Associate Product Manager, IXT

As an Associate Product Manager at IXT, you will be responsible for assisting in conducting comprehensive market and competitor research. This will help you understand the Insurtech landscape and user needs better. You'll also support the management of the product roadmap and backlog, collaborate with UX/UI designers, facilitate scrum meetings, and work closely with cross-functional teams. Your contributions will ensure that our products not only meet business priorities but also resonate with users.

To qualify for the Associate Product Manager role at IXT, candidates should have up to 2 years of experience in product management, technology, or business analysis, preferably with a growth mindset and a willingness to learn about the Insurtech industry. Strong communication, collaboration skills, and attention to detail are essential, and familiarity with agile methodologies will be a plus. Fluent Mandarin is required, while English proficiency is advantageous.

At IXT, we take pride in investing in our employees' professional development. Associate Product Managers can expect opportunities for continuous learning through workshops, conferences, and participation in learning clubs focused on various technical skills. Our flexible work atmosphere encourages you to thrive while contributing meaningfully to the team's success.

The work culture at IXT is characterized by flexibility, transparency, and collaboration. Associate Product Managers will experience a healthy and nurturing environment where every contribution matters. We prioritize work-life balance with benefits like hybrid remote work options, generous leave policies, and various team-building activities to promote a vibrant workplace.

In the role of Associate Product Manager at IXT, you will work on a variety of projects focused on B2B Insurtech products. Your involvement will include collaborating on new product features, enhancements, and market research that shape the future of our insurance core system solutions. Every project aims to deliver innovation that meets market demands and improves user experience.

An Associate Product Manager primarily supports the product development cycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with market needs and business objectives. When answering this question, highlight your understanding of both the strategic and operational aspects of product management.

Discuss your hands-on experience in market research—how you approached it, the tools you used, and the insights you gained. Emphasize your ability to translate research findings into actionable strategies that contribute to product development.

Outline your familiarity with methodologies such as MoSCoW (Must have, Should have, Could have, and Would have) or the RICE (Reach, Impact, Confidence, and Effort) scoring model. Explain how you utilize these frameworks to make informed prioritization decisions that align with business goals.

Emphasize the importance of communication and empathy. Actively listen to differing viewpoints and facilitate a collaborative discussion to find common ground. Share examples of how you've resolved conflicts in previous roles to demonstrate your team-player qualities.

If you have direct experience with agile methodologies, detail your role in the process, including attendance at scrum meetings, sprint planning, and retrospective meetings. If not, express your familiarity with Agile principles and your eagerness to engage with them.

Share your strategies for keeping informed about the Insurtech industry, such as following sector blogs, participating in webinars, or networking with industry professionals. Highlight any specific resources, including the OneDegree Tech Blog, where you seek knowledge.

Discuss your systematic approach to documenting requirements in the form of user stories or detailed specifications. Emphasize the significance of clarity and collaboration with stakeholders for effective requirement gathering.

Prepare a specific example of a project where you added value—detail your role, the challenges faced, and the outcomes achieved. Use this opportunity to showcase your problem-solving skills and your contributions to team success.

List the tools you have experience using, such as Jira, Trello, or Asana for project management, and tools like Figma or Sketch for prototyping. Ensure you highlight how these tools have helped you manage your tasks effectively.

Convey your excitement for the role and the company. Talk about IXT’s focus on innovation in the Insurtech space, their work culture, and how you see yourself contributing to and learning from their team. Authentic enthusiasm is key here!