Product Analyst- Hybrid/Remote

Great American Insurance Group; Richfield Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Interstate, part of Great American Insurance Group, seeks a Product Analyst to join our Richfield office on a hybrid schedule. You will work with underwriting, actuarial, and claims teams to shape product strategy, pricing, and policy language, while researching market trends and customer feedback to drive competitive offerings.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, data-driven decision making, and effective communication with cross-functional partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of underwriting or product experience.
• Strong knowledge of insurance products and lines of business.
• Ability to interpret competitive data and industry trends.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in developing new products and solutions to grow premium volume and ensure profitability.
• Conducts market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competition.
• Collaborates with underwriting, actuarial and claims teams on product specs, pricing and policy language.
• Analyzes data and feedback to identify product enhancements and new development opportunities.
• Helps develop and execute product strategies and roadmaps to meet goals.
• Supports training on new products and changes for internal teams and agents.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Communication

Decision making

Customer focus

Industry knowledge

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business

Job description

National Interstate is a member of Great American Insurance Group. As one of the leading commercial transportation insurers in the nation, we offer risk financing solutions in all 50 states tailored to meet the needs of a wide variety of transportation classes. Our offerings include traditional insurance and innovative alternative risk transfer (ART) programs, including more than a dozen group captive programs catering to niche wheels markets. We are proud to be a multiple Northcoast 99 winner and Cleveland Plain Dealer Top Workplace in Northeast Ohio. It is because of our talented and dedicated team that we are able to live out our company values of integrity, transparency, fairness, accountability, empowerment and collaboration with each transaction we make. If you are ready to join an engaging and driven team such as ours, we would love to hear from you! At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. Since 1989, National Interstate has specialized in serving the insurance needs of the wheels-based transportation industry. Our steadfast focus on developing niche expertise in product design, loss control and claim services has made National Interstate one of the most respected names in commercial transportation insurance today. (https://natl.com/) National Interstate is looking for a Product Analyst to join their team. This individual will work a hybrid schedule out of the Richfield office. National Interstate's culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in-office days are Tuesday-Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Participates in developing new products and/or solutions to enhance premium volume growth and ensures the competitiveness and profitability of existing products.
• Conducts market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape.
• Collaborates with underwriting, actuarial, and claims teams to assist in designing innovative insurance solutions and developing product specifications, pricing strategies, and policy language.
• Analyzes market data and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product enhancements and improvements and new product development.
• Participates in developing and executing product strategies and roadmaps to achieve business goals.
• Participates in conducting SWOT analysis to evaluate product strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
• Participates in developing product and rate revisions, underwriting guidelines, manuals, and procedures.
• Works with marketing, business development, and insurance operations teams to ensure successful product launches and ongoing product support.
• May participate in developing and presenting trainings regarding new products and product changes to internal teams and agents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Generally, a minimum of 3 years of related underwriting or product experience.
• Beginning or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS), Associate of Risk Management (ARM), Certified Licensing Professional (CLP) or other applicable designations.
• Scope of Job/Qualifications: Strong technical knowledge of insurance products and lines of business.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of industry laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in interpreting competitive data and industry trends.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to inform decisions.
• Demonstrated decision-making ability and customer-centric mindset.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills and ability to build relationships.
• Position may require occasional travel.
• This job is non-exempt in Washington.

Company

NIIC National Interstate Insurance Company

Benefits

• We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*.
• Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
• *Excludes seasonal employees and interns.

Compensation

Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.

Company Culture and Recognition

We are an organization built for the long term and are committed to giving you that strength. Why can you trust Great American Insurance Group? For nearly 150 years, Americans have trusted us to protect them. Our innovative insurance solutions and specialization serves niche marketplaces that we know well. This expertise gives us a successful foundation that spans generations. You never know where a career in insurance will take you. Whether you are starting your career or are looking for a company to grow your experience, at Great American Insurance Group, you can join our more than 8,500 employees to "Be Here. Be GREAT!" To learn more, visit our Career Page