Product Manager - Card Products

Astra Tech; Abu Dhabi; Presencial; AED 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Astra Tech is seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead the development and management of card-related products, including multi-currency prepaid, salary, and credit cards in Abu Dhabi, UAE. You will shape product strategy, collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, and operations, and own the end-to-end lifecycle from concept to launch.

The role requires strong knowledge of the card industry, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a proven track record in delivering

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• Experience in card products (prepaid, salary, credit cards) is essential.
• Strong knowledge of card payments industry and regulatory environment.
• Proven track record launching and managing card products.

Responsabilidades

• Define product vision and strategy for card products and align with business goals.
• Lead end-to-end product development from concept to launch with cross-functional teams.
• Define requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria; manage scope, budget, and timeline.
• Communicate updates to stakeholders and work with partners for successful delivery.

Conocimientos

Card payments knowledge

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Educación

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Herramientas

Agile Jira

Descripción del empleo

Job Description:

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead the development and management of our card-related products, including multi-currency prepaid cards, salary cards, and credit cards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product management, extensive knowledge of the card industry, and a proven track record of launching successful card products.

Responsibilities

Product Strategy and Vision:

• Develop and articulate a clear product vision and strategy for card products.
• Identify market opportunities and define product roadmap in alignment with business goals.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to stay ahead of industry trends.

Product Development:

• Lead the end-to-end product development process, from concept to launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, marketing, and operations.
• Define product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Ensure products are developed on time, within scope, and within budget.

Stakeholder Management:

• Communicate product vision, strategy, and updates to stakeholders and senior management.
• Work closely with internal and external partners to ensure successful product delivery.
• Gather and incorporate feedback from customers, sales teams, and support teams.

Product Performance and Optimization:

• Monitor and analyze product performance using key metrics and data.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance product performance.
• Manage product lifecycle, including updates, enhancements, and phase-outs.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure all card products comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Work closely with schemes and card processor.
• Work with legal and compliance teams to address any regulatory issues.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or related field. MBA is a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years of product management experience, with a focus on card-related products such as prepaid cards, teen cards, and credit cards.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing card products.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of the card payments industry, including trends, technologies, and regulatory environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to use metrics to drive decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with fintech or financial services companies.
• Knowledge of digital payments and emerging payment technologies.
• Experience with agile methodologies and tools.