Remote Insurance Product Development Specialist

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work

Home office allowance

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative and strategic Remote Insurance Product Development Specialist to conceptualize, design, and launch new insurance products. This role operates fully remotely, enabling you to contribute from anywhere while collaborating with marketing, sales, legal, and actuarial teams.

You will conduct market research, identify customer needs, and translate insights into compelling product offerings that drive growth and keep a competitive edge in the market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field such as Business, Marketing, Finance.
• 5+ years of experience in insurance product development or a related strategic role.
• Proven track record of launching new insurance products.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for new insurance products.
• Lead the design and development of innovative insurance products from concept to launch.
• Collaborate with underwriting, actuarial, and legal teams to ensure viability and compliance.
• Develop product documentation, marketing materials, and sales training resources.
• Monitor product performance, gather feedback, and recommend enhancements.

Skills

Market research

Strategic thinking

Project management

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and strategic Remote Insurance Product Development Specialist to conceptualize, design, and launch new insurance products. This role operates fully remotely, allowing you to contribute from anywhere while collaborating with cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, legal, and actuarial. You will be responsible for market research, identifying customer needs, and translating these insights into compelling product offerings that drive business growth and maintain a competitive edge in the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for new insurance products.
• Lead the design and development of innovative insurance products, from concept to launch.
• Collaborate with underwriting, actuarial, and legal teams to ensure product viability and compliance.
• Develop product documentation, marketing materials, and sales training resources.
• Monitor product performance, gather feedback, and recommend enhancements for existing offerings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in insurance product development or a related strategic role.
• Proven track record of successfully launching new insurance products.
• Excellent understanding of the insurance lifecycle and market dynamics.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven bonuses.
• Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to shape the future of insurance offerings from a strategic level.