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Job Title: Product Manager (Beazley Digital - API/Services)

Division: Beazley Digital

Reports To: As per Beazley's organisation chart

Key Relationships:

Head of Digital Underwriting, Head of Digital Operations

Within Beazley:CIO, other senior IT Leads, Head of PMO/VRF, Enterprise Architect, Other Product/Project Managers, Commercial Management, Information Security, External Suppliers

Job Summary:

The product manager is accountable for the technology roadmap, design, development, enhancement, delivery, and budgeting for the digital product /technologies they lead. Ensuring technology is aligned to business value, OKRs and target architecture. The role ensures the technology is developed and maintained using sound business and technology management practices and it supports business transformation by enabling new capabilities and growth. Using agile and product management methods to ensure you are "delivering the right thing" in "the right way".

Key Responsibilities:

End-to-end Delivery & Execution

• Own end-to-end delivery of product/technology initiatives, ensuring alignment from discovery through deployment and ongoing optimisation.

• Define clear delivery outcomes, success measures and release plans in partnership with Product, Change, Engineering and business stakeholders.

• Lead prioritisation and execution across the delivery lifecycle, balancing strategic objectives with operational needs.

• Ensure teams remove blockers, maintain delivery momentum and operate with high transparency on progress, risks and dependencies.

• Champion agile ways of working, continuous delivery and automation to accelerate time to value.

• Oversee quality assurance, testing and release management to ensure secure, high-quality, production ready outputs.

• Drive postlaunch monitoring, analytics and continuous improvement to maximise product value and performance.

Strategy and Business Management

• Develop and maintain a strategic product roadmap aligned to OKRs and business plans.

• Partner with the business owner and key users to assess current and future needs and shape multiyear plans.

• Continuously refine governance and decision-making processes across run, grow and transform activity.

• Build, develop and retain a high performing technology delivery team.

• Work with digital leadership to define cost and resourcing models and support effective demand planning.

Budget Management

• Collaborates with the digital leadership team and business owner to make funding and resource reallocation decisions.

• Manages the product budget including run, growth and transform, makes informed and dynamic investment prioritization decisions supported by data.

Technology Management

• Work with Group Technology, Information Security, Data Management and Architecture teams to align and leverage enterprise architecture.

• Oversee day-to-day technology operations and drive continuous improvement in performance, security, availability and usability.

• Define and track channel KPIs to improve adoption, performance and user experience.

• Coordinate with other product managers to avoid duplication and manage interdependencies.

• Manage vendor relationships in line with group frameworks and build strategic partnerships aligned to Beazley Digital's OKRs.

• Embed industry standards and practices such as Agile, DevOps, InfoSec and modern data architecture to ensure resilience and agility.

Digital Transformation

• Act as the technology contact for the product, partnering with cross functional teams to evolve processes and operating models.

• Scale innovation and new insurance propositions into the channel where feasible.

• Recommend business process, commercial and UX improvements to enhance adoption.

• Apply design thinking, customer journey mapping and data insights to drive end-to-end channel value.

• Identify and champion emerging business and technology trends that support channel OKRs.

• Contribute to embedding digital opportunities into Beazley Digital's strategy to drive growth, efficiency and risk reduction.

General:

It is important that within all your interactions both internally and externally you adhere Beazley's core values - Being Bold, Striving for Better, and Doing the Right Thing as they contribute to an internal environment of teamwork and promote a positive brand image and experience to our external customers. We also expect Beazley employees to:

• Comply with Beazley procedures, policies and regulations including the code of conduct which incorporates the PRA and FCA Conduct.

• Undertake training on Beazley policies and procedures as delivered by your line manager, the People & Sustainability or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) either directly, via e-learning or the learning management system.

• Display business ethics that uphold the interests of all our customers.

• Ensure all interactions with customers are focused on delivering a fair outcome, including having the right products for their needs.

• Comply with any specific responsibilities necessary for your role as outlined by your line manager, the People & Sustainability or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) and ensure you keep up to date with developments in these areas. This may include, amongst others, Beazley's underwriting control standards, Beazley's claims control standards, other Beazley standards and customer relationship management.

