Chief Product Officer at Manulife

Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Strategy, Product Development, Product Marketing, Innovation, Customer-Centric Solutions, Regulatory Compliance, Cross-Functional Leadership, Analytical Skills, Project Management, Team Development, Digital Tools, Risk Management, Collaboration, Communication Skills, Strategic Thinking, Business Acumen

Industry

Insurance

Description

Position Responsibilities: Define and execute the product strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market opportunities Lead and oversee Product Development, Product Marketing & Communication, Product Campaigns, and Product System Development to drive strategic growth Act as Product Owner for cross-functional squads involving Underwriting, Claims, Pricing, Legal, and other business units to deliver customer-centric solutions Drive innovation through the launch of Direct-to-Consumer products and Embedded Insurance initiatives in partnership with financial institutions and strategic partners Develop and manage persistency-driven product portfolios, including Limited-Pay and Single Premium offerings tailored to customer needs and market dynamics Ensure all products meet regulatory, legal, and compliance standards while maintaining commercial viability. Collaborate with Distribution, Marketing, and Technology teams to ensure successful go-to-market execution and product adoption Monitor product performance and customer feedback to continuously optimize offerings and enhance persistency and profitability Represent the product function in executive forums, industry events, and strategic partner engagements Build and lead a high-performing product team, fostering innovation, agility, and cross-functional collaboration Required Qualifications: 8–10 years of senior experience in product strategy, development, and management within insurance or financial services Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred Proven track record of launching innovative insurance products, including digital and embedded solutions Strong strategic thinking and business acumen, with deep understanding of product profitability, customer persistency, and market dynamics Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional environments, with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, including business case development and delivery. Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities Experience mentoring and developing high-performing teams in agile and fast-paced settings Tech-savvy, with the ability to leverage digital tools, analytics platforms, and customer engagement technologies Thorough knowledge of insurance regulations, compliance standards, and risk management practices Entrepreneurial mindset with adaptability to lead in evolving and dynamic environments Strong collaboration and relationship management skills, both internally and with external partners. Preferred Qualifications: Full ownership of resource management, including hiring, performance development, compensation decisions, and team structure Proven ability to lead product squads and prioritize enhancements based on strategic goals, customer retention, and risk mitigation Experience defining Minimum Viable Product (MVP) scope and managing iterative product delivery When you join our team: 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 https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html. Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com. Working Arrangement Hybrid We're Manulife. And we’re on a mission to make decisions easier and lives better. Better is what drives us. It’s what inspires us to find new ways to support customers and colleagues in living longer and healthier lives. It’s the reason we’re dedicated to investing in digital innovation and accelerating a sustainable and economically inclusive future. Joining us means you’ll be empowered to learn and grow your career. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. And as part of our global team, you’ll help shape the future you want to see – and discover that better can take you anywhere you want to go. We’re proud of our accomplishments and recognitions. Recent awards include: 2024 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner Manulife Named one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2023 Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2023 We’ve been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2024) Manulife included in Bloomberg’s 2023 Gender-Equality Index To receive our latest job opportunities directly to your inbox, create an account or sign in and navigate to the ‘Job Alerts’ section located in the top right corner of the page. From there, you can sign up to receive job alerts. Our ambition is to be the most digital, customer-centric global company in our industry. Learn more at https://www.manulife.com/.

Responsibilities

The Chief Product Officer will define and execute the product strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market opportunities. They will lead product development and oversee cross-functional teams to drive strategic growth and innovation.