Director Of Product Management

United Educators (UE) provides liability insurance and risk management services to more than 1,600 members representing schools, colleges, and universities throughout the United States. With over 35 years serving education, we bring deep expertise to our members and focus on delivering an experience that leaves them feeling confident that we understand their needs and offer insights and solutions suited for their unique challenges. These sentiments are echoed in our culture, where we believe that building on and embracing our unique differences and perspectives enables us to better serve our members and fulfill UE’s mission in a hybrid-style environment.

For over 35 years, we have provided coverage and risk management solutions to some of the nation’s most interesting education institutions. Are you a self-driven, organized individual with insurance product management experience? Does leading a small product management team critical to the company’s strategic plan appeal to you? Do you enjoy interacting with internal and external stakeholders and developing product solutions in an ever-changing market? If this sounds appealing to you, please apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Analyzes market research and constituent feedback to support the identification and prioritization of new or modified product offerings
• Sets team priorities and objectives, provides performance feedback, and coaches team members in their professional development
• Develops, prepares, and presents product proposals for present and future industry trends through market research and survey results
• Oversees inter-departmental training sessions for new products and initiatives
• Monitors effectiveness of existing products and looks for opportunities to further refine, streamline, and improve current products
• Monitors and reports internally on emerging litigation, risks, and market opportunities;
• Directs the development of underwriting guides and reference materials for new products;
• Participates in the development and execution of product strategy to support UE’s strategic plan and creates roadmap for the department based on the strategic plan, member needs and emerging industry risks
• Provides input on development of pricing and product strategies for designated market segments
• Manage relationships with external and internal constituents to ensure the integration of the Product Management function into the business

Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to create project plans and lead projects
• Experience delivering effective presentations to senior internal and external constituents
• 6+ years of Product Management experience
• Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years commercial liability insurance experience
• Demonstrated ability to create and execute on insurance product strategy
• Experience gathering, organizing, and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data to inform decisions in a changing environment
• Expertise in the structure and terminology of insurance products
• Ability to thrive in an atmosphere of constant change

Benefits:

• Inclusive and supportive culture that embraces diverse ideas and opinions
• Work-life balance - like the service we provide to our members, we want our employees to feel assured, cared for, and enlightened
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• Hybrid schedule - employees work in our office 2-3 days per week
• Monthly lunches and various social events throughout the year