• Drive product development & continuous improvement to uplift customer experience & outcomes

• Become part of a leading insurance company that invests in its people

• Flexible hybrid work arrangements, competitive salary, bonus, comprehensive insurance coverage, and generous leave benefits

Partners Life is one of New Zealand’s largest life and health insurance companies. As part of the Dai-ichi Life Group, a leading global insurance provider, we are entering an exciting new chapter of growth and opportunity.

We know the industry needs bold thinkers and passionate people to help reshape the future of insurance, and that is exactly who we are looking for. We are committed to doing things differently, lifting industry standards, challenging the status quo, and delivering real value through innovation and personalised advice.

If you are looking to join a company that’s redefining the insurance landscape and backed by the strength of a global group, Partners Life is the place to grow your career and make a real impact.

About the opportunity

We are on a journey of growth and are looking for a knowledgeable Product Manager in our Product Development team. In this pivotal role you will be responsible for the end to end management of products across their lifecycle. You will help define the product strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, drive commercial performance, and deliver customer-centric products or enhancements that support our business growth and elevate customer experience & outcomes.

You will also work closely with our customers and internal teams across distribution, underwriting, claims, technology, risk, and compliance to help ensure our products stay competitive, compliant, and aligned with our strategic goals.

Reporting to Head of Product Development, you will:

• Contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance for all products, ensuring consistency with business strategy, risk appetite, and financial objectives.

• Develop and maintain product development methodologies and governance frameworks to ensure quality, transparency, and alignment with regulatory requirements.

• Lead cross-functional collaboration across Technology, Operations, Underwriting, Claims, Marketing, Distribution, and Customer teams.

• Use customer insights, feedback, data, and research to inform product decisions.

• Proactively stay informed about market trends, competitor activity, industry developments, best practices and regulatory changes within NZ insurance and financial services sector

• Support go-to-market planning, including training, communications, and sales enablement.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of product management frameworks and governance.

About you

You are an accomplished product manager within financial services or insurance industry and have a solid understanding of insurance products in today’s market. You have a proven track record of managing full product lifecycle and a genuine passion to drive product development and innovation to enhance customer experience and business performance.

With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you are able to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders across the business. You are confident influencing decisions, leading discussions, and guiding cross-functional teams toward successful product delivery.

Additional attributes that may help you succeed in this role:

• 5+ years’ experience in product management, product development, or a related role within financial services or insurance.

• Sound understanding of NZ regulatory and conduct requirements.

• Commercial acumen with experience managing product performance and trade-offs.

• Ability to analyse complex data and translate insights into clear recommendations.

• Tertiary qualification in business, finance or a related discipline desirable.

• A structured, delivery-focused approach and ability to work in ambiguity comfortably

What We Offer

At Partners Life, we believe our people are our greatest asset and are proud to invest in their growth, wellbeing, and success. Here are just some of the benefits you will enjoy as part of our family (some benefits apply to permanent employees only):

• Comprehensive training and ongoing support

• Genuine career development and progression opportunities

• Participation in our discretionary bonus scheme after 12-month service

• Life insurance and income protection covers at our cost, plus subsidised medical insurance (permanent employees only)

• Birthday leave and long service leave

• Maternity leave salary top up, reduced hours options, and secondary parental leave

• Flexible hybrid working arrangement

• Modern office with stunning ocean views in the centre of Takapuna

Apply now!

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, APPLY online with your CV and cover letter (optional) highlighting your relevant skills and experience.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.