Head of Product & Health Risk Management | Centurion

The Recruitment Council; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Product & Health Risk Management responsible for designing and implementing health value propositions. This role requires strong leadership to enhance client engagement and drive innovative solutions. Ideal candidates will have 10-15 years in the health industry and a strong track record in product development and business transformation.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years in the health industry.
• At least 8–10 years in leadership.
• Proven track record in product development and strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an outcomes-based health value proposition.
• Manage the Multiply incentivised wellness strategy.
• Create cost-effective provider networks.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Strategic thinking

Experience managing wellness and reward programmes

Excellent stakeholder management

Education

Honours in Business or Science

Job description

As the Head of Product & Health Risk Management, you’ll be accountable for the design, development, and implementation of a holistic health value proposition. From pricing strategies and provider networks to incentivised wellness solutions and risk management, you’ll ensure sustainability and measurable clinical outcomes that matter.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Innovation:

• Develop and execute an outcomes-based health value proposition aligned to business strategy.
• Lead the design and development of innovative solutions tailored for different market segments.
• Oversee the integration of wellness and reward strategies into the overall health proposition.

Operational Excellence:

• Ensure seamless delivery of solutions in collaboration with Operations, IT, and Marketing.
• Drive competitor and industry research to anticipate trends and identify new opportunities.
• Manage the Multiply incentivised wellness strategy to maximise client engagement.

Client-Centric Solutions:

• Create provider networks that are cost-effective, sustainable, and client-focused.
• Measure and report on the impact of solutions on clinical outcomes, scheme sustainability, and client satisfaction.
• Engage stakeholders with insights and recommendations based on data-driven research.

Financial & Risk Management:

• Ensure competitive and sustainable pricing models.
• Develop health risk management strategies that improve outcomes and lower costs.
• Monitor profitability and sustainability of all solutions offered.

Qualification:

• Honours in Business or Science (Masters advantageous).

Experience:

• 10–15 years in the health industry, with at least 8–10 years in leadership.
• Proven track record in product development, strategy, and business transformation.

Skills:

• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.
• Experience managing wellness and reward programmes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Core Competencies:

• Business Acumen.
• Strategic Thinking.
• Driving Innovation & Change.
• Client & Stakeholder Commitment.
• Diversity & Inclusiveness.