapt seamlessly between agile and waterfall methodologies, ensuring the appropriate approach is utilised for each project.
• Exceptional Leadership Skills: Build and lead cross-functional teams, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
• Analytical Mindset: Apply strong analytical skills to interpret data and trends, supporting solutions & initiatives and business objectives.
• Problem-Solving Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in identifying challenges and developing practical solutions to drive product success.
• Commitment to Excellence: Maintain a high standard of work quality and strive for excellence in all aspects of the role.
• Leveraging AI for Efficiency and Opportunities: Utilise AI technologies to enhance product efficiency and identify innovative opportunities to improve processes and outcomes at Sompo.
• Understanding of Product Management and Agile: Bring a strong understanding of product management and agile principles, contributing to the development and enhancement of insurance products and services.

Join us at Sompo and be part of a global leader in the insurance industry, committed to innovation, growth, and excellence.

Our Benefits

We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Highlights include:

• Expansive Health & Wellness Benefits
• Generous Retirement & Savings Plans
• Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

In today’s world, what do we stand for?

We strive to create exceptional value for our clients and shareholders while maintaining Sompo as an attractive place to work. We foster an environment of ongoing, open dialogue between managers and their direct reports, and believe in an organizational environment where everyone belongs. We are a multi-racial, multi-cultural, global enterprise. We reject all forms of racism, bigotry, prejudice, and injustice and continue to invest in building an inclusive and diverse work environment.

About Us

Expert Partners. Clarity in complexity. Unwavering commitment.

We’re Sompo, a global provider of property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance. Building on Sompo Holdings’ 130 years of innovation, we’re committed to applying all of our experience to simplify yours.

Our dedication to you shows up in the care we put in every detail, working to create a frictionless risk management journey for everyone we serve.

We lead with your priorities, meticulously crafting solutions, sharing insights, and understanding your needs.

Around the world, our 9,000+ employees use their expertise to learn, improve, and find clear answers for your complex challenges.

Because when you choose Sompo, you choose the ease of expertise.

To learn more, visit our website at www.sompo-intl.com