Finance Product Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Finance Product Manager to join our dynamic product team. As a Finance Product Manager, you will be responsible for defining and executing the product strategy for our financial products, ensuring they meet the needs of our users and drive business growth. You will work closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to bring innovative financial solutions to market.

Responsibilities

• Product Strategy & Roadmap: Develop and maintain a comprehensive product strategy and roadmap for our financial product portfolio, aligned with the company’s overall vision and goals. This includes identifying market opportunities, conducting competitive analysis, and defining target user segments.
• Requirements Gathering & Prioritization: Gather and analyze user feedback, market trends, and business requirements to define clear and concise product requirements. Prioritize features and enhancements based on impact, feasibility, and alignment with the product strategy.
• Product Definition & Design: Work closely with UX/UI designers to create user-friendly and intuitive product experiences. Define detailed user stories, acceptance criteria, and wireframes to guide the development process.
• Product Development & Execution: Collaborate with engineering teams to manage the product development lifecycle from concept to launch. Ensure timely and high-quality product releases.
• Product Marketing & Launch: Partner with marketing teams to develop go-to-market strategies, including product positioning, messaging, and launch plans. Conduct product demonstrations and training sessions for internal and external stakeholders.
• Performance Monitoring & Analysis: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and identify areas for improvement. Use data-driven insights to inform product decisions and iterate on product features.
• Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate product vision, strategy, and progress to stakeholders across the organization. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay up-to-date on relevant financial regulations and compliance requirements, ensuring that our products meet all applicable standards.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with product development and launch. Develop contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges.
• Industry Expertise: Maintain a deep understanding of the financial industry landscape, including emerging technologies, competitive trends, and regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field. MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a focus on financial products or services.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, concepts, and regulations.
• Proven ability to define and execute product strategies that drive business growth.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Familiarity with product management tools and methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Bonus Points

• Experience with specific financial products such as lending platforms, investment tools, or payment systems.
• Knowledge of data analytics and reporting tools.
• Certifications related to product management or finance.