Remote Insurance Product Manager - Digital Transformation

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible work-life balance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 invites an innovative Remote Insurance Product Manager to lead the end-to-end lifecycle of digital insurance offerings—from conception and strategy to launch and ongoing optimization. This fully remote role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere.

You will collaborate with engineering, marketing, sales and operations in an agile environment to translate market insights into customer-centric products and drive digital transformation in the insurance space.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of product management experience with digital products.
• Experience defining product strategy, roadmaps and launching digital products.
• Strong understanding of agile development methodologies and product lifecycle management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for digital insurance products.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer feedback to identify product opportunities.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and product specifications.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure timely and high-quality product delivery.
• Work with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and product launch plans.
• Monitor product performance, analyze key metrics, and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage the product backlog and prioritize features based on business value and customer needs.
• Champion the customer experience throughout the product development process.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends in insurtech and digital products.
• Facilitate effective communication and alignment among cross-functional teams.

Skills

Product management

Agile methodologies

Data analysis

User research

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering force in the insurance industry, is seeking an innovative and strategic Remote Insurance Product Manager to drive their digital transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote role, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of digital insurance products, from conception and strategy development to launch and ongoing optimization. This role requires a blend of market insight, product development expertise, and a passion for leveraging technology to create exceptional customer experiences. You will work closely with engineering, marketing, sales, and operations teams in a collaborative, agile environment to bring groundbreaking insurance solutions to market. If you are a visionary product leader ready to shape the future of digital insurance, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for digital insurance products.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer feedback to identify product opportunities.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and product specifications.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure timely and high-quality product delivery.
• Work with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and product launch plans.
• Monitor product performance, analyze key metrics, and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage the product backlog and prioritize features based on business value and customer needs.
• Champion the customer experience throughout the product development process.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends in insurtech and digital products.
• Facilitate effective communication and alignment among cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product management, with a significant focus on digital products, preferably in the insurance or financial services industry.
• Proven experience in defining product strategy, roadmaps, and launching successful digital products.
• Strong understanding of agile development methodologies and product lifecycle management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with user research, market analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
• Familiarity with insurtech trends and digital insurance solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering exceptional work-life balance and flexibility.
• An attractive annual salary of R .
• Opportunities to innovate and lead in the digital insurance space.
• Collaborative and supportive remote work culture.
• Access to professional development and training resources.
• Contribution towards health and wellness programs.
• Chance to significantly impact the company's digital strategy.