Director of Product - FinTech

Xcede Recruitment Solutions; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job description

We are working with a leading global tech company that is shaping the future of digital payments. This is a unique opportunity to influence millions of users and play a key role in the development of an innovative mobile payment product.


Our client is on a mission to simplify financial transactions and enhance digital connectivity through cutting-edge payment solutions.
We're looking for an experienced Director of Product Management to lead the vision and delivery of our next-generation mobile payments platform. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in customer-facing mobile apps, particularly within fintech, digital wallets, or similar payment solutions. You'll define the strategic product roadmap, guide cross-functional teams through development and execution, and play a key role in driving user adoption and improving the overall payment experience. This is a high-impact position working closely with senior leadership in a fast-paced, innovative environment.


Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement a long-term strategy for a digital payments product, aligning with overall business objectives.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and analytics teams to develop intuitive and efficient payment features.
• Develop and execute growth initiatives aimed at expanding the user base and increasing transaction volume.
• Conduct market research to identify industry trends and translate insights into actionable product improvements.
• Establish key performance metrics to track success, optimize performance, and enhance user satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and security standards in partnership with legal and risk teams.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to influence company-wide strategic decisions.
• Lead and mentor a team of product managers, fostering innovation and career development.

Key Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Product Leadership role within the payments, fintech, and mobile app sector.
• Deep understanding of digital transaction workflows, payment processing, and security best practices.
• Proven success in managing product lifecycles from concept to launch and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience managing cross-functional collaboration.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to inform decision-making and drive performance.
• Familiarity with mobile-first product development and a user-centric design approach.
• Experience launching and scaling products in global markets.

If you are an experienced product leader passionate about shaping the future of digital payments, we’d love to hear from you.