Overview

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Technology Strategy

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

We believe that challenges are best solved together. That’s why, when you join us, you become part of a diverse and global community of problem-solvers. You’ll find an unexpected mix of people who bring their unique expertise to build trust in society and tackle important issues. Here, we welcome and encourage you to lead with value and inspiration, question and challenge assumptions, as well as embrace new opportunities to deliver quality outcomes in exciting and unexpected ways, all with the support of technology.

At PwC South East Asia Consulting, we help businesses to work smarter and grow faster. We partner with our clients to build effective organisations, innovate and grow, reduce costs, manage risk and regulation and, leverage talent. Our aim is to support businesses in designing, managing and executing lasting beneficial change.

PwC’s South East Asia Consulting practice provides a comprehensive range of professional services and experience to deliver large scale, cross territory transformation projects, wherever our clients need us to be – from strategy through to execution.

About the Role

As a Senior Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

  • Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for actuarial products in alignment with business goals and stakeholder needs.

  • Gather, prioritize, and manage product requirements from various stakeholders, including clients, actuaries, business analysts, and technical teams.

  • Create and maintain a detailed product backlog, ensuring that user stories and acceptance criteria are well-defined and prioritized based on business value.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including actuarial, development, design, and QA, to ensure successful product delivery.

  • Act as the primary liaison between stakeholders and the development team, facilitating effective communication and decision-making.

  • Conduct regular backlog refinement sessions and sprint planning meetings to ensure the team is focused on the highest value features.

  • Review and accept completed user stories to ensure they meet the defined acceptance criteria and deliver the expected value.

  • Monitor and analyze product performance and user feedback to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

  • Present product updates and progress reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with business objectives.

  • Provide leadership and mentorship to junior product owners and team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellenc

About You

  • 7+ years experience in product management or a similar role, preferably within the insurance industry with a focus on actuarial products.

  • Strong understanding of actuarial processes and principles within the Life Insurance industry.

  • Proven experience in defining and delivering successful actuarial products in a complex and dynamic environment.

  • Proficiency in Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, JIRA).

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills to interact with stakeholders and teams.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

  • Proficient in written and spoken English.

  • Experience with product lifecycle management and familiarity with product management tools and techniques.

  • Certification in Product Management (e.g., CSPO, Pragmatic Institute) is preferred.

  • Actuarial qualifications (e.g., ASA, FSA) are highly desirable.

  • Results-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

  • Superior attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality products.

  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities effectively.

  • Strong leadership and mentorship skills to guide and develop team members.

  • Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder management.

  • Demonstrates strong work ethics, commitment, and responsibility.

  • Adaptable and quick to learn new tools, technologies, and methodologies.

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About PwC Singapore

At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems - this is at the core of everything we do from the value we provide to our clients and society to the decisions we make as a corporate.

Our services started with audit and assurance over a century ago. As times change and the issues faced by businesses and individuals evolved, we have developed specialised capabilities in tax, advisory and consulting to help you address emerging new challenges across focus areas like digital transformation, cyber security and privacy, data, sustainability, mergers and acquisitions, and more.

In Singapore, we have more than 3,500 partners and staff to help resolve complex issues and identify opportunities for public, private and government organisations to progress. As part of the PwC network of more than 284,000 people in 155 countries, we are among the leading professional services networks in the world focusing on helping organisations and individuals create the value they are looking for.