Assistant Product Development Manager / Product Development Manager

Overview

Good Things Start Here.  Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies- and you can be part of it! We are an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long‑term careers.  Good Things You Can Count On.

• Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in‑office
• Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
• Competitive pay + generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision starting day one
• 401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses

Responsibilities

We are seeking an Assistant Product Development Manager or Product Development Manager to join our Product Development team. This position works closely with Product Development leadership and partners across Underwriting, Claims, Distribution, Marketing, Training, and Compliance to support the development and maintenance of commercial insurance products.

The ideal candidate will have experience in insurance product management, product development, underwriting, or a related area and be comfortable working across multiple departments to support product initiatives, forms management, and regulatory compliance.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the development, drafting, and enhancement of policy forms, endorsements, and coverage language.
• Provide strategic recommendations and support product initiatives through research, analysis, and documentation.
• Support the design, development, and implementation of system and process solutions aligned with product and forms strategies.
• Partner with Training and Marketing teams to create communications, training materials, and product resources for internal and external audiences.
• Conduct competitive intelligence research and monitor industry trends.
• Evaluate regulatory and legislative requirements to help ensure compliance across jurisdictions.
• Document and maintain forms attachment logic and version control processes.
• Collaborate with Underwriting on coverage interpretation, form wording, and manuscript endorsements.
• Partner with Claims and Distribution teams to gather feedback and support ongoing product enhancements.
• Contribute to product development initiatives from concept through implementation and maintenance.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Risk Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or a related field.
• J.D. considered a plus, but not required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, matrixed environment across multiple departments and stakeholder groups.
• Knowledge of insurance products, coverage forms, state regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Experience Requirements

Assistant Product Development Manager

• 2 to 5 years of experience in insurance product development, product management, underwriting, or a related insurance discipline.

Product Development Manager

• 5 to 7 years of experience in insurance product development, product management, underwriting, or a related insurance discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to lead product initiatives and collaborate across functions.

 

Salary Range

$86,000.00-$180,000.00 USD + bonus

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, this range represents a good‐faith estimate. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, credentials, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law. 

  Primary Locations:This role may be based out of any of our office locations, including:New York, NY; Parsippany, NJ; Philadelphia, PA; Conshohocken, PA; Wilkes‑Barre, PA; Alpharetta, GA; Rosemont, IL; Plano, TX; Scottsdale, AZ; and Rancho Cordova, CA.  Interview Integrity Notice: Berkshire Hathaway GUARD is committed to a fair and consistent hiring process. Candidates are expected to participate independently in interviews. Unauthorized recording, transcription, AI note-taking, or AI interview assistance tools may not be used during interviews without prior approval