Product Development Director - Harrison Holgate : Job Details

Position: Product Development DirectorCompany: A leading specialist in commercial insurance, serving clients within the Lloyd's and company marketsFunction / Area: LegalReports to: VP, General CounselLocation: London/Hybrid Salary: IRO £120,000 - £150,000Position Summary:* This role offers a unique chance to lead and innovate within the product development sphere in the commercial insurance sector. * The Product Development Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of product management across multiple geographies and languages, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities:* Collaborate with senior management to deliver efficient and effective service to both internal and external customers. * Develop and implement strategic goals for product development, enhancing the function as a market-leading resource. * Liaise with global offices to direct product development strategy. * Oversee the creation and approval of standard and non-standard policy documents, ensuring they meet compliance and operational standards. * Manage a team of Product Development Advisers, guiding them to achieve organisational objectives. * Ensure all legal and regulatory requirements are met, implementing appropriate compliance measures. * Collaborate with the legal team to monitor coverage litigation and update policy documents accordingly. Skills, Knowledge & Experience:* Over 10 years of practical experience in an insurance company, broker, or law firm specialising in insurance, with a focus on policy wordings. * Exceptional collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with Underwriting, Claims, and international teams. * Strong project management abilities, capable of handling multiple tasks and delivering results with minimal supervision. * Analytical prowess, able to identify and assess issues within a commercial framework swiftly. * Extensive knowledge of the insurance business, including product development, underwriting, claims, legal, and regulatory aspects. * Proficient in resolving short-term problems while supporting long-term objectives. * Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with various business areas and external contacts. * Strong organisational skills and solid computer proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe. * Expertise in policy drafting across all lines, with experience in creating and drafting insurance products from scratch.