Senior Product Manager - Insurtech Innovation

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Stock options or performance bonuses

Health insurance and retirement plans

Learning opportunities and access to最新

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Product Manager for a forward-thinking Insurtech leader. This fully remote role within South Africa focuses on the entire product lifecycle—from ideation and strategy to launch and iteration—with a strong emphasis on creating seamless digital insurance experiences.

The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of insurance products, agile methodologies, and a passion for building disruptive digital solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 6+ years in product management with a focus on digital/Insurtech.
• Proven track record of launching and scaling digital products.
• Strong understanding of agile (Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management.
• Experience with user research, journey mapping, and usability testing.
• Familiarity with APIs, data analytics, and emerging technologies in insurance.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for Insurtech products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and gather customer feedback.
• Translate strategy into requirements, user stories, and prototypes.
• Manage backlog and prioritize features by value, needs, and feasibility.
• Collaborate with engineering during agile development for timely delivery.
• Define and track KPIs to measure success.
• Work with marketing and sales on go-to-market strategies.
• Champion customer experience and usability across digital products.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and regulatory changes in Insurtech.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

User research

Journey mapping

Usability testing

APIs

Data analytics

AI awareness

Blockchain awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, CS, or related field

Tools

APIs

Blockchain

AI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking leader in the Insurtech space, is looking for a visionary Senior Product Manager to drive innovation and shape the future of their digital insurance offerings. This is a fully remote role, empowering you to work from any location within South Africa. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and strategy development to launch and iteration, with a strong focus on leveraging technology to create seamless customer experiences. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of insurance products, agile methodologies, and a passion for building disruptive digital solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, marketing, and data science to deliver market-leading Insurtech products. We foster a dynamic, remote-first environment that encourages creativity and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for Insurtech products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback gathering to identify new opportunities.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and prototypes.
• Manage the product backlog and prioritize features based on business value, customer needs, and technical feasibility.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams throughout the agile development process to ensure timely and high-quality product delivery.
• Define and track key product metrics (KPIs) to measure success and inform future iterations.
• Work with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and ensure successful product launches.
• Champion the customer experience, ensuring digital products are intuitive, user-friendly, and meet evolving needs.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory changes impacting the Insurtech landscape.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in product management, with a significant portion focused on digital products or Insurtech.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling digital products.
• Strong understanding of agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with user research, journey mapping, and usability testing.
• Familiarity with APIs, data analytics, and emerging technologies like AI and blockchain in an insurance context.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote, and innovative work environment.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Our client provides an attractive salary package, including stock options or performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits are standard.
• You will have access to cutting-edge tools, continuous learning opportunities through online courses and conferences, and the chance to work with a passionate and talented global team.
• Be part of a company that is revolutionizing the insurance industry from anywhere in South Africa.