Chief Product Officer

1st Formations; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic Corporate Services Group is seeking a strategic Chief Product Officer to lead the vision and execution of innovative customer-facing and internal products. This role involves owning the product strategy, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring product success metrics are met. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in product leadership within a tech or SaaS environment and possess a strong analytical mindset.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private Medical, Dental and Optical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Dog-friendly office

Free lunches on Monday and Wednesday

Qualifications

• 10+ years of product leadership experience.
• Proven ability to lead complex initiatives from concept to launch.
• Strong analytical mindset with a data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Own the product strategy and roadmap.
• Lead cross-functional teams through product development.
• Define and track key product success metrics.

Skills

Product leadership in tech or SaaS

Cross-functional team leadership

Data-driven decision making

Excellent communication skills

Customer empathy

Resilience and ownership

Job description

Who we are

We’re a dynamic and rapidly expanding Corporate Services Group, led by our passionate founder and CEO. With a thriving customer base of over 500,000 and consistent growth of 20% year-on-year, we're shaking up the business services space. From Company Formation and Legal Support to Virtual Offices, Call Answering, and Live Chat solutions, we provide everything businesses need to start, grow, and succeed. Profitable, innovative, and customer-obsessed, we’re on a mission to redefine how modern businesses are supported—and we’re looking for driven individuals to grow with us.

Job Summary

We are seeking a strategic CPO to lead the vision, strategy, and execution of customer-facing and internal products. This role partners closely with engineering, design, and operations to build innovative solutions that redefine how businesses launch and operate in the UK—driving meaningful impact and advancing our mission.

What You’ll Own & Lead:

• Owns end-to-end product strategy and roadmap, aligning with 1st Formations' overall business objectives.
• Leads cross-functional teams through discovery, development, launch, and iteration of both customer-facing and internal products.
• Oversees product requirements and prioritization, balancing user needs, business goals, and technical constraints.
• Defines and tracks key product success metrics to drive performance and continuous improvement.
• Champions the customer by embedding insights and feedback into every stage of the product lifecycle.
• Communicates product vision, priorities, and progress to leadership and stakeholders with clarity and transparency.
• Continuously refines internal tools and processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and operational excellence.

What You Bring to the Table

• 10+ years of product leadership in fast-paced tech or SaaS environments, with a strong focus on innovation and scalability.
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives from concept to launch, balancing strategy with hands-on execution.
• Strong analytical mindset; data-driven with a track record of using insights to drive product performance and business outcomes.
• Excellent communicator and collaborator, skilled at aligning teams and inspiring cross-functional partners.
• Deep customer empathy and passion for building intuitive, impactful user experiences.
• Proactive, resilient, and ownership-driven—comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving results.
• Bonus: Experience in business services or FinTech, particularly in compliance, formation, or payments.

Who You’ll Be Working With

You’ll be surrounded by passionate, talented changemakers with big ambitions—not just for our business but for our world. Our teams are based remotely and on-site in London and Glasgow, and you’ll be the critical cultural connector between them all. We're a company striving for best-in-class service through empathy, integrity, and innovation—and we want you to be the voice and leader who helps us get there.

Remuneration and Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public/bank holidays
• Private Medical, Dental and Optical Insurance for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program
• Death in Service cover (4x annual salary)
• 14 weeks maternity leave pay, 2 weeks paternity leave pay
• 2 paid Volunteering Days per year with our charity partner.
• Annual cost-of-living salary increase
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Dog-friendly office
• Indoor bicycle storage, changing and shower facility
• Free soft drinks and bean-to-cup coffee all day
• Free Monday and Wednesday lunches
• Free fresh fruit - daily

Equal Opportunities

1st Formations is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, criminal history, disability, or gender identity. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.