Director de Innovación en Seguros

Placements24; Mexicali; Hybrid; MXN 3,323,000 - 5,170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (remote)

Equity options

Remote work autonomy

Flexible time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Director of Innovation in Insurance to drive digital transformation across the organization. This fully remote executive position requires strategic thinking and deep knowledge of insurtech trends, AI, data analytics, and customer-centric product development.

You will lead the innovation agenda, collaborate with startups and partners, and shape new business models while steering the organization toward a digitally enabled future.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a related field (Business Admin, Technology Management, Finance).
• 10+ years in insurance with at least 5 years leading innovation or digital transformation.
• Proven track record of launching innovative products or digital solutions.
• Strong understanding of insurtech, AI, data analytics, blockchain and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive innovation strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Identify emerging tech, market trends, and disruptions in insurance.
• Lead ideation, development, and piloting of new products, services and digital platforms.
• Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration across the organization.
• Build and manage relationships with insurtech startups, technology partners, and VCs.
• Oversee digital transformation initiatives with focus on adoption and integration.
• Analyze market data and customer feedback to identify unmet needs and opportunities.
• Manage the innovation pipeline, budgets, resources, and performance metrics.
• Present roadmaps and progress to the executive leadership team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Change management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Remote team leadership

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Business Administration / Technology Management / Finance

Tools

Insurtech

AI

Data analytics

Blockchain

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering insurance group, is seeking a visionary Director de Innovación en Seguros to lead their digital transformation and innovation initiatives. This is a fully remote executive position that requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of emerging technologies, insurtech trends, and customer-centric product development. You will be responsible for shaping the future of insurance by identifying, evaluating, and implementing innovative solutions that enhance customer experience, streamline operations, and create new business models. This is a unique opportunity to drive significant change in the insurance industry from anywhere, setting the strategic direction for innovation across the organization. Embrace a fully remote, forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive innovation strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives.
• Identify and assess emerging technologies, market trends, and potential disruptions in the insurance sector.
• Lead the ideation, development, and piloting of new insurance products, services, and digital platforms.
• Foster a culture of innovation throughout the organization, encouraging experimentation and collaboration.
• Build and manage relationships with insurtech startups, technology partners, and venture capitalists.
• Oversee the implementation of digital transformation initiatives, ensuring successful adoption and integration.
• Analyze market data and customer feedback to identify unmet needs and opportunities for innovation.
• Manage the innovation pipeline, including budget allocation, resource management, and performance tracking.
• Present innovation roadmaps and progress updates to the executive leadership team.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Business Administration, Technology Management, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in the insurance industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on innovation, strategy, or digital transformation.
• Proven track record of successfully launching innovative products or digital solutions.
• Deep understanding of insurtech, AI, data analytics, blockchain, and other relevant technologies.
• Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and change management capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in building and managing cross-functional teams in a remote environment.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and evolving market.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for driving change and growth.

Benefits

This executive role offers a highly competitive compensation package, including a significant base salary, substantial bonus opportunities, and equity options. Comprehensive remote benefits include top-tier health coverage, retirement planning, and generous paid time off. Enjoy the autonomy and flexibility of a fully remote position while leading groundbreaking innovation in the insurance sector.