Application Product Manager

at  nib NZ

Let’s talk about who we are
nib Travel proudly provides financial protection and assurance to travellers wherever they are in the world. Our purpose is to ensure better health and wellbeing for every travel adventure, not only when planning the trip but while overseas, with cover available for emergency medical expenses, overseas access to our high standard of emergency assistance 24 hours a day, and on your safe return home.
We’re looking for people who share this passion and want to be a part of a team that has the appetite and ambition to be extraordinary. We’re looking for people who share this passion and want to be a part of a team that has the appetite and ambition to be extraordinary. Extraordinary comes in different perspectives and experiences. We’re committed to an environment where everyone has the autonomy and freedom to be their authentic selves, every day.
Let’s talk about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We embrace a flexible working environment and welcome candidates that reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We actively encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ as well as culturally diverse community members to apply for open roles.
nib Group is committed to creating an accessible recruitment process and employment experience. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to our online application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please contact us at
nibemployment@nib.com.au
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Let’s talk about this role

The Application Product Manager in our Travel technology team plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between business needs and priorities, and the corresponding technical solutions. Some of the key responsibilities of the role include:

• Being responsible for the strategic planning and execution of enhancements to nib Travel’s technology products, platforms, and user experiences.
• Leading and guiding agile delivery teams towards achieving optimal effectiveness and efficiency.
• Fostering continuous development in the application of agile principles and practices.
• Creating and maintaining solution roadmaps by collaborating with various stakeholders and ensuring alignment with nib’s overall strategy and traveller vision.

For more information about tech at nib, please have a look at our tech careers page:
https://www.nib.com.au/careers/tech
Let’s talk about you

Experience in application delivery with a long-term strategic product management and/or development mindset will set you up for success in this role! Other skills and experience that are essential include:

• Expertise in product road-mapping, user research, data analysis and product launch strategic.
• Experience in leading and managing teams and/or products with concurrent streams of work.
• Strong business and systems analysis experience and proven analytics, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of the solution development lifecycle including agile work practices.
• Excellent organisational, customer service and relationship building skills.
• Strong strategic mindset – ability to see the big picture, connect product vision to business objectives, and prioritise features based on strategic value.

At nib, we recognise that some people may only apply when their education, skills and/or experiences are identical to what an employer is looking for in a candidate. We’re always on the lookout for curious individuals who will add to the culture at nib Group – so if this role resonates with you, please apply!
Let’s talk about working at nib
Our hybrid working model provides our employees with the flexibility to work from one of our office Hubs and from home based on what works best for them and their team. We make a commitment to come together with purpose and are excited to share moments that matter with one another. Our Hubs are purpose built to support focused work, connection, and collaboration with peers. We provide a new starter benefit as well as ongoing financial support to set up and maintain a functioning home workspace. At nib, we’re committed to creating a flexible working environment where you’re free to be you.

Other benefits to support you at work (and play) include:

• Generous discounts on nib health and travel insurance products including 50% discount on employee health insurance
• The opportunity to give back to the community through paid leave for volunteering through nib Foundation
• Support your better health – whatever that looks for you - through our nib Well Program and corporate fitness discounts
• Access to our employee share plans, short-term incentive program and life and salary continuance insurance benefits
• Benefits to support our diverse workforce with 18 weeks paid parental leave for all new parents regardless of carer status, 5 days paid cultural leave for First Nations peoples and 4 weeks paid gender affirmation leave for trans, gender diverse and intersex employees

The fine print
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Successful applicants will be required to complete a background check (including criminal history and bankruptcy check) prior to commencement of employment.
We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.

The Application Product Manager in our Travel technology team plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between business needs and priorities, and the corresponding technical solutions. Some of the key responsibilities of the role include:

• Being responsible for the strategic planning and execution of enhancements to nib Travel’s technology products, platforms, and user experiences.
• Leading and guiding agile delivery teams towards achieving optimal effectiveness and efficiency.
• Fostering continuous development in the application of agile principles and practices.
• Creating and maintaining solution roadmaps by collaborating with various stakeholders and ensuring alignment with nib’s overall strategy and traveller vision

Experience in application delivery with a long-term strategic product management and/or development mindset will set you up for success in this role! Other skills and experience that are essential include:

• Expertise in product road-mapping, user research, data analysis and product launch strategic.
• Experience in leading and managing teams and/or products with concurrent streams of work.
• Strong business and systems analysis experience and proven analytics, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of the solution development lifecycle including agile work practices.
• Excellent organisational, customer service and relationship building skills.
• Strong strategic mindset – ability to see the big picture, connect product vision to business objectives, and prioritise features based on strategic value