Head of Product Development - Insurtech

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Remote work

Performance bonuses

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Product Development to lead the product strategy and execution for digital insurance solutions. This fully remote role offers the chance to shape the future of Insurtech by guiding end-to-end product lifecycle from concept through launch.

You will manage a diverse team of product managers, designers, and engineers, driving market research, user feedback, and data-driven decisions in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in product management with leadership experience.
• Experience in Insurtech or Fintech domains.
• Proven track record of launching and scaling digital products.
• Strong understanding of insurance products and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for Insurtech products.
• Lead and mentor product managers, designers, and engineers.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and gather customer feedback.
• Translate strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and prototypes.
• Oversee agile development and ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and support for launches and adoption.
• Analyze product metrics and user data for improvements.
• Stay ahead of Insurtech trends.

Skills

Product strategy

Leadership

Agile

Market research

Stakeholder mgmt

Data analytics

UX design

Team mentorship

Education

Master's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

UX tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing Insurtech innovator, is looking for a visionary and results-driven Head of Product Development to spearhead their product strategy and execution. This is a fully remote role, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere, and a unique opportunity to shape the future of digital insurance solutions. You will be responsible for leading the end-to-end product lifecycle, from conceptualization and market research to launch and iteration, with a strong emphasis on leveraging technology to create seamless and customer-centric insurance experiences. This position demands a blend of strategic thinking, market insight, and a passion for innovation in the financial services sector. Join us in redefining the insurance landscape from the ground up, remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the overall product vision, strategy, and roadmap for Insurtech products.
• Lead and mentor a team of product managers, designers, and engineers.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback gathering.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and prototypes.
• Oversee the agile development process, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, sales, and customer support teams to ensure successful product launches and market adoption.
• Analyze product performance metrics and user data to identify areas for improvement and future development.
• Stay at the forefront of technological advancements and industry trends in Insurtech.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in product management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, specifically within the Insurtech or Fintech space.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling digital products.
• Deep understanding of insurance products, market dynamics, and regulatory landscapes.
• Expertise in agile methodologies and product development lifecycle management.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with data analytics tools and user experience (UX) design principles.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive compensation package, including equity options.
• Flexible, fully remote work environment with a global reach.
• Generous performance-based bonuses and annual reviews.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Unlimited professional development budget and opportunities to attend industry conferences.
• Significant autonomy and the chance to build groundbreaking products from scratch.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company culture that values innovation and collaboration, all done remotely.