Product Development Manager (Commercial Middle Market P&C)

Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners, policyholders, and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure’s promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as well as the health and safety of every employee. With an A.M. Best “A” (Excellent) rating, Amerisure serves mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction, manufacturing and healthcare. Ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States, we proudly manage nearly $1 Billion of Direct Written Premium and maintain $1.21 billion in surplus.

Amerisure is recruiting a Product Development Manager to join our team!  This role will be hybrid 3 days a week in the local office & 2 from home.  Office locations include Atlanta GA, Charlotte NC, Chicago IL, Dallas TX, Farmington Hills MI, Indianapolis IN or Tampa FL.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Lead the product team in the planning, development, and maintenance of Amerisure’s product portfolio in support of enhancing Amerisure’s expertise in target markets. Oversee the research and response to key trends, regulatory adjustments, environmental forces, and market needs. Lead or manage Product backlog, leading stakeholder collaboration efforts while bringing project recommendations to execution. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage, train, provide performance feedback and assign duties of direct reports to ensure productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Supports the development and execution of Amerisure’s product strategy.
• Leads the review and analysis of intelligence, bureau programs, ISO and/or AAIS circulars as it pertains to new and existing products or coverages including the Rates, Rules, and Forms to convey the developed concepts.
• Continually manage and assess the evaluation of Amerisure’s product portfolio against the competitive landscape and target market needs to determine potential product enhancements and retirements.
• Manage the Product backlog including the intake process, prioritization, and stakeholder feedback.
• Maintains a complete product map of all Amerisure products to evaluate and address product interactions.
• Supports business case development for potential product solutions. Uses project management skills to support the execution of approved business cases.
• Maintains, develops, and leads the team to follow written risk and compliance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Develop and manage positive relationships with internal and external partners to achieve mutual success.
• Represent Amerisure’s interests through industry forums and interactions with regulatory agencies.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent work-related experience
• 10 years demonstrated coverage analysis experience within the insurance industry or similar role
• 5 years management experience in Commercial Property and Casualty Lines in a product management or similar role preferred
• CPCU and/or other property and casualty certifications preferred
• Intermediate computer skills required including Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to think strategically with a high degree of detail
• Ability to manage multiple project work teams using applied principles of project management
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build positive partnerships and work collaboratively with cross-functional business teams
• Ability to lead discussions, make presentations and deliver technical results to a non-technical audience
• Ability to travel up to 20%

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Just as we are committed to creating exceptional value for our Partners For Success® agencies and policyholders, Amerisure also remains committed to being an employer of choice. We reinforce this commitment by adhering to an Employee Value Proposition that, in part, is provided through a competitive total rewards package. This package includes competitive base pay, performance-based incentive pay, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing, and generous paid time off programs. We also offer flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance. Recognized as one of the Best and Brightest® Companies to Work For in the Nation and one of Business Insurance magazine’s Best Places to Work in Insurance, we provide a workplace that fosters excellence and professional growth. If you are looking for a collaborative and rewarding career, Amerisure is looking for you.

Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  Amerisure provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (to include sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Amerisure complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations where the company operates.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.   Amerisure prohibits harassment or discrimination of any kind and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful harassment or discrimination. Amerisure prohibits retaliation against anyone who reports discrimination, participates in an investigation, or opposes unlawful practices. Any improper interference with an employee’s ability to perform their job duties may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.