Senior Product Analyst (Remote)

Horan Securities, Inc.; Des Plaines (IL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative digital insurance platform is seeking a Senior Product Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on enhancing product offerings through data analysis and strategic recommendations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and drive business growth. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the insurance industry, a strong analytical background, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking company that values creativity and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a product analyst or similar analytical role.
• Deep understanding of personal lines insurance products and customer needs.
• Proven track record of driving successful product development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on personal lines insurance products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform product development.

Skills

Data Analysis

Problem-Solving

Communication

Critical Thinking

Digital Transformation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Excel

SQL

Data Visualization Software

MS Project

MS Teams

Visio

Miro

Job description

**This role is fully remote - must be in the US**

VIU by HUB

Powered by HUB International, VIU by HUB is a new kind of digital insurance platform designed to help people find the right policies for the fullest coverage, quickly and easily, with the guidance of our experts along the way. As a dynamic start-up within HUB International, VIU by HUB combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the robust support of a leading global insurance brokerage. VIU by HUB is a comprehensive solution for all your personal insurance needs, enabling customers to compare, shop, and receive customized quotes from top-rated insurance carriers, while providing unbiased advice for your insurance journey, either digitally or through a human advisor.

Job Overview

The Senior Product Analyst is a key member of VIU by HUB’s product team, responsible for driving the development and implementation of critical solutions across VIU by HUB and support VIU’s Product Leader. As a high-impact performer, you will leverage your deep insurance industry expertise, strong analytical skills, and understanding of digital transformation to identify opportunities, analyze data, and develop strategic recommendations to enhance the company's product offerings and drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a subject matter expert on personal lines insurance products, policies, and customer needs, ensuring the company's solutions align with industry best practices and evolving market trends.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including tech, engineering, design, and customer success, to define product requirements, roadmaps, and go-to-market strategies.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and customer segmentation to uncover insights that inform product development and enhancements.
• Utilize advanced analytical techniques, such as forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning, to assess the viability and potential impact of new product ideas and features.
• Develop comprehensive business cases, including financial projections and return-on-investment analyses, to support product investment decisions.
• Continuously monitor product performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and propose data-driven solutions to optimize the customer experience and drive growth.
• Effectively communicate findings, recommendations, and decisions to key stakeholders, including executive leadership, and facilitate alignment and buy-in.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in digital transformation, and leverage this knowledge to enhance the company's product strategy.
• Mentor and develop more junior members of the product team, sharing your expertise and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field, such as business, economics, or data science; advanced degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a product analyst or similar analytical role, preferably within the insurance industry
• Deep understanding of personal lines insurance products, policies, and customer needs
• Proven track record of driving successful product development and enhancement initiatives
• Expertise in data analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling, with strong proficiency in tools like Excel, SQL, and data visualization software
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Experience in digital transformation and a solid understanding of emerging technologies in the insurance industry
• Adaptable and proactive, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly evolving startup environment
• Disciplined analytical problem-solver with ability to turn insights into strategy
• Drives strategic execution - translating strategic priorities into operational reality
• Ability to understand and navigate interdependencies with multiple functional areas – IT/engineering, design, finance, sales, marketing
• Experience and comfort level with technology, including large scale technical platforms and API development. Ability to facilitate communication between business and tech teams
• Comfort level working around ambiguity and uncertainty
• Ability to define measurements and track attainment of business objectives
• Champion for the customer and of new ways of working, including Agile
• Collaborates and empowers a cross-functional team
• An experimentation and learning mindset (e.g. lean startup approach
• Entrepreneur’s mentality – hands-on, fearless, resilient, proactive
• Advanced Excel Proficiency
• Working knowledge of program/project management and ideation software (MS Project, MS Teams, Visio, Miro, etc.)
• Entrepreneur’s mentality – hands-on, fearless, resilient, proactive

#VIUbyHUB

Department Information TechnologyRequired Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experienceRequired Travel: Up to 25%Required Education: Bachelor's degree (4-year degree)

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