Product Marketing Lead
AKASASalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Automotive Retail, Automotive Manufacturing, Auto Insurance, InsuranceIndustries
Requirements
- 5+ years of fundamental market research covering a specific sector
- Experience covering the automotive retail, automotive manufacturing and/or auto insurance sectors preferred
- Formal credit or equity training at a buy side or sell side firm
- MBA and/or CFA Charter (or progress towards) preferred
- Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills to effectively communicate the outcomes of research
- Courage & conviction to advocate for potential opportunities & risks identified during fundamental research
- Proven analytic skills to identify trends & quantify potential impacts & opportunities
- Well-honed interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with numerous work teams
- Good organizational skills and the ability to complete multiple complex tasks in a timely fashion
- Self-motivated
Responsibilities
- Develop thought leadership on specific industries (automotive retail, automotive manufacturing and auto insurance) covering relevant trends across over 100 clients, prospects & competitors across global footprint
- Connect the dots across clients, businesses and geographies to form big picture views on major trends relevant to Assurant’s various business lines
- Write concise fundamental research publications with value-added perspectives and differentiated views, which ties external trends to opportunities & risks for Assurant
- Oversee a market intelligence function that is strategic, proactive, and facilitates information and intelligence flows across various stakeholders:
- Business Leaders – leverage thought leadership to become an integral part of the leadership team of the relevant Assurant business line, providing market research & intellectual curiosity to support the overall businesses strategy to defend, develop & disrupt their respective industries
- Clients - interface directly with clients as part of RFP’s, quarterly business reviews, or brainstorming sessions, while providing concise summaries of key trends & potential opportunities for the CEO to review with key clients & prospects
- Investors - Provide CEO, CFO & Investor relations concise summary of key quarterly trends needed to prepare for quarterly earnings, investor day or investor meetings
- Board of Directors – Provide key trends for business unit deep dives with the board and CEO interim reports to Assurant’s Board of Directors
- Product Leaders – Complete business case analysis for new product opportunities for Assurant, as well as ongoing dialogue with product leaders, keeping them informed for client & competitor activity to ensure we are skating where the puck is going
- Corp Development – Leverage sector expertise to help identify & diligence acquisition opportunities
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience is required for the Director, Innovation & Market Research role?
The role requires 5+ years of fundamental market research covering a specific sector, experience covering automotive retail, automotive manufacturing and/or auto insurance preferred, and formal credit or equity training at a buy side or sell side firm.
What is the salary or compensation for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this a remote position or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What kind of company culture or team environment can I expect at Assurant?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What makes a strong candidate for this Director role?
A strong candidate is a fixed income, investment banking, or equity analyst with experience in automotive retail, automotive manufacturing or auto insurance sectors, who is a big picture thinker able to connect-the-dots across an evolving landscape to spot key industry trends.
Assurant
Provides risk management and insurance solutions
About Assurant
Assurant provides risk management solutions that focus on protecting major consumer purchases, particularly in mobile devices, electronics, and smart technology. The company offers insurance products and extended service contracts that help consumers safeguard their investments in high-value items. When a product is damaged or malfunctions, Assurant also provides repair services to restore it efficiently. This approach helps clients minimize financial losses from unexpected events. Assurant generates revenue through the sale of insurance policies, service contracts, and repair services. Unlike many competitors, Assurant emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion within its corporate culture, which enhances its ability to serve a diverse customer base. The company's goal is to support consumers and businesses in maintaining their day-to-day operations while protecting their investments.
New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1892Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance
Hybrid Work Options
Professional Development Budget
Risks
Integration challenges from acquiring iSmash may affect operational efficiency.
Regulatory scrutiny from acquiring American Lease Insurance could pose compliance challenges.
Cultural clashes from acquiring American Financial & Automotive Services may impact operations.
Differentiation
Assurant specializes in risk management for mobile devices and electronics globally.
The company offers insurance, service contracts, and repair services for high-value items.
Assurant's DEI commitment fosters innovation and enhances customer understanding.
Upsides
Increased demand for mobile device insurance due to remote work trends.
5G expansion drives demand for new devices and related insurance products.
Acquisition of iSmash enhances Assurant's tech repair service capabilities.
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