Lead Insurance Product Developer; Remote
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Insurance
Risk Manager/Analyst, Insurance Sales
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role
Our client, a forward-thinking insurance provider, is seeking an innovative and strategic Lead Insurance Product Developer to spearhead the creation and enhancement of their insurance product offerings. This fully remote position requires a visionary leader with extensive experience in product management and a profound understanding of the insurance landscape. You will be responsible for driving product strategy, from ideation and market research to design, development, and successful launch.
Operating in a remote-first capacity, this role offers unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to shape the future of insurance products from anywhere in South Africa. We are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and dynamic virtual workspace where your leadership and expertise will be highly valued. This is a unique chance to innovate within the insurance sector, influence market trends, and contribute significantly to our client's growth and success while enjoying the autonomy and convenience of a remote role.
The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical acumen and a passion for developing cutting-edge insurance solutions.
- Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle for new and existing insurance products.
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and gaps.
- Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with business objectives.
- Collaborate with actuarial, underwriting, legal, and marketing teams to design product features and specifications.
- Develop pricing strategies and profitability models for new and existing products.
- Ensure product compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Oversee the successful launch and ongoing management of insurance products.
- Gather customer feedback and market intelligence to drive product improvements.
- Mentor and guide junior product development team members in a virtual setting.
- Present product strategies and performance reports to senior management.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in insurance product development or management.
- Proven track record of successfully launching and managing insurance products.
- Deep understanding of various insurance lines of business (e.g., life, non-life, health).
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience with product management tools and methodologies.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks governing the insurance industry.
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or a related field.
- Ability to work autonomously and lead a remote team effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving market.
- Attractive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Significant autonomy and influence over product strategy.
- Opportunity to work remotely from any location within South Africa.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Collaborative and innovative virtual team environment.
- Contribution to a leading and respected insurance company.
- Comprehensive health and wellness support programs.
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