About Sand

Sand Technologies is a fast-growing enterprise AI company that solves real-world problems for large blue-chip companies and governments worldwide.

We’re pioneers of meaningful AI: our solutions go far beyond chatbots. We are using data and AI to solve the world’s biggest issues in telecommunications, sustainable water management, energy, healthcare, climate change, smart cities, and other areas that have a real impact on the world. For example, our AI systems help to manage the water supply for the entire city of London. We created the AI algorithms that enabled the 7th largest telecommunications company in the world to plan its network in 300 cities in record time. And we built a digital healthcare system that enables 30m people in a country to get world-class healthcare despite a shortage of doctors.

We’ve grown our revenues by over 500% in the last 12 months while winning prestigious scientific and industry awards for our cutting-edge technology. We’re underpinned by over 300 engineers and scientists working across Africa, Europe, the UK and the US.

ABOUT THE PRODUCT TEAM

Our vision is to be famous for our modular, multi-channel AI and digital twin products that are configured and deployed quickly and easily across the world to enable meaningful change for clients, impacting billions of people.

To achieve this we are on the journey to becoming a product-led company, taking the lessons from solutions we’ve built and creating roadmaps for new product development.  We have recruited a Chief Product Officer and are building product teams and creating domain roadmaps.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Product Manager to join Sand Tech’s growing Insurance domain. We are creating cross-functional Product teams in each of our industry domains with strong alignment between a Lead Product Manager and design, engineering and data science. The Lead Product Manager will be responsible for driving the success of our products, from conception to launch and beyond. This role requires a strong combination of technical knowledge, business acumen, and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and deliver exceptional products that meet market needs and align with our company's goals.

Our product team vision is for this to be the place where product people become experts, so they can take these skills with them forever and have flourishing and rewarding careers.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Lead Product Manager you will be responsible for the set of products within the Insurance industry domain. Central to the role is defining what the team builds and why; shaping the strategy and roadmap.

Product Strategy:

• Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy, collaborating with the domain teams
• Define the product roadmap, goals, and priorities based on market research and business objectives
• Lead discovery and prototyping of new products and features

Market Research:

• Conduct market analysis, competitive research, and customer feedback to identify opportunities and threats
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies

Product Development:

• Collaborate with design, engineering, science and other teams to define product requirements and specifications
• Manage the product development process from ideation through to release
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality products within budget

Stakeholder Communication:

• Effectively communicate the product vision, progress, and roadmap to cross-functional teams, executives, and stakeholders
• Gather feedback and insights from stakeholders to refine the product strategy

Product Lifecycle Management:

• Monitor product performance and key metrics
• Make data-driven decisions to optimize and enhance the product throughout its lifecycle
• Develop and execute end-of-life and sunset strategies when necessary

Product Marketing:

• Work closely with the marketing team to create go-to-market plans, product positioning, and marketing collateral
• Support sales and customer support teams with product knowledge and training

Commercial acumen:

• Ability to manage revenue and whole life costs, understanding of pricing strategies and legal/contractual implications of products

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and challenges related to product development and take proactive steps to mitigate them

Capability development and people management:

• Be a leader within the Sand Tech product community, coaching more junior colleagues and line managing as appropriate

ABOUT YOU

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with product management expertise, who wants to shape the growth of a major global scale-up.  He or she should have a product mindset - with unwavering customer focus and drive for scale; and deep technical expertise within the Insurance sector.

• Proven experience as a Senior Product Manager, with a track record of successfully bringing products to market in a dynamic environment
• Product experience with B2B products and relationships
• Strong understanding of product management methodologies and tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical mindset and proficiency in data analysis
• Project management skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Expertise in agile development methodologies
• An inclination towards action and clarity
• Relevant undergraduate degree; MSc or PhD preferred
• Experience in major Insurers

This Lead Product Manager position offers the opportunity to shape the future of our products, drive innovation, and make a significant impact on our company's success. If you are a strategic thinker, have a passion for product development, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.