Head of Product Management & Transformation (Risk, Finance & Compliance)
SwissPeak Partners GmbH · Bern, Berne, Switzerland · Onsite
What they ask for
About the role
We are looking for an experienced and visionary professional to join as Head of Product Management (Risk, Finance & Compliance) , taking strategic responsibility for a newly established Product Management division within a leading Swiss banking environment.
In this key leadership position, you will be responsible for the strategic direction, development and management of the product portfolio across Risk, Finance and Compliance . You will act as a central interface between business functions, IT and Senior Management, ensuring that business requirements are translated into effective, sustainable and customer-oriented solutions.
The position combines strategic product management, leadership, digital transformation and stakeholder management , with a clear focus on measurable business value and the continuous development of end-to-end processes across the organisation.
Workload: 80–100%
Your Responsibilities
Take end-to-end responsibility for the Product Management division covering Risk, Finance & Compliance •
Define and implement the strategic vision, product portfolio and roadmap for the relevant business areas •
Develop customer-oriented solutions aligned with the needs of Business Owners and specialist departments •
Manage the implementation and continuous development of products within the Agile Release Train •
Lead and develop the Product Management team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and customer focus •
Act as the central interface between Risk, Finance, Compliance, IT, Business Owners and other relevant stakeholders •
Ensure that business requirements are translated into effective and sustainable IT solutions •
Further develop and digitalise end-to-end business processes across applications, processes and channels •
Ensure a measurable contribution of the product division to the organisation's strategic objectives, particularly in the areas of growth, efficiency and customer satisfaction •
Lead and support transformation initiatives across Risk, Finance and Compliance •
Manage complex stakeholder environments and align strategic priorities with implementation and IT delivery •
Ensure that processes and solutions comply with regulatory and compliance requirements •
Work closely with Senior Management and relevant internal and external stakeholders •
Monitor performance, priorities and value contribution across the product portfolio •
Identify opportunities for innovation, process optimisation and further development of the product landscape
Your Profile
Several years of professional experience in a leadership position within the financial services or banking industry •
Strong understanding of Risk, Finance and Compliance processes within a banking environment •
Proven experience in product management, product strategy and/or business transformation •
Excellent understanding of end-to-end processes and value creation within the financial services sector •
Experience leading and developing teams and managing complex organisational structures •
Proven track record in transformation projects, as well as experience with agile methodologies and modern organisational structures •
Strong understanding of IT and technological interdependencies, with the ability to bridge the gap between business and IT •
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, particularly when working with Senior Management •
Entrepreneurial mindset combined with a pragmatic, decisive and results-oriented approach •
Ability to set clear priorities and successfully drive strategic initiatives through to implementation •
Strong analytical and conceptual skills combined with a hands-on execution mindset •
University degree in Business Administration, Banking, Business Information Systems or a comparable field •
Very good written and spoken German and English
What We Offer
A strategic leadership position with comprehensive responsibility for an entire Product Management division •
The opportunity to actively shape a newly established Product Management organisation covering Risk, Finance & Compliance •
Significant influence on the bank's digital transformation and future product landscape •
A high degree of autonomy and entrepreneurial responsibility •
Close collaboration with Senior Management, business functions and IT •
A modern, agile and customer-oriented working environment •
A flexible hybrid working model with home-office options •
Attractive opportunities for professional development and career progression into leadership roles •
A stable and future-oriented environment within an established Swiss financial institution
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