Product Development Director

Harrison Holgate
London
Position: Product Development Director

Company : A leading specialist in commercial insurance, serving clients within the Lloyd’s and company markets

Function / Area: Legal
Reports to : VP, General Counsel
Location: London/Hybrid

Salary : IRO £120,000 - £150,000

Position Summary:
  • This role offers a unique chance to lead and innovate within the product development sphere in the commercial insurance sector.
  • The Product Development Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of product management across multiple geographies and languages, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with senior management to deliver efficient and effective service to both internal and external customers.
  • Develop and implement strategic goals for product development, enhancing the function as a market-leading resource.
  • Liaise with global offices to direct product development strategy.
  • Oversee the creation and approval of standard and non-standard policy documents, ensuring they meet compliance and operational standards.
  • Manage a team of Product Development Advisers, guiding them to achieve organisational objectives.
  • Ensure all legal and regulatory requirements are met, implementing appropriate compliance measures.
  • Collaborate with the legal team to monitor coverage litigation and update policy documents accordingly.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
  • Over 10 years of practical experience in an insurance company, broker, or law firm specialising in insurance, with a focus on policy wordings.
  • Exceptional collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with Underwriting, Claims, and international teams.
  • Strong project management abilities, capable of handling multiple tasks and delivering results with minimal supervision.
  • Analytical prowess, able to identify and assess issues within a commercial framework swiftly.
  • Extensive knowledge of the insurance business, including product development, underwriting, claims, legal, and regulatory aspects.
  • Proficient in resolving short-term problems while supporting long-term objectives.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with various business areas and external contacts.
  • Strong organisational skills and solid computer proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.
  • Expertise in policy drafting across all lines, with experience in creating and drafting insurance products from scratch.
Posted 2025-07-09

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