Senior Insurance Product Manager

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Equity or stock options

Professional development budget

Conference attendance

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Insurance Product Manager to join a fully remote team in South Africa. You will define, develop and launch insurance products across the lifecycle, shaping a customer-centric portfolio in a dynamic insurtech company.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in product management within insurance, with strong strategic and analytical skills, proven launch experience, and excellent leadership and stakeholder management. Remote work offers flexibility and growth.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of product management experience in the insurance sector.
• Proven track record of launching and managing insurance products.
• Deep knowledge of insurance principles, market dynamics, and regulatory landscapes.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, remote work environment.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of product strategies and roadmaps for insurance products.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer segmentation.
• Define product requirements and specifications with cross-functional teams.
• Manage the product lifecycle from ideation to launch and iteration.
• Collaborate with engineering, marketing, sales, legal, and compliance.
• Monitor performance and gather customer feedback for improvements.
• Develop go-to-market strategies for new launches.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Agile experience

Education

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

MBA (preferred)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the insurance technology space, is looking for a strategic and experienced Senior Insurance Product Manager to join their fully remote team. This critical role involves defining, developing, and launching new insurance products that meet market needs and drive business growth. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and market research to product delivery and performance monitoring. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the insurance industry, strong product management skills, and a passion for creating customer-centric solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of insurance products from the comfort of your home office, contributing to a company at the forefront of digital transformation in **South Africa**.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of product strategies and roadmaps for new and existing insurance products.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer segmentation to identify new product opportunities.
• Define product requirements, features, and specifications in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
• Manage the product development lifecycle, including ideation, design, development, testing, launch, and iteration.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, marketing, sales, legal, and compliance teams to ensure successful product delivery.
• Monitor product performance, gather customer feedback, and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement go‑to‑market strategies for new product launches.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes impacting the insurance market.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in product management, with a significant focus on insurance products.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing insurance products.
• Deep understanding of insurance principles, market dynamics, and regulatory landscapes.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, remote work environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.

Benefits

• A highly competitive senior‑level salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Fully remote work position offering exceptional flexibility and work‑life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous stock options or equity participation.
• Professional development budget and opportunities for conference attendance.
• Significant impact on product strategy and company direction.
• A dynamic and innovative company culture focused on growth and collaboration.