Director of Product Management - Enterprise Platforms

Director of Product Management - Enterprise Platforms | Life Insurance We're partnering with a leading Life Insurance organization currently investing heavily in its Product and Digital capabilities. The Director of Product Management role is responsible for a suite of enterprise platforms that are fundamental to both customer experience and internal operations. Fully remote, this is a contract-to-hire opportunity (typically 4-6 months) with a clear pathway into a permanent leadership position. The Opportunity Enterprise Platforms are central to how the business operates day-to-day, enabling sales, servicing, workflow management, and commission processes across the organization. You'll take ownership of a portfolio including Salesforce, Back-Office Workflow, Contact Centre Technology, and Commissions. This is not a BAU role, there is a genuine opportunity to enhance, streamline, and modernise how these platforms enable the wider business. What We're Looking ForStrong drive, curiosity, and resilienceProven leadership experience, including managing and developing teamsData-led mindset, with a focus on standardisation and scalable processesExperience building capabilities from the ground up (0 → 1)Comfortable switching between strategic thinking and hands-on deliverySomeone who brings structure, pace, and accountabilityAbility to build credibility and influence senior stakeholdersExperience delivering change across complex, often manual or disjointed environmentsStrong understanding of product frameworks and how to apply them in practiceExperience in Shared Services environments is a plusSalesforce knowledge would be highly advantageous The Context This area of the business is evolving, with a clear opportunity to strengthen how Product is delivered. The focus will be on driving greater alignment, consistency, and execution across both Technology and Business teams. Why This Role?Fully remote with a clear route to a permanent roleHigh-impact position with strong visibilityOwnership of business-critical platformsOpportunity to modernise and shape core capabilitiesBacked by leadership committed to driving changeRequirementsStrong track record of building and leading high-performing teamsProven experience owning and delivering Salesforce and related enterprise platforms (workflow, contact centre, commissions)Demonstrated "0 → 1" capability, with experience building or transforming product functions, platforms, or operating models from the ground upStrong understanding of product frameworks and governance, with the ability to apply structure, consistency, and discipline across complex environments If you enjoy working in evolving environments, like building and improving from the ground up, and can combine strategic thinking with delivery focus, this is a strong opportunity to make a meaningful impact.