Product Development Assistant Manager

The Product Development Assistant Manager is responsible for supporting the design, enhancement, and implementation of life insurance products that meet market needs, regulatory requirements, and company objectives. This position reports to the Head of Product Development and collaborates closely with Actuarial, Marketing, Operations, and Compliance teams. It is a mid-level role focused on product innovation, pricing analysis, and project execution.

This position exists to ensure timely and accurate development of competitive life insurance products, from concept to launch. The incumbent is accountable for delivering high-quality work that aligns with strategic goals, regulatory standards, and customer expectations. Success in this role is measured by product performance, compliance, and timely delivery of development milestones.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support product development for new insurance products and enhancements.
• Develop and ensure delivery of detailed product specifications and regulatory collaterals.
• Support regulatory filings and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with Product Propositions, Product Implementation, Pricing, Operations, IT, Risk management teams to deliver high quality product delivery.
• Manage small to medium projects independently.
• Support Product Development Lead with ad-hoc projects.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Actuarial, Financial, Business, or related field of study Minimum 3 years experience in Product Development and/or Pricing functions in Life Insurance industry.
• Understanding business processes and product development cycles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance technical detail and commercial impact.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across the business.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Self - driven to proactively identify what needs to be addresses and prioritized to best achieve objectives of their role.
• Ability to build and manage relationships with the key internal stakeholders

• We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit .

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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