Vice President - Product Development Leader

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Vice President - Product Development Leader to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role will lead continuous improvement work focused on process discipline, productivity, and measurable operating gains. You will partner with operational leaders and project stakeholders to standardize workflows, identify bottlenecks, and improve execution quality. The position offers the opportunity to create measurable efficiency gains and scalable operational improvements within a regulated financial services environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive the creation and enhancement of insurance products based on strategic profit center needs
• Translate opportunities into actionable product development plans with clear business cases
• Lead cross-functional teams to manage product development, review, and launch phases
• Collaborate with actuarial and underwriting to align pricing strategies with profitable growth
• Oversee compliance with state regulatory requirements and support resolution of inquiries
• Coordinate execution of product launches ensuring stakeholder clarity on roles and timelines
• Champion continuous improvement through product insights and operational enhancements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Risk Management, Insurance, or related field; advanced degree or CPCU/ARM preferred
• 10+ years in commercial insurance product development, underwriting, or leadership, with recent Director- or VP-level experience
• Expert knowledge in insurance product development, pricing methodologies, and regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with product development systems and tools for workflow and project tracking
• Proven track record in leading successful insurance product creation, approval, and lifecycle management
• Experience influencing and aligning senior cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment

Benefits

• Cultivates a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Promotes executive visibility into product development and lifecycle management
• Fosters a collaborative environment for cross-functional teams
• Enhances professional growth through leadership opportunities
• Supports competitive positioning of the product portfolio