VP Product Management

VP Product Management

The Vice President of Product Management will lead a team to develop software platforms, technology products, and tools across claims, operations, actuarial, underwriting. This individual will leverage their experience owning end-to-end software development, delivery of strategic projects, and product management to drive business innovation and operational efficiency. Experience within insurance and / or financial services is a plus, as the role involves working with cross-functional teams to optimize technology solutions in a dynamic market. This role requires collaboration and coordination with senior leadership to ensure technology, underwriting, actuarial, claims and operations strategies align with broader organizational objectives, particularly in the context of evolving product development and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities :

• People Leadership
• Manage a team of product managers to support implementations and ongoing development of internal technology platform
• Instill and teach critical skills including executive communication, strategy development, and project management
• Manage scrum leaders and business analysts to ensure day to day delivery of tasks, maintenance to backlogs, and overall requirements delivery
• Software Development
• Experience managing multiple scrums and backlogs
• Good at solving business problems with software solutions
• Experience working with architects to deliver the right solution
• Understanding of platform migration, data migration, and sunsetting legacy systems
• Work with blended teams of internal developers and external SIs
• Strategic Planning & Analysis :
• Assist in the development of claims, technology, and operations strategies, with a focus on product development, to enhance efficiency, drive innovation, and optimize business performance.
• Apply consulting methodologies to analyze business operations, identify challenges, and recommend improvements.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and product performance assessments to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop business cases for new product initiatives and technology investments, ensuring alignment with broader organizational objectives.
• Product Development & Innovation :
• Support the product development lifecycle by collaborating with partner teams to ensure technology solutions align with customer needs and business goals.
• Assist in the creation and execution of product roadmaps, ensuring efficient resource allocation and timely delivery of new product features.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, claims, operations) to drive product innovation.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends to integrate into product development and enhance competitive advantage.
• Project Management & Execution :
• Lead and support cross-functional projects focused on technology and operations improvements, with an emphasis on product development initiatives.
• Use project management frameworks to ensure projects are executed on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Act as a liaison between stakeholders, ensuring alignment between business objectives and product / technology initiatives.
• Technology Optimization :
• Assess and optimize the technology stack to ensure it supports product development efforts and operational scalability.
• Recommend and implement improvements in technology infrastructure to enhance performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Work with the IT and product teams to streamline product development processes through automation and new technologies.
• Consulting Support :
• Leverage consulting experience to provide strategic advice and solutions to key stakeholders, helping shape the direction of technology and operations strategies.
• Support senior leadership in high-level decision-making processes, providing actionable insights based on thorough analysis and market trends.
• Facilitate workshops, presentations, and strategy sessions to communicate complex concepts in a clear, understandable way.
• Operational Process Improvement :
• Identify and propose strategies for optimizing operational processes related to product development, technology adoption, and resource management.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure technology and operations strategies support the efficient launch and scaling of products.
• Drive process improvements to enhance the overall product development cycle, from ideation to delivery.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting :
• Regularly present strategic findings, recommendations, and project updates to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Develop clear, compelling reports and presentations that communicate insights on product development, technology strategy, and operational performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment on strategic objectives.
Key Requirements :
• Education :
• Bachelor's degree in technical field or from a competitive university
• Experience :
• 10-15 years of experience in management consulting, product management, product development, technology strategy, or operations strategy.
• At least 4 years of people leadership
• Ability to apply analytical frameworks to solve business challenges.
• Experience working within product development teams, from concept to execution, in both startup and enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies, product lifecycle management, and technology implementation best practices.
• Experience in evaluating and recommending technology solutions to enhance product and operational performance.
• Strong understanding of the intersection between technology, operations, and product development.
• Insurance experience is a plus
• Skills & Competencies :
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong ability to draw insights from data and translate them into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience presenting complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana), and data visualization platforms.
• Strong project management skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead initiatives and coordinate cross-functional teams.

Additional Information :

In accordance with Washington D.C. pay transparency law, the salary range for this position is $155,000-$220,000 annually. Healthcare benefits are available and will be discussed prior to the first interview.

Full benefit package including medical, dental, life, vision, company paid short / long term disability, 401(k), tuition assistance and more.

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