• Carry out additional responsibilities as individually notified, either through your objectives or through the learning management system. These may include membership of any Beazley committees or working groups.

Personal Specification:

Education and Qualifications

• Product Management or Product Owner certification desirable but not essential

• Agile certification desirable but not essential

Skills and Abilities

• Strong business understanding and ability to work in partnership with the business

• Strong Technology Product Management skills and/or Programme Management skills

• Demonstrated ability to manage technology and business change projects with demonstrated delivery of business value and pursuit of quality

• Experienced in change management, able to understand and advise on how to implement process, technology and people changes while minimising the delivery risks

• Understanding of business strategy and the work of the teams within the customer organisation

• Able to identify and help the team assess options and solutions that best fit business requirements

• Proven team management and leadership capability within a change and technology context

Knowledge and Experience

• Previous experience in technology

• Previous experience in budget management

• Previous experience of delivering multiple, complex IT projects, preferably covering the use of internal resources, third party (packaged) solutions and outsourced services

• Previous experience of the use of various analysis and delivery frameworks covering scope definition, planning, budgeting, reporting, management of risks and issues

• Previous experience working with an Agile methodology preferred

• Previous experience building and maintaining effective working relationships

• Previous experience managing an outsourced team

Aptitude and Disposition

• Delivery focussed, self-motivated, flexible and enthusiastic

• Relentless curiosity

• Learning Agility

• Open Disposition

• Judgement

• Digital Acumen

• Customer focus

• Strategic thinking

Competencies

• Proactive

• Information seeking

• Flexible

• Detail oriented

• Purposeful communication

• Leadership

• Team working

• Negotiation and influencing

• Problem solving

• Customer focus

• Decision making

Who We Are:

Beazley is a specialist insurance company with over 30 years' experience helping people, communities and businesses to manage risk all around the world. Our mission is to inspire our clients and people with the confidence and freedom to explore, create and build - to enable businesses to thrive. Our clients want to live and work freely and fully, knowing they are benefitting from the most advanced thinking in the insurance market. Our goal is to become the highest performing sustainable specialist insurer.

Our products are wide ranging, from cyber & tech insurance to marine, healthcare, financial institutions and contingency; covering risks such as the weather, film production or protection from deadly weapons.

Our Culture

We have a wonderful mix of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds at Beazley with over 2,000 of us working around the world.Employee's diversity,experience and passion allow us to keep innovating and moving forward, delivering the best. We are proud of our family-feel culture at Beazley that empowers our staff to work from when and where they want, in an adult environment that is big on collaboration, diversity of thought and personal accountability. Our three core values inspire the way we work and how we treat our people and customers.

• Be bold

• Strive for better

• Do the right thing

Upholding these values every day has enabled us to become an innovative and responsive organization in touch with the changing world around us - our ambitious inclusion & diversity and sustainability targets are testament to this.

We are a flexible and innovative employer offering a friendly, collaborative, and inclusive working environment. We actively encourage and expect applications from all backgrounds. Our commitment to fostering a supportive and dynamic workplace ensures that every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective success. Explore a variety of networks to assist with professional and/or personal development.

Our Employee Networks include:

• Beazley RACE - Including, understanding and celebrating People of Colour

• Beazley SHE - Successful, High potential, Empowered women in insurance

• Beazley Proud - Our global LGBTQ+ community

• Beazley Wellbeing - Supporting employees with their mental wellbeing

• Beazley Families - Supporting families and parents-to-be

We encourage internal career progression at Beazley, giving you all the tools you need to drive your own career here, such as:

• Internal Pathways (helping you grow into an underwriting role)

• iLearn (our own learning & development platform)

• LinkedIn Learning

• Mentorship program

• External qualification sponsorship

• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

• Secondment assignments

The Rewards

• The opportunity to connect and build long-lasting professional relationships while advancing your career with a growing, dynamic organization

• Attractive base compensation and discretionary performance related bonus

• Competitively priced medical, dental and vision insurance

• Company paid life, and short- and long-term disability insurance

• 401(k) plan with 5% company match and immediate vesting

• 22 days PTO (prorated for 1st calendar year of employment), 11 paid holidays per year, with the ability to flex the religious bank holidays to suit your religious beliefs

• Up to $700 reimbursement for home office setup

• Free in-office lunch, travel reimbursement for travel to office, and monthly lifestyle allowance

• Up to 26 weeks of fully paid parental leave

• Up to 2.5 days paid annually for volunteering at a charity of your choice

• Flexible working policy, trusting our employees to do what works best for them and their teams

Salary for this role will be tailored to the successful individual's location and experience. The expected compensation range for this position is $85,000 - $107,000 per year plus discretionary annual bonus.

