Old Mutual Insurance is seeking a Head of Product Development and Pricing to lead the Group Retirement Solutions product strategy, focusing on sustainable growth and profitability. The ideal candidate will be a qualified actuary with over ten years of experience in pricing and product development, capable of influencing strategic decisions and leading teams effectively
Job Summary
This senior leadership role is accountable for shaping and executing Old Mutual Group Retirement Solutions product development, pricing, and commerciality.
The incumbent will lead pricing and product development while acting as a key commercial and technical advisor to senior stakeholders.
The position requires fostering strong collaboration across Product, Distribution, and Operations to build a culture of accountability and innovation.
Matching Summary
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Old Mutual Insurance is seeking a Head of Product Development and Pricing to lead the Group Retirement Solutions product strategy, focusing on sustainable growth and profitability. The ideal candidate will be a qualified actuary with over ten years of experience in pricing and product development, capable of influencing strategic decisions and leading teams effectively.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Qualified Actuary with 10+ years experience
Expertise in building valuation models
Strong leadership in matrixed organizations
Commercial thinking for distribution support
Advanced analytics capabilities design
Nice-to-have
Thought leadership through market engagement
Agile project management skills
Effective stakeholder communication
Innovation culture building
Strategic decision influencing
Key Requirements
Fellow Of Actuarial Society Of South Africa (FASSA)
10+ years' experience in pricing or product development
Proven leadership experience in complex organizations