Controls and monitors the product development process from ideation through implementation. Ensures optimal speed to market, strategic continuity and adherence to established governance and controls.

Responsibilities

  • Provide guidance and feedback on initial product specifications and design documents.
  • Create high-level product plans including product strategy, features, systems approach, project impacts and milestone dates.
  • Submit product intake request to prioritize projects and secure resources.
  • Serve as a product subject matter expert for business requirement gathering and contract drafting activities.
  • Collaborate with functional areas throughout the process, including product development, pricing, contract drafting & filing, legal, sales, marketing, technical services, operations, and the project management office (PMO).
  • Partner with PMO to obtain estimates, project documentation and required approvals.
  • Facilitate meetings with key stakeholders throughout the process and provide reports as required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a business related field or equivalent experience.
  • Five years of experience in a position requiring detailed knowledge of products and/or systems in the insurance/financial services industry.
  • Proficient in one or more of the following product lines, which include life insurance, annuity products, retirement plans, health insurance, casualty insurance and group/employer sponsored insurance products.
  • Working knowledge of systems that support at least one product line and impact multiple functional areas.
  • Communication skills to convey complex information to large audiences at all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team to executive deliverables.
  • Creative thinker able to find solutions and drive continuous improvement to the product process.
  • Results driven with the ability to meet tight deadlines using time-management, multitasking and organizational skills.
  • Analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Project management skills.
  • Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Transamerica products.

Working Conditions

  • Hybrid office environment.

The Salary for this position generally ranges between $65,000-$74,000 annually.  Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Additionally, this position is typically eligible for a 7.5% Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. 

This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation in order to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.