Head of Digital Insurance Solutions

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary & bonus

Health benefits

Retirement planning

Executive coaching

Conferences & training

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a pioneering insurance group to fill a senior leadership role: Head of Digital Insurance Solutions. This fully remote position shapes the digital strategy across all insurance offerings and leads transformation of digital platforms, products, and customer experiences.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in digital strategy and InsurTech, a proven record of launching scalable digital products, and strong remote leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in digital strategy, product management, or senior leadership with digital transformation.
• Proven track record launching and scaling digital insurance products.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and remote collaboration skills.
• Deep knowledge of InsurTech, digital marketing, and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive digital strategy for the insurance portfolio.
• Lead design, development, and deployment of digital insurance products and services.
• Oversee digital channels including web, mobile, and social media.
• Drive adoption of AI, ML, and data analytics to enhance customer experience.
• Lead and manage a remote team of product managers, designers, and engineers.
• Align with IT, marketing, underwriting, and claims for seamless digital integration.

Skills

Digital strategy

InsurTech

Product management

Remote leadership

Data analytics

Agile methodologies

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

AI/ML platforms

CRM systems

Cloud platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering insurance group, is seeking an accomplished and visionary Head of Digital Insurance Solutions. This is a senior leadership position, fully remote, responsible for defining and executing the digital strategy across all insurance offerings. You will lead the transformation and innovation of our client's digital platforms, products, and customer experiences, driving engagement and growth in the digital realm. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in digital strategy, InsurTech, product management, and driving large-scale digital transformation initiatives, ideally within the insurance sector. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for leveraging technology to revolutionize the insurance industry. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of digital insurance for a leading organization, working remotely to influence operations and strategy across the board, including support for teams in areas like Randburg, Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive digital strategy for the insurance business, focusing on customer acquisition, engagement, and retention.
• Lead the design, development, and deployment of innovative digital insurance products and services.
• Oversee the management and optimization of all digital channels, including web, mobile apps, and social media platforms.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and digital capabilities, such as AI, machine learning, and data analytics.
• Collaborate with IT, marketing, underwriting, and claims departments to ensure seamless digital integration.
• Manage a team of digital product managers, designers, and developers, fostering a culture of innovation and high performance.
• Analyze digital performance metrics and user data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure a best-in-class digital customer experience across all touchpoints.
• Stay abreast of emerging InsurTech trends and competitive landscape to maintain a market-leading digital presence.
• Manage digital budgets and resource allocation effectively.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Marketing, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in digital strategy, product management, or a senior leadership role, with a significant focus on digital transformation.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling digital products and services, preferably in the financial services or insurance sector.
• Deep understanding of InsurTech, digital marketing, customer experience design, and data analytics.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing complex digital projects and cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change and innovation within large organizations.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and product development frameworks.
• Strong understanding of the insurance value chain.

Benefits

• This fully remote leadership role offers an executive-level salary and bonus structure, alongside comprehensive health benefits, retirement planning, and other premium executive perks.
• The flexibility of a remote work arrangement allows for an optimal work-life balance.
• Our client is committed to the professional development of its leadership team, providing access to executive coaching, industry conferences, and advanced training programs.
• You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the digital future of a leading insurance organization, working from any location.