Assistant Vice President, Product Development - HSBC Life

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HSBC Life is a world-class institution where you can specialize in Insurance but enjoy the advantages that come with being part of a leading global international bank. Here you can specialize in Insurance but enjoy the advantages that come with being part of a leading global international bank 

Insurance is about people, and the promises they make. At HSBC Life in Singapore we help deliver on these promises by providing a wide variety of life insurance products and services to our clients throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Our employees enjoy a dynamic and innovative workplace and a world of opportunities to develop their careers in a high-profile growing business segment. We empower our combined team of high-performing individuals to build skills and explore new experiences to realise the full potential of being part of HSBC.
Together we will pursue efficient ways of working. We will harness the latest data and technology solutions to achieve meaningful outcomes for our clients. And the protection we offer will create broad and lasting impact, helping clients to be healthier, more productive and more confident in their futures.

We are currently seeking a high calibre professional to join our team as an Assistant Vice President, Product Development. 

In this role you will 

• Drive End-to-End Product Development – Drive the design, pricing, and launch of life insurance products, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment
• Oversee Product Documentation & Delivery – Manage preparation and approval of product materials, including contracts, policy illustrations, product summaries and marketing collaterals
• Monitor Product Performance – Track post-launch KPIs, conduct performance reviews, and recommend enhancements or repricing where needed
• Manage Regulatory & Governance Requirements – Ensure products comply with internal, regulatory, and audit standards, maintaining proper documentation and governance processes
• Coordinate Stakeholder Engagement – Collaborate with internal teams, reinsurers, and regulators to resolve issues and ensure smooth product implementation
• Conduct Market & Competitor Analysis – Perform competitive benchmarking and analyse customer and distribution insights to refine propositions
• Support Reporting & Committee Submissions – Prepare and deliver required product reports, updates, and submissions to internal and external governance bodies
• Drive Continuous Product Improvement – Lead product change initiatives, manage ad-hoc projects, and provide actionable recommendations for portfolio enhancement

To be successful you will need

• Strong experience in individual life and health insurance product development or management. Strong background in protection and savings products with exposure to critical illness riders, market trends, and customer needs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas to diverse audiences
• Think creatively, challenge assumptions, and develop innovative solutions
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with people from different business functions
• Graduate in Business Management, Actuarial or related fields of study

Opening up a world of opportunity
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