Senior Manager - Product Development (Life Insurance)

This role offers the opportunity to shape innovative life insurance solutions in response to evolving market and distribution needs. The position requires end-to-end product management experience, with hands-on exposure to unit-linked product development and project delivery.

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Keywords: life insurance, product development, hybrid working, international opportunities, inclusive benefits

A distinguished global insurer is seeking a Senior Manager for Product Development within its Life Insurance division, based in Bangkok. This prestigious appointment offers the opportunity to influence the evolution of life insurance products by responding thoughtfully to emerging market trends and distribution requirements. The successful candidate will assume a central role in formulating refined propositions, particularly for Unit Linked products, whilst ensuring unwavering adherence to regulatory standards. The organisation provides flexible hybrid working arrangements, generous performance-based incentives, and an authentically inclusive environment that nurtures both professional advancement and personal well-being. With access to international career pathways and bespoke learning programmes, you will be empowered to make a significant contribution to both the enterprise and its valued clientele.

• Benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements, remote collaboration options, and work-from-anywhere policies designed to support your work-life balance and personal commitments.
• Receive fixed and performance-related bonuses, comprehensive equality welfare including dedicated LGBTQA+ support, and access to global online training modules tailored to your professional development.
• Join a supportive community offering international prospects for progression, employee well-being resource groups, and a culture that genuinely values diversity and inclusion at every level.

What you'll do:

In the capacity of Senior Manager Product Development Life Insurance, you will be entrusted with overseeing the entire lifecycle of life insurance products—from conceptualisation through launch to post-implementation evaluation. Your daily responsibilities will encompass close collaboration with actuarial teams on data-driven proposals, coordination with IT and operations for seamless rollouts, preparation of essential documentation for regulatory approval, and support in developing engaging training materials. You will also lead special initiatives as directed by senior management while maintaining continuous vigilance over market trends to inform strategic decisions. Success in this role requires you to cultivate harmonious relationships across internal teams such as underwriting, claims, communications, as well as external partners including regulators or reinsurers. Your ability to manage multiple priorities whilst upholding exemplary standards of compliance and innovation will be instrumental in delivering exceptional outcomes.

• Oversee the comprehensive development of new life insurance products across all distribution channels in accordance with corporate strategy, with particular emphasis on distinctive propositions for Unit Linked offerings.
• Undertake meticulous market research, customer analysis, and competitive benchmarking to ensure product relevance across diverse customer segments.
• Prepare detailed data analyses and research reports to underpin proposals during actuarial consultations and strategic deliberations.
• Formulate compelling product concepts and alternative solutions for presentation to the steering committee, ensuring alignment with overarching strategic objectives.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to establish robust procedures that facilitate seamless implementation prior to product launch.
• Draft policy contracts, sales illustrations, and simulation documents required for regulatory submission and system integration, ensuring precision and compliance throughout.
• Review and contribute substantively to the creation of product materials, functional specifications, training content, guidelines, and operational procedures for internal stakeholders.
• Lead ad-hoc projects pertaining to product development as assigned by management, demonstrating adaptability and effective project stewardship.
• Support ongoing analysis of product information and market data for management reporting purposes while disseminating insights across relevant departments.

What you bring:

To excel as Senior Manager Product Development Life Insurance you will draw upon your extensive background within the life insurance sector—particularly your direct involvement in developing products that satisfy both market expectations and regulatory obligations. Your interpersonal abilities will enable you to nurture positive relationships across departments while your analytical acumen allows you to interpret intricate data sets into actionable insights. You are adept at navigating collaborative environments where clear communication is paramount. Your technical proficiency ensures that all documentation adheres rigorously to established standards whilst supporting efficient project delivery. Above all else, your commitment to inclusivity aligns seamlessly with an organisation that esteems diversity at every echelon.

• A degree in Actuarial Science, Marketing, Business Administration or a related discipline provides you with the requisite foundational knowledge for this position.
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in life insurance product development ensures you possess profound industry insight and practical expertise.
• Comprehensive understanding of sales processes and marketing strategies within the life insurance sector enables you to align product features with client needs effectively.
• Exceptional communication skills enable you to foster rapport across diverse teams and articulate complex concepts clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken) ensures effective engagement within an international context.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook equips you to prepare professional documentation and presentations efficiently.
• Experience collaborating constructively with regulatory bodies such as OIC or reinsurance partners is highly regarded.
• Ability to coordinate seamlessly with internal functions including actuarial teams, IT specialists, underwriters (UW), point-of-sale (POS) staff, claims handlers, communications experts, and implementation teams enhances your effectiveness.
• A proven record of managing multiple projects concurrently demonstrates your organisational acumen and reliability.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation distinguishes itself as a global leader committed not only to excellence in insurance solutions but also to cultivating an inclusive workplace where all colleagues may flourish. Employees benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements—including remote collaboration options—that promote genuine work-life balance. Personalised learning journeys are available through global online training modules designed expressly for professional advancement. International mobility is encouraged via structured career pathways while employee well-being resource groups provide ongoing communal support. Here you will discover a collaborative culture that celebrates diversity—empowering you to share ideas freely whilst forging enduring connections across borders.

What's next:

If you are prepared to advance your career within life insurance product development at an esteemed global institution—this is your opportunity.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; do not miss this distinguished opportunity.

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551