Don't meet all the requirements? At Beazley we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with every requirement and qualification in the job specification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right candidate for this, or one of our other roles.

Here at Wynn Acquisitions Inc., we are seeking a Junior Account Representative to support client accounts, assist with sales initiatives, and develop foundational business and communication skills.

This is an entry-level opportunity ideal for motivated individuals interested in sales, account management, and long-term career growth. Comprehensive training is provided, with advancement opportunities based on performance.

Responsibilities

• Engage directly with customers to represent client brands professionally
• Assist with customer onboarding, product education, and account updates
• Work closely with senior representatives to support sales and retention goals
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and account activity
• Deliver a consistent, high-quality customer experience

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Professional demeanor and customer-focused mindset
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Interest in sales, account management, or business development
• Flexible schedule availability, including weekends as needed
• Previous experience in sales, retail, or customer service is a plus, but not required

What We Offer

• Paid training and structured onboarding
• Performance-based incentives and growth opportunities
• Clear advancement path into Account Management or Leadership roles
• Supportive, professional team environment
• Hands-on experience working with established client brands

If you are seeking an opportunity to build a career in account management and sales within a performance-driven organization, we encourage you to apply.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Town of Westport seeks an experienced and collaborative leader to serve as Director of Public Works. Reporting to the First Selectman, the Director oversees a multi-division department responsible for the Town's core infrastructure, including Highway, Equipment Maintenance, Solid Waste Management, Engineering, Wastewater Treatment and Collection, and Buildings and Facilities. The Director supervises division heads and senior technical staff and provides strategic direction across operations, capital planning, and emergency response.

The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, fiscal discipline, and inclusive leadership, along with the ability to build trust across departments and with elected officials, staff, contractors and residents. The Town of Westport values candidates who approach the role with professionalism, integrity, and a clear commitment to serving the community.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Oversees and directs all Public Works operations, including engineering and design, construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, wastewater systems, solid waste and recycling, fleet, and Town buildings and facilities.

•Prepares, administers, and presents the departmental operating budget and capital plans, and provides reports to Town leadership, boards, and commissions.

•Manages bid specifications, consultant and contractor selection, and contract administration for capital and operational projects.

•Provides technical guidance to Town departments on infrastructure planning, construction, and maintenance, and prepares cost estimates and capital project recommendations.

•Directs departmental response during emergencies and is a critical member of the Town's Emergency Operations Center.

•Manages department staffing, including policy development, training, performance, and personnel actions in coordination with Human Resources and the First Selectman.

•Serves as liaison with federal, state, and local agencies.

•Oversees energy conservation and sustainability initiatives, GIS and mapping, grant preparation and administration, and investigation of citizen and staff concerns.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•Bachelor's degree in engineering, public administration, construction, or a related field; Master's degree desirable.

•Over ten years of progressively responsible experience in multifunctional organizations, preferably in the public sector and managing construction-related projects. Experience must include at least four years supervising a major department function.

•Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

•Licensure as a Professional Engineer and/or Land Surveyor a plus.

Are you ready to join Connecticut Innovation's vibrant community of innovators? Connecticut Innovations ("CI") is Connecticut's strategic venture capital arm, and we are passionate about serving our portfolio of 220+ companies across various industries, with strengths in life sciences, technology, and climate tech.

Come join Arccos Golf. Golf's #1 Game Tracker.!

About Arccos

Named one of \"The World's Most Innovative Companies\" by Fast Company, Arccos is the global leader in golf data and AI, providing the game's first A.I.-powered platform that automatically tracks shots and delivers personalized insights to help golfers play smarter and improve faster. As the Official Game Tracker of the PGA TOUR, Arccos has built a passionate community of golfers who use data to unlock their potential on the course.

