Head of Digital Product Management

Global Bankers Search and Selection

Kuwait

Ref: NP509-19

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Head of Digital Product Management – Kuwait.

Role:

- You will lead the Agile Digital Product Teams of highly talented Engineers, Content Creators and Designers to envision and build Innovative Digital Products that will shape the industry for a new generation of Tech-Savvy Banking Customers.
- You will set the Vision and the Strategy for the Team to meet the Business Goals agreed upon with the Bank’s Leadership, and you will Lead the Teams in achieving that Vision.
- You will be the Ultimate Voice of the Customer, building on a deep understanding of the needs and wants of the various Customer Segments of the Bank.
- You will be responsible for the full P&L of your Teams, devising Growth Plans and Products to ensure the set targets have been achieved.
- You are a Visionary, an Inspiring Leader with extraordinary execution prowess and deep Product Management and Banking expertise.

Requirements

- Undergraduate Degree in Cognitive Science or Computer Science or equivalent.
- 10+ years of experience leading Teams in designing User-centric, creative, and quality Banking Products, driving towards Business Objectives through Technology.
- 5+ years of experience with Banking Products from Core Banking to Cash Management, including Deposits, Lending, Cards (Debit & Credit), Personal Finance Management and Account Features.
- Experience with managing User Research, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Rapid Prototyping and Analytics
- Hands-on experience with Agile Software Development Processes, with the ability to facilitate and motivate the Team to iterate on Product Releases that create Value to Customers, according to the Business Goals, and within the resource constraints.
- Excellent communication, leadership and coaching skills. Ability to communicate and inspire a wide range of Stakeholders.
- Strategic Thinker and Team Leader with a track record leading Complex Projects to successful completion.
- Ability to negotiate and influence at all levels specifically Senior Management.
- Highly organized and detail oriented, with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to manage conflict and build a sense of trust and rapport with the Team and External Stakeholders that creates a comfortable, safe and effective workplace.
- Ability to actively manage Risks and external dependencies, drawing in Team Members as needed, and making Product decisions appropriately.
- Strong experience in Software Design and Development.
- Experience delivering Projects using Scum Methodology, as a Scrum Master or Product Owner.
- Competitive Salary negotiable Tax free, Plus Guaranteed Bonus, Performance Bonus, Family Medicals, Life Insurance, Air Tickets, Annual Gratuity and Schooling/Education Allowances payable.

If suitable and interested in this excellent opportunity, please forward updated CV’s in word.doc format for review. Alternatively, should you know anyone suitable and interested, please kindly refer across. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 5-7 working days.

About the Company

Global Bankers Search & Selection Ltd provides specialist recruitment services to Clients in the Banking and Financial Services sector. We work with a diverse range of Organisations and have an excellent track-record of identifying and attracting high-calibre, mid senior executive level Candidates based globally for Permanent, Interim and Contract positions. We also offer a comprehensive, bespoke Search and Selection and Mapping Service.

Our Consultants are experienced professionals with an in-depth knowledge of the industry, so they fully understand the kinds of challenges you face. Our searches span the UK / GCC / MENA / Far East / Asia Pacific Regions. Our network of contacts includes talented professionals within, but not limited to, the following specialisms:

     Finance & Accounting
     Investment Banking / Investment Management
     Retail Banking
     Islamic Banking
     Corporate & Commercial Banking
     Private Banking & Wealth Management 
     Treasury 
     IT into Finance
     HR into Banking & Finance
     Mortgage & Secured Loans Brokerages 
     Lenders & Packagers

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