Senior Manager Product

Strategic Financial Planning and Product Strategy Development role for Actuarial professionals in the heart of Makati.

Senior Manager Product and Finance Actuary

Salary:
Competitive and based on experience

Location:
Makati

Keywords:
strategic planning, product development, financial management, group insurance, actuarial oversight, corporate solutions, underwriting supervision, cross-functional leadership, regulatory compliance, stakeholder satisfaction

An exceptional opportunity awaits an experienced professional to join a leading organisation as a Senior Manager Product and Finance Actuary within the Corporate Solutions division. This pivotal role is designed for someone who thrives in shaping the future of group life, medical, and credit life insurance products through strategic vision, financial acumen, and collaborative leadership. The position offers the chance to influence both product innovation and financial performance at a senior level, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet evolving client needs. With a focus on long-term growth, market competitiveness, and operational excellence, this role provides a platform for you to make a significant impact while enjoying flexible working opportunities and access to ongoing training. If you are passionate about driving business outcomes through expert actuarial and financial management, this is your moment to shine.

• Play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of group insurance products by leading end-to-end product lifecycle management, from ideation to launch and beyond, ensuring each solution meets market demands and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with diverse teams across sales, marketing, operations, and compliance to foster a supportive environment where your expertise in underwriting and actuarial practices will drive profitability and sustainable growth.
• Benefit from a culture that values knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and flexible working arrangements, empowering you to balance professional ambitions with personal wellbeing while contributing meaningfully to organisational success.

What You'll Do
As Senior Manager Product and Finance Actuary, you will be entrusted with steering the strategic direction of group insurance offerings within the Corporate Solutions division. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve orchestrating the entire product lifecycle—from conceptualisation through development to market launch—ensuring each solution is finely tuned to client requirements while remaining compliant with industry regulations. You will take charge of financial stewardship for the business unit's P&L, leveraging your analytical skills to oversee budgeting processes, monitor profitability targets, and provide insightful performance analysis. By supervising underwriting protocols alongside actuarial partners, you will guarantee robust risk management frameworks are in place. Your ability to collaborate across departments will be essential as you guide cross-functional teams towards shared objectives. Success in this role means not only delivering innovative products but also achieving measurable growth in portfolio value, maintaining high stakeholder satisfaction scores, and upholding impeccable regulatory standards.

• Lead the strategic planning process for the Corporate Solutions business unit by defining long-term goals, market positioning strategies, and innovation roadmaps that align with overall corporate objectives.
• Manage the full lifecycle of group life insurance products by developing new offerings and enhancing existing ones tailored specifically for institutional clients.
• Oversee all aspects of financial management for the Corporate Solutions business unit including ownership of profit and loss (P&L), budgeting, forecasting, and detailed financial performance analysis.
• Supervise underwriting guidelines and risk assessment frameworks while collaborating closely with actuarial teams on pricing models and reserve adequacy to ensure sound actuarial practices.
• Drive product development initiatives by supervising market research activities, overseeing product lifecycle management, and ensuring effective product marketing rollouts that translate into increased sales.
• Ensure all products remain competitive in the marketplace while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Provide strategic direction and mentorship to both product development and finance teams while fostering collaboration across sales, marketing, operations, and compliance functions.
• Monitor achievement of strategic milestones such as alignment of business outcomes with plans, successful launch of new corporate solutions, portfolio growth in gross written premiums (GWP), and positive variance between actual versus forecasted financials.
• Champion stakeholder satisfaction by responding proactively to internal feedback as well as broker and partner input regarding product relevance and pricing structures.
• Uphold rigorous standards for regulatory compliance by ensuring timely actuarial reporting and zero non-compliance incidents across all supervised functions.

What You Bring
To excel as Senior Manager Product and Finance Actuary you will bring extensive experience from the life insurance sector—particularly in managing group insurance portfolios or developing bespoke corporate solutions. Your background should reflect deep familiarity with both technical actuarial work and broader financial management responsibilities. A history of successfully executing strategic plans at senior levels demonstrates your capacity for big-picture thinking while your proficiency with advanced analytics tools underpins your ability to interpret complex data sets. Interpersonal strengths such as clear communication style and empathetic leadership approach will enable you to build trust across multiple departments. Your commitment to regulatory excellence ensures all activities adhere strictly to industry standards while your mentoring skills help nurture talent within your team. Ultimately it is your blend of technical mastery combined with collaborative spirit that will set you apart in this influential role.

• Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, Business Administration or related field is required; a Master's degree or professional certifications such as FSA, CFA or CPA are highly regarded.
• A minimum of 10 years' experience within life insurance is essential with at least 5 years dedicated to product development, underwriting oversight or financial management roles.
• Demonstrated track record managing group life insurance portfolios or corporate solutions at a senior level is crucial for success in this position.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning processes coupled with advanced analytical abilities for financial modelling using tools like Prophet, Excel or Power BI.
• Deep understanding of underwriting principles combined with practical knowledge of actuarial methodologies ensures sound decision-making across risk assessment activities.
• Exceptional communication skills are necessary for effective stakeholder engagement along with strong team leadership capabilities that foster collaboration among direct reports.
• Experience working cross-functionally with sales, marketing operations or compliance teams enhances your ability to drive integrated business outcomes.
• Commitment to upholding regulatory compliance standards through timely reporting practices is vital for maintaining organisational integrity.
• Ability to mentor junior colleagues while providing clear strategic direction supports ongoing team development within the Corporate Solutions function.

What Sets This Company Apart
This organisation stands out as an industry leader renowned for its unwavering commitment to operational excellence within the insurance sector. Employees benefit from a culture that prioritises knowledge sharing and continuous professional development through structured training opportunities designed to keep skills sharp amid evolving market trends. Flexible working arrangements support work-life balance so you can pursue career ambitions without sacrificing personal wellbeing. The company's inclusive ethos fosters an environment where every voice is valued—encouraging open dialogue across all levels of the business. As part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering impactful corporate solutions you'll have access to cutting-edge resources while being empowered by supportive leadership focused on collective achievement rather than individual competition. Here you'll find not just a job but a community invested in your long-term growth—making it an ideal destination for those seeking purpose-driven work within a respected global brand.

What's Next
If you are ready to elevate your career by making a meaningful impact on group insurance strategy at a senior level we encourage you to take the next step today

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your journey towards shaping tomorrow's corporate solutions starts here.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.