Product Manager (Financial Services)

Job Responsibilities

• Own and manage tech product solutions across their full lifecycle, from strategy and roadmap planning to delivery and performance tracking.
  
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment with objectives and smooth execution.
  
• Translate business needs into clear product requirements, specifications, and user experience guidance.
  
• Lead system implementation, enhancements, testing, and user validation activities.
  
• Prioritize product demands, negotiate trade-offs, and manage stakeholder expectations.
  
• Support business case development and assess the financial impact of proposed initiatives.
  
• Contribute to long- and mid-term product and portfolio planning aligned with IT and business strategy.
  
• Promote best practices, governance, and a culture of agile, cost-efficient delivery.
  
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members while managing resource planning and performance.
  

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field.
  
• 6-8 years of experience in IT product management, software engineering, or similar roles, including 3-5 years in a supervisory capacity.
  
• Proven experience leading IT projects from planning through delivery, with strong knowledge of systems, data, and technology implementation.
  
• Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies and ability to manage timelines and resources effectively.
  
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including with senior management.
  
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
  
• Preferably experienced in insurance operations or distribution models.
  
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, and effective in team-based environments.