Arccos works with many of golf's most influential brands and players. Strategic partners include the PGA TOUR, PING, Titleist, COBRA PUMA Golf, Callaway, TaylorMade and Club Champion, as well as Matthew Fitzpatrick and Edoardo Molinari.

We exist to unlock human potential in sport through intelligence. Our mission is to improve the performance of dedicated golfers at every level by seamlessly collecting rich data and generating actionable insights.

Product Manager | Role Overview

This role directly shapes how Arccos turns data into intelligence that helps golfers play smarter and better. The products you own will influence decisions golfers make on every shot, every round, and every season. Your ability to move fast, think clearly, and take full ownership will help determine how effectively we deliver on our mission today and how boldly we pursue our vision tomorrow.

We're building the operating system for performance in sport, starting with golf, and we're looking for a Product Manager who is energized by both our long-term vision and the opportunity to materially improve the member experience today.

What You'll Do

• Operate at the cutting edge of sports and technology, building products that turn data and intelligence into experiences that help golfers play better.
• Own a product domain end-to-end as the CEO of your area, taking full responsibility for outcomes, decisions, and tradeoffs, not just outputs.
• Translate member needs, data, and strategy into clear priorities and executable plans.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, data, design, and business partners to drive alignment and execution.
• Make high-quality decisions quickly with imperfect information, turning ambiguity into clarity and keeping teams focused on what matters most.

Must Haves

• Deep alignment with Arccos' Cultural DNA, particularly a strong sense of ownership, member obsession, and hustle with purpose.
• Fast-paced, highly driven, and comfortable operating in ambiguity.
• Hyper-organized with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong judgment and instincts with a track record of making good decisions quickly.
• A technical background that enables effective collaboration with engineers and data teams.

Nice to Haves

• Prior product management experience.
• Software engineering or hands-on technical experience.
• Strategy or MBA background.
• Strong analytical skills, including comfort with data and financial thinking.
• Genuine passion for golf and improving performance through technology.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation – We offer a market-competitive salary structure designed to attract and retain top talent.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Access to competitively priced medical, dental and vision insurance through our nationwide Professional Employer Organization (PEO).
• 401(k) with Company Match – Plan for your future with our employer-sponsored 401(k) program and company matching contributions.
• Flexible Time Off – Enjoy an unlimited PTO policy built on trust, accountability and performance.
• Golf Reimbursements – We support your passion for the game and the opportunity to utilize and test our unique product offerings.
• People and Culture – Join a highly engaged, passionate team that values collaboration, initiative, and a shared love for what we do.

Arccos is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Account Manager / Account Executive

Location: South Norwalk, CT

We are a leader in the branded merchandise industry, creating custom promotional products for some of the world’s most recognized brands including L’Oréal, Sephora, W Hotels, Pepsi, and many others. Our team is creative, fast-paced, and highly collaborative.

We are seeking an Account Manager to join our sales and marketing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious professional interested in building a career in sales, marketing, and product development within a growing and innovative company.

In this role, you will manage client relationships, oversee projects from concept to delivery, and collaborate with internal teams to bring creative merchandise ideas to life and orders to fruition. The position involves both strategic thinking and hands-on project management, making it ideal for someone who is organized, proactive, and excited about working in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

●     Support the sales team across multiple client projects, with a strong focus on project management and execution

●     Manage projects from initial concept through production and fulfillment

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure client needs are understood and executed successfully

Assist with creative product ideation, research, and development.

