Product Manager / Senior Product Manager - Catastrophe Models

Verisk•Boston, MA

4h•$115,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Catastrophe and Risk Solutions is growing its catastrophe model product portfolio, supported by adoption of its Next Generation Financial Model and the upcoming launch of Verisk Synergy Studio. The Product Manager / Senior Product Manager will own the full model product lifecycle, from early scoping and translating science into product requirements through launch and client adoption. The role is accountable for keeping models grounded in the best available science and addressing demanding client use cases. The position defines multi-year product strategy, develops business cases for model investments, engages clients and analyzes market needs, and leads cross-functional launch and go-to-market work. It also represents Verisk in the catastrophe risk community through industry participation and thought leadership, while monitoring regulatory developments and scientific advances.

Requirements

At least 5 years of direct professional experience with catastrophe models on the carrier, broker, reinsurer, or vendor side.
Deep understanding of how catastrophe model outputs are consumed and operationalized in insurance and reinsurance workflows.
Ability to translate complex technical subjects into clear business narratives for diverse audiences.
Track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including confidence engaging C-suite clients and internal executive stakeholders.
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or credential in a scientific, engineering, or quantitative discipline relevant to catastrophe modeling.
Experience in both model development (vendor or research) and model consumption (carrier, broker, or reinsurer).
Industry relationships or recognized presence in the catastrophe risk community, such as through publications or speaking engagements.

Responsibilities

Define and champion the multi-year model product strategy in alignment with market needs, client expectations, and Verisk Synergy Studio capabilities.
Own business cases for new model investments, including defining scope, sizing market opportunity, and presenting trade-off recommendations to senior leadership.
Partner with research and science teams to translate research into scoped, market-ready product requirements.
Engage directly with clients throughout the model lifecycle to understand technical and business requirements and reflect their needs from initial design through post-release change management.
Conduct competitive analysis and maintain market positioning frameworks.
Gather and synthesize structured feedback from clients, sales, and consulting teams to inform product prioritization.
Coordinate model launches and lead go-to-market strategies with Marketing, Sales, Consulting, Client Services, and Regulatory Affairs.
Work with adjacent Verisk business units to identify integration and co-marketing opportunities.
Represent the product organization in cross-functional planning and ensure model development priorities are understood across Software Development, Research, Sales, and Client Services.
Represent Verisk as an expert in catastrophe risk management through conferences, white papers, industry publications, and client forums.
Monitor regulatory developments and scientific advances to inform product strategy and public-facing commentary.