Head of Product

We’re looking for a talented and experienced Head of Product to strategise the full lifecycle of

product production, from conception to release, and support business-as-usual (BAU) activities.

You’ll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including senior management, engineering,

design, customer success, and product experience, to build strategic plans and execute product

launches across IOS, Android and Web while remaining aligned with the commitments and goals of

our organisation.

Our ideal candidate has fintech and consumer-facing apps experience with a diverse background in

B2C and B2B. We especially value experience with e-payments, remittances, and digital mobile

wallets or banking. The role is going to be based in London or Remote.

Responsibilities:

● Drive the product and business planning process across cross-functional teams of the

company.

● Create product roadmaps for product release plans and set expectations for new functionalities

for either frontend products or backends systems.

● Collaborate closely with engineering, production, marketing, and sales teams on the

development, QA, and release of products.

● Manage compliance with all IT governance standards through approved tools, templates,

policies, procedures, and process leanings.

● Drive product requirements, prioritising feature implementations and improvements

● Communicate product strategy and present reports to key stakeholders.

● Complete operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees, following up on

work results, and providing guidance.

● Work with CPO to set the long-term vision and product strategy while working with Head of

Product to build product plans, roadmaps, delivery, release planning.

● Create buy-in for the product vision both internally and with key external partners.

● Assess competitor offerings, seeking opportunities for differentiation and innovation.

● Leads all stages of a product’s lifecycle, including modifications, upgrades and maintenance

of the product or product line

● Develop product pricing and positioning strategies.

● Support and direct the product team.

Experience & Knowledge

● Good knowledge of FinTech or Banking products and services preferred.

● 7+ years of product management experience.

● Technical background with proven work experience in product management.

● Excellent knowledge and experience in using customer-centric product development

methodologies such as Design Thinking, Service Design, LEAN, Google Sprint methodology

etc

● Proven track record of managing all aspects of a successful product throughout its lifecycle.

● Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in software

development and knowledge of Fintech or banking technologies and its products.

Skill & Competencies

● MS/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent preferred

● Working knowledge of Jira and other Atlassian Tools along with a proficiency in Excel, Word

and PowerPoint

● Proven ability to develop product and marketing strategies and effectively communicate

recommendations to executive management

● Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to roll up one’s sleeves to get the job

● Skilled at working effectively with cross-functional teams in a matrix organisation