UFG Insurance · 1 week ago
AVP - Product Management
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$154K/yr - $204K/yr
8+ years expUFG Insurance is seeking an AVP of Product Management to lead their product management function. This role involves overseeing the development and lifecycle management of insurance products while collaborating with senior leadership to drive growth and innovative solutions.
Financial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of product strategies that support business growth, profitability, and competitive positioning
Oversee the product lifecycle, including ideation, design, regulatory filings, launch and ongoing management
Conduct research on commercial products and markets to help make policy and practice decisions
Collaborate cross-functionally with Underwriting, Finance, Legal, Compliance, IT, Field Enablement, Underwriting Support and other business areas to ensure product initiatives are aligned and effectively executed
Create consistency by state/product to support speed to market
Validate and confirm effective technology implementation of rate changes and other enhancements
Determine project priorities and workflow standards for the product management teams
Monitor and manage performance measures to ensure effectiveness and accuracy of the department's implementation and delivery of new products and product enhancements
Function as an expert on internal and external factors that influence product line results
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies
Manage and development a team of product analysts and filing analysts, providing guidance, coaching and performance feedback
Oversee the hiring, training and professional development of team members to ensure a high degree of competency, professionalism, and execution
Ensure effective collaboration with business analysts – either as direct reports or as key partners in the building of requirements and UAT – to deliver high-quality product solutions
Monitor team workloads and adjust assignments to meet deadlines and service standards
Serve as a subject matter expert on product management processes, regulatory requirements, and market trends
Act as a go to resource for product related issues and decisions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in insurance, actuarial science, mathematics, risk management, economics, finance, accounting, business administration or other related fields
8+ years of property and casualty underwriting, product management experience
4+ years of product management and management experience
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and manage a high performing team
Advanced knowledge of ISO and NCCI commercial insurance products, markets, and regulatory environment
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed recommendations
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely
High emotional intelligence and the ability to lead by example
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions and with external partners
In-depth knowledge of analytical tools, expert level knowledge of core business functions, underwriting policies and best practices, performance measurement techniques, and systems required
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Excellent project management skills necessary
Proficiency in product management methodologies and process improvement
Preferred
MBA or similar post-graduate degree
Insurance licenses or designations such as AU, CPCU and/or ARM
Experience with commercial lines is strongly preferred
Familiarity with related commercial insurance functions such as underwriting, premium audit, and marketing
Benefits
Annual incentive compensation
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
Accident, critical illness & short-term disability insurance
Retirement plans with employer contributions
Generous time-off program
Programs designed to support the employee well-being and financial security
Performance-based incentives
Long-term incentive plans
Participation in executive benefit programs
Company
UFG Insurance
The United Fire Group (UFG) companies join together to offer a range of property/casualty products.
501-1000 employees
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President and Chief Executive Officer
Randy Ramlo
Chief Executive Officer
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