Remote Insurance Product Development Specialist

Placements24; Paarl; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote work

Home office stipend

Unlimited PTO

Professional development

Global health coverage

Retirement contributions

Industry conferences

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a remote Insurance Product Development Specialist to lead end-to-end product ideation, design, and launch for a globally distributed team.

You will research market trends, define requirements, and build business cases with underwriting, actuarial, marketing, and technology partners to deliver market-leading insurance solutions. Strong remote collaboration and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or related field required.
• Master's degree or professional designation is a strong advantage.
• 5–7 years of product management or product development experience, preferably within the insurance industry.
• Proven ability to develop and launch successful new products in a complex market.
• Strong understanding of insurance products, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• A passion for innovation and a customer-centric approach to product development.

Responsabilités

• Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle for new insurance products and enhancements.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new product opportunities and unmet customer needs.
• Define product requirements, features, and specifications in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop business cases and financial models to support product proposals.
• Work closely with underwriting and actuarial teams to ensure product feasibility and profitability.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and product launch plans.
• Monitor product performance post-launch, gathering feedback for future iterations and improvements.
• Ensure product compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of industry innovations, technological advancements, and emerging market trends.
• Champion the product vision and effectively communicate product strategy to all levels of the organization.

Connaissances

Product management

Market research

Stakeholder management

Analytics

Communication

Remote collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Marketing

Master's degree or professional designation

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, an innovative insurance company committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions, is seeking a talented Remote Insurance Product Development Specialist to join their globally distributed team. Operating remotely, this role is instrumental in conceptualizing, designing, and launching new insurance products and features that meet evolving market demands and customer needs. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of market insight, product strategy acumen, and a deep understanding of the insurance lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including underwriting, actuarial, marketing, and technology, to bring innovative products from ideation to market. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of insurance offerings for a forward-thinking organization. We are looking for a creative thinker with strong analytical skills and a passion for developing market-leading insurance solutions. Your ability to research, analyse trends, and articulate product vision will be key to success. You will play a crucial role in ensuring our product portfolio remains competitive and relevant, driving growth and customer acquisition in diverse markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle for new insurance products and enhancements.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new product opportunities and unmet customer needs.
• Define product requirements, features, and specifications in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop business cases and financial models to support product proposals.
• Work closely with underwriting and actuarial teams to ensure product feasibility and profitability.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and product launch plans.
• Monitor product performance post-launch, gathering feedback for future iterations and improvements.
• Ensure product compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of industry innovations, technological advancements, and emerging market trends.
• Champion the product vision and effectively communicate product strategy to all levels of the organization.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
• A Master's degree or relevant professional designation is a strong advantage.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in product management or product development, preferably within the insurance industry.
• Proven ability to develop and launch successful new products in a complex market.
• Strong understanding of insurance products, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in product management tools and methodologies.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• A passion for innovation and a customer-centric approach to product development.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive global health coverage.
• Generous retirement savings contributions.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A truly flexible and remote work environment with a focus on autonomy.
• Home office stipend to ensure a productive workspace.
• Unlimited paid time off to promote work-life balance.
• Exposure to global markets and innovative product strategies.
• Virtual collaboration tools and platforms to foster connectivity.
• Opportunities to attend industry conferences and contribute to thought leadership.