Product Development Manager

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Collaborates with the business to develop, draft and deliver expertly worded contract language to meet market demand and support corporate underwriting appetite while protecting the enterprise.
This position can be filled at the Product Development Manager or Consulting Director position. The level is determined based on the skills and experience of the selected candidate. For the consulting director role, we are looking for candidates typically with a minimum of 10 years of experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:

• Develops, revises, and maintains policy forms and endorsements for all enterprise first-party property product lines. Responsible for overseeing the product through its lifecycle to meet the demands of the market, regulatory environment and underwriting staff.
• Assists in responding to state inquiries and coordinates with other business partners as appropriate.
• Monitors, evaluates and advises business areas regarding state/federal legislative and regulatory activity and industry developments as they impact product lines including assisting with responses to regulatory inquiries.
• Consults and provides guidance on product and compliance issues in conjunction with business and regulatory attorneys.
• Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Collaborates with colleagues and the business, as needed, on special projects.
• Assists with creation and review of training, marketing and risk management materials relating to new products and forms.
• Proactively evaluates processes and procedures to identify areas for improvement or innovation.

May perform additional duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship
AVP or above
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Solid knowledge of first-party property insurance including products, underwriting, claim, legal, and regulatory.
• Ability to resolve short term problems while supporting long-term objectives.
• Strong interpersonal skills required to interact effectively with relevant business areas and external contacts.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Solid computer skills including strong working knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and other business related software systems.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and standard insurance contracts, coverage, and regulatory issues.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree; Juris Doctor preferred but not required
• Typically a minimum of five years related work experience in commercial and standard insurance claims, underwriting, coverage and contract drafting.

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