* The Product Manager will work closely with the Senior Manager and will be responsible for the delivery of the product management roadmap.
* To proactively lead the end to end product management framework, competitor analysis and product design including development of strategies within risk appetite for new clients
* Build and lead technical conversation across the Metlife business and be known as the SME for group product.
* Build MetLife's position as a thought leader in the group insurance market by providing technical product advice, market information, health and community risk trends and product and customer insights to the business and to clients.
* Product ownership of the end to end product offering of the allocated portfolio, including drafting and approval of product specification documents, policy documents, PDS documents and other product related material.
* Execution of the product roadmap and client specific solutions within the agreed scope (including market research, technical development, opportunity assessment and strategic recommendations)
* Researching and developing new product concepts, including working in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders in assessing product development ideas.
* Manage client requests and responsible for internal due diligence
* Product technical support for system enhancement as Metlife executes its strategy as a digital lead insurer
* Proactive change management and engagement of key business stakeholders regarding any product upgrade or change of assigned portfolio
* Supporting the distribution and pricing teams on new business opportunities and contributing to tender response documents/presentation as required.
* Provide technical guidance and education to claims, underwriting and admin teams to ensure appropriate processes are in place to ensure administration of the product as intended.
* Develop and maintain key internal and external relationships.
* Execution of any internal projects or initiatives as assigned
* Relevant Tertiary Qualifications
* RG146 accredited or, subject to business demands, willing to attain accreditation within 3 months of obtaining role
* 3+ years product management experience in insurance/ financial services is desirable, or at least 3 years' experience in the group insurance environment.
* Knowledge of market including:
* Working knowledge of the financial services industry including: structure, the role of different parties in the superannuation/group insurance value chain, market drivers and current trends, and legislative and regulatory obligations.
* Understanding of MetLife's competitors including key offerings and relationship strategies.
* Exposure to the industry fund market, and or corporate super market
* Ideally, exposure to financial products/services gained through:
* Working in the life insurance or financial services industry.
* Interacting with group insurance clients.
* Broader business and commercial experience.
Benefits We Offer
When you join MetLife Australia, you are joining a company that demonstrates holistic care and wellbeing for employees with benefits and programs that address physical, mental, social and financial health. We offer life insurance benefits, generous paid parental leave, market leading menopause and fertility leave, car leasing and more. As well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP), access to 360Health medical support, volunteer leave and study assistance.
About MetLife
Recognised on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces, as well as the Diversity Council ofAustralia Inclusive Employer Award, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible. Join us
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