Commercial Lines Product Manager

Selby Jennings; Sarasota (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings seeks an experienced Commercial Lines Product Manager to lead product strategy, development, pricing, and portfolio management across a diverse commercial insurance portfolio.

In this high-visibility role, you will partner with underwriting, actuarial, claims, legal, technology, and sales teams to drive profitable growth, ensure regulatory compliance, and expand into new markets and products from Florida.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years in commercial lines product management or related insurance discipline
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Experience developing and implementing product enhancements, underwriting guidelines, and rating plans
• Knowledge of regulatory filings and insurance compliance preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial lines product strategy, development, pricing, and underwriting initiatives
• Monitor portfolio performance and recommend actions to improve profitability, growth, and market position
• Analyze competitive trends, market conditions, and emerging opportunities to support business objectives
• Develop and enhance commercial insurance products, coverage offerings, underwriting guidelines, and rating structures
• Partner with underwriting, actuarial, claims, legal, technology, sales, and distribution teams to implement strategic product initiatives
• Support regulatory filings, product updates, and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions
• Evaluate market opportunities and assist with expansion into new products, programs, territories, or distribution channels
• Serve as a subject matter expert for commercial lines products and provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders
• Lead and mentor team members while fostering collaboration and professional development
• Participate in strategic planning and contribute to the overall product management roadmap

Skills

Commercial lines product management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

CPCU or AU designation

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Lines Product Manager to lead product strategy, development, pricing, and portfolio management initiatives across a diverse commercial insurance product portfolio. This position offers significant exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams while helping drive profitable growth, market competitiveness, and long-term product success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial lines product strategy, development, pricing, and underwriting initiatives
• Monitor portfolio performance and recommend actions to improve profitability, growth, and market position
• Analyze competitive trends, market conditions, and emerging opportunities to support business objectives
• Develop and enhance commercial insurance products, coverage offerings, underwriting guidelines, and rating structures
• Partner with underwriting, actuarial, claims, legal, technology, sales, and distribution teams to implement strategic product initiatives
• Support regulatory filings, product updates, and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions
• Evaluate market opportunities and assist with expansion into new products, programs, territories, or distribution channels
• Serve as a subject matter expert for commercial lines products and provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders
• Lead and mentor team members while fostering collaboration and professional development
• Participate in strategic planning and contribute to the overall product management roadmap

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Approximately 7-10+ years of experience in commercial lines product management, product development, underwriting, actuarial, or a related insurance discipline
• Strong understanding of commercial insurance products, coverage design, underwriting, and pricing concepts
• Experience developing and implementing product enhancements, underwriting guidelines, and rating plans
• Ability to evaluate business results and translate insights into actionable product strategies
• Knowledge of regulatory filings and insurance compliance requirements preferred
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Experience collaborating across multiple business functions and influencing key stakeholders
• Professional insurance designations such as CPCU, AU, or similar credentials are highly valued

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Opportunity to drive product strategy and influence business performance
• High visibility role with direct interaction across underwriting, actuarial, claims, and executive leadership
• Collaborative and growth-oriented culture
• Meaningful input into product innovation, profitability, and market expansion efforts
• Florida-based role with flexibility and long-term career growth potential