Product Innovation Manager

Information Services Corporation ISC; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Product Innovation Manager to spearhead the development of cutting-edge, technology-driven solutions. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise in financial services and fintech to identify market gaps and drive product innovation. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll create impactful business cases and lead initiatives that align with strategic goals. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment that values growth and innovation. If you're a self-motivated leader with a passion for driving meaningful change, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Education Support

Competitive Salary

Benefits Package

Recognition Programs

Hybrid Work Schedule

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in product management and financial services.
• Strong knowledge of the lending lifecycle including AML and KYC.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of innovative technology-based products aligned with company goals.
• Identify new business opportunities and create strategic partnerships.

Skills

Product Analysis

Strategic Thinking

Partnership Management

Financial Services Knowledge

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Business

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Information Systems

Degree in Product Management

Job description

Product Innovation Manager page is loaded

Product Innovation Manager

Apply locations Toronto time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: May 19, 2025 (8 days left to apply) job requisition id JR0000727

Company Name:

ESC Corporate Services Ltd.

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Status: Full-time Permanent

Closing Date: May 19, 2025

We are ESC , an experienced provider that delivers solutions uniting public records data, customer authentication, corporate services, collateral management, asset recovery, and accounts receivable management which support registration, due diligence, and lending practices of clients across Canada. Our people are what drives our innovation, growth, and well-being.

We are looking to fill the position of Product Innovation Manager to help with our continued growth and contribute to our future.

In this senior position, you’ll lead the development of innovative, technology-driven products and services that align with market trends, customer needs, and regulatory shifts. You’ll bring fresh industry insights and a critical eye to help us identify what’s missing, uncover market gaps, and challenge the status quo. Your curiosity, strategic thinking, and deep knowledge of financial services, fintech, and legal industries will help take our offerings to the next level.

Working cross-functionally and with external partners, you’ll identify opportunities, build business cases, and drive solution delivery. We’re looking for someone who takes full ownership, thrives on accountability, and is energized to make meaningful change with the drive and motivation to bring ideas to life.

Reporting to the Director, Product & Solutions, your key responsibilities include:

• Leading the delivery of innovative, technology-based products and solutions that align with company strategy and business goals.
• Identifying new business opportunities and strategic partnerships based on market needs, customer demand, and product gaps.
• Bringing industry expertise to uncover unmet needs and inform product and service strategy.
• Collaborating across teams to prioritize and execute product innovation initiatives aligned with the defined roadmap.
• Conducting market and internal analysis to guide decision-making and prioritize opportunities.
• Creating business cases with ROI metrics and defining product requirements to deliver impactful solutions.

What you’ll need:

• Degree in Business, Engineering, Information Systems, Product Management, Business Process Improvement, or a related field — or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7–10 years of relevant experience with strong knowledge of the lending lifecycle, including AML, KYC, legal due diligence, and collateral loss prevention.

The skills you bring:

• Proven experience managing partnerships and delivering end-to-end product or solution implementations.
• Strong background in product analysis, strategy, and technology solution deployment.
• Deep understanding of financial services, fintech, and legal industries, with the ability to bring fresh insights and challenge current thinking.
• Critical thinker who proactively identifies gaps, challenges the status quo, and proposes actionable solutions.
• Highly accountable, self-motivated, and driven — able to take full ownership of initiatives with minimal supervision.
• Clear communicator, able to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences and align stakeholders.

Please note: This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement consisting of in-office and remote work.

What we offer:

• We believe in progress with purpose.
  • Innovative technology
  • Growth through strategic partnerships
  • Investment in new products
• We support your growth.
  • Career development opportunities
  • Education support
• We care about people.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Recognition programs

Help us put public records at our customers’ fingertips with your customer-centric approach. If this opportunity interests you, please apply by May 19, 2025. We would like to thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

A little more about us:

ESC is a wholly owned subsidiary of ISC (TSX: ISC). ISC is the leading provider of registry and information management services for public data and records. Throughout our history, we've excelled at delivering value to government, industry, and our community. We are the partner of choice for governments and private sector organizations seeking solutions across the information management spectrum.

About Us

Headquartered in Canada, ISC is a leading provider of registry and information management services for public data and records. Throughout our history we have delivered value to our clients by providing solutions to manage, secure and administer information through our Registry Operations, Services and Technology Solutions segments. ISC is focused on sustaining its core business while pursuing new growth opportunities. As an award-winning employer, ISC is committed to driving innovation and creating opportunities for growth. We are proud to support and invest in our diverse team of passionate people, and foster a culture of well-being.

ISCwelcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.