Director Product Development

Job description

Company Details Vela Insurance Services Vela Insurance Services provides specialized Excess and Surplus Lines Casualty and Professional Liability insurance solutions in the following market segments: Construction, Specialty Casualty, & Professional Liability. We offer national service and local knowledge to our exclusive wholesale broker network and the businesses they serve. The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Responsibilities: The Product Development Director supports the VP of Underwriting in leading the development, enhancement, and governance of Vela’s products. This role manages the product portfolio, oversees form and endorsement development, and ensures product alignment with underwriting strategy and market needs while partnering closely with Segment Leaders and underwriting teams. - Manage the product library and ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility for underwriting teams.• Support the VP of Underwriting in evaluating new product ideas and enhancements based on market trends, underwriting needs, and strategic priorities.• Maintain product documentation, usage guidelines, and version control.• Develop and maintain underwriting guidelines, ap...