Insurance Product Manager – Expert

Independence Pet Group

. Lead the strategic direction of the pet insurance product suite .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $169,279 - $230,836 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading pet insurance product development, including underwriting guidelines, pricing strategies, and market analysis. Proven ability to drive product lifecycle management and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and compliance.

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Insurance Pricing StrategiesProduct Management ExperienceRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeData Analysis and InterpretationLeadership Experience

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Hard Skills

Underwriting FrameworksProduct DevelopmentMarket ResearchRisk ModelsPricing AlgorithmsCustomer SegmentationPortfolio AnalysisData-Driven Decision MakingInsurance Market DynamicsStatistical Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStakeholder ManagementProblem SolvingCollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeExcelPowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Pet InsuranceRegulatory FrameworksCompliance ProcessesCustomer EngagementMarket Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategic direction of the pet insurance product suite
Develop and refine underwriting guidelines, appetite statements, rating algorithms, and product structures
Identify customer needs and emerging pet insurance trends and convert insights into product enhancements and concepts
Own the end-to-end product lifecycle from ideation and feasibility assessment through development, launch, monitoring, and improvement
Lead market research, competitive benchmarking, and customer segmentation
Monitor competitor pricing, coverage features, distribution strategies, and customer experience
Translate market intelligence into recommendations for product evolution, pricing adjustments, and strategic initiatives
Partner with actuarial teams on pricing strategies, risk models, and rating structures
Work with underwriting to refine risk appetite and support complex-risk decisions
Collaborate with sales, marketing, and distribution partners on go-to-market strategies, product messaging, and launch plans
Support portfolio analysis and performance reviews with finance, operations, and data teams
Serve as the internal and external subject matter expert for assigned pet insurance products
Deliver training, product education, and technical support to stakeholders and partners
Represent IPG in discussions with carriers, reinsurers, brokers, and regulatory bodies
Drive innovation across insurance and non-insurance offerings, including wellness packages, loyalty programs, digital tools, and customer engagement features
Explore emerging technologies such as tele-vet services, AI-driven claims tools, and pet wellness ecosystems
Stay current with regulatory developments and ensure product materials, policy wordings, and rating structures meet requirements
Support compliance reviews, audits, documentation, strategic initiatives, portfolio reviews, and business planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Risk Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or Actuarial Science
12+ years of experience in insurance pricing, underwriting and/or product performance (8+ with a Master’s or 5+ with a PhD)
3+ years of State Product Management experience preferred
Leadership experience preferred
Demonstrated experience developing and managing insurance products, pricing strategies, and underwriting frameworks
Strong understanding of insurance market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and compliance processes
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and drive data-driven decision-making
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and creatively solve complex problems
Ability to collect, analyze, and synthesize data to drive informed product decisions
Ability to effectively communicate complex ideas and analysis for internal audiences
Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to a changing, fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative approach across departments and seniority levels
Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Knowledge of pet insurance market trends, customer behaviors, and distribution models is a strong advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus eligibility
Comprehensive full medical, dental and vision Insurance
Basic Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
Company paid short-term and long-term disability
12 weeks of 100% paid Parental Leave
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Retirement savings plan
Personal Paid Time Off
Paid holidays and company-wide Wellness Day off
Paid time off to volunteer at nonprofit organizations
Pet friendly office environment
Commuter Benefits
Group Pet Insurance
On the job training and skills development
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)