●     Create client-facing presentations and proposals

●     Interact with clients regarding project inquiries, timelines, and deliverables

●     Assist with price quoting, order tracking, and order management

●     Maintain consistent communication with clients throughout project development

●     Support special projects and additional initiatives as needed

Qualifications

●     Bachelor’s Degree preferred

●     Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

●     Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

●     Excellent written and verbal communication skills

●     Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

●     Ability to work independently and take initiative in an entrepreneurial environment

●     Strong presentation skills

●     Positive, energetic attitude and eagerness to learn

●     Collaborative mindset and ability to work well within a team

Role Overview: Hearst Connecticut Media Group is investing in its sales force, and we want you to be a part of it! We are looking for a digitally savvy, highly motivated Account Executive to join our advertising team at Hearst Connecticut Media Group. As an Account Executive, you will be responsible for developing and managing a sales pipeline and building new business relationships with local advertisers throughout Connecticut. You will work with your customers to promote compelling solutions that best fit their marketing needs. As an advocate for the customer within the Hearst Connecticut Media Group, the role works in cooperation with other departments to ensure we can meet and exceed customer expectations both in performance and process. Hearst Newspapers operates on a hybrid work week schedule.

Why Hearst Connecticut Media Group? Our people make the difference! Our diverse team is filled with passionate individuals who want to win. We offer an upbeat and collaborative working environment where challenging the norm is encouraged. With ample opportunities to learn new skills and advance within the organization, our team members are given the tools to learn and grow their careers.

What will you do?

• Lead Generation: Call on local small to medium sized businesses to show the value of our suite of digital media advertising products from social media, display, video, programmatic, SEO/SEM to traditional advertisements. You will generate new leads through cold calling, networking, and prospecting, as well as staying aware of any new businesses opening in the area. You will own the sales cycle and will have the support of your local account management team to aid in continued support after the sale!
• Product Expertise: Become an expert on our digital and print products/services. The first three weeks of hire, you will be provided with both global and local training to be fully educated before even going out on your own! You will also have full support throughout your career which includes continual learning and training to grow and achieves success as an Account Executive.
• Execute sales tactics: Implementing marketing strategies, delivering effective sales presentations with passion to consistently earn, retain and increase revenue.
• Advertising Solutions: Create engaging advertising solutions to solve clients’ business needs.
• Client Solutions: Recommend new products and promotional opportunities to current clients and handle objections efficiently. Be a large part of the local business community and boosting your clients’ businesses through multiple digital media channels.
• Forecasting: Manage client pipeline and monthly revenue forecast in .

What will it take to be successful?

• Purposeful: You are direct and get things done quickly, with confidence, integrity, and determination.
• Adaptable: You react and adjust to changing conditions and come up with practical ideas to deal with them.
• Driven: You have self-assurance and competitive drive, delivering high-quality, organized, and repeatable results.
• Communicator: You are a lively and intelligent person with a stimulating influence on others.
• Trend-Savvy: you will keep informed of industry developments to ensure our digital advertising strategies remain cutting-edge and effective.

What we’re looking for:

• Education: BA/BS degree in Advertising, Marketing, or Communications a plus or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 2+ years of business-to-business outside sales in advertising or media, with a proven success in new business acquisition and exceeding revenue goals.
• Skills: Superior presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills. Technically savvy with experience in Salesforce, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Mindset: Goal-oriented, competitive, and forward-thinking with strong business and financial acumen.

What we offer:

• Dynamic Environment: A great work environment where it's never boring.
• Comprehensive Training: Paid in-depth sales and product training.
• Competitive Compensation: Competitive base salary with uncapped commissions for unlimited earning potential.
• Collaborative Culture: Ideas and input are always welcome.
• Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision coverage, flex spending accounts, short & long-term disability insurance, 401k with company match, and paid time off, and additional perks.

Learn more about Hearst Newspapers at us at Hearst Connecticut Media Group (HCMG), and become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and customer success. Apply now to make an impact in the Connecticut advertising market!

About Hearst Connecticut Media Group:

Hearst Connecticut Media Group is the leading news organization in the state, serving readers across all platforms through its news portfolio—including CT Insider, the Connecticut Post, New Haven Register, Danbury’s News-Times,Greenwich Time, Stamford Advocate, The Register Citizen, The Middletown Press, The NorwalkHour, Connecticut Magazine and more. With the largest news gathering team in the state, HearstConnecticut has a serious journalistic commitment to provide local, watchdog and investigative reporting that informs, educates and entertains the communities they serve. In addition to its journalism, the organization provides innovative, unique advertising and marketing solutions for local and regional businesses to grow and success.