Head of Client Business Intelligence & Insights, Investor Services - Director

Citi; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution is seeking a Senior Product Manager for its Investor Services team. The role requires strong leadership and UX principles to enhance client-facing applications. The ideal candidate will have significant product management experience in financial services, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of delivering digital products. This position offers a competitive salary, a hybrid work model, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Annual performance-related bonus

Private medical insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Learning and development resources

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience in product management or UX design.
• Proven partnership with client teams.
• Experience in Financial Services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and champion User experience vision and strategy.
• Develop product vision and strategy based on market analysis.
• Oversee the end-to-end product delivery lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

UX Design

Agile methodologies

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Product management tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in analysis, problem solving and communication to Citi’s Investor Services team.

By joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Team/Role Overview

This is a senior leadership opportunity within the Investor Services Data & Client Platform team. You will be responsible for Citi Clarity, Investor Services’ client-facing application suite, Citi Clarity. Serving thousands of users across the globe, the applications deliver reporting, business intelligence and oversight insights to a financial services customer base.

You will be accountable for defining and delivering a world-class user experience, driving product vision, strategy, and execution. You will build and deliver a roadmap to drive a consistent experience as part of a target state architecture and operating model.

This role requires a deep understanding of UX and CX principles, exceptional design sensibilities, a proven track record of successful product delivery, and the ability to collaborate effectively across product verticals within a matrixed organization. You will lead and inspire a team of talented designers, engineers, and product managers to create innovative and user-centric solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients. You will have an appreciation, curiosity and understanding for AI with a clear perspective and position on how it can be used to drive continuous delivery improvement and a reimagined digital experience.

What you’ll do

• Experience leadership: Define and champion the User experience vision and strategy for Clarity, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Partner with Technology and Designers to lead the design and implementation of user-centered design processes, conducting user research, usability testing, and A/B testing to optimize the user experience.
• Product Vision and Strategy: Develop and articulate a compelling product vision and strategy for Clarity, incorporating market analysis, competitive intelligence, and customer feedback. Define the product roadmap and prioritize features based on business value and user needs.
• Product Delivery and Execution: Oversee the end-to-end product delivery lifecycle, from ideation to launch and post-launch support. Collaborate with engineering, design, and product management teams to ensure timely and high-quality product releases.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders across the organization, including product, engineering, marketing, sales, and customer support, to ensure alignment on product strategy and execution. Build strong relationships and effectively influence decision-making.
• Team Leadership and Mentorship: Lead and mentor a high-performing team of designers, engineers, and product managers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Provide guidance, support, and development opportunities to team members.
• Performance Measurement and Reporting: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to product usage, customer satisfaction, and business impact. Prepare and present regular performance reports to senior leadership.
• Market Analysis and Competitive Intelligence: Stay abreast of market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies in the fintech space. Identify opportunities for product innovation and differentiation.
• Budget Management: Oversee budget planning, tracking, and reporting for Clarity, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost control.

What we’ll need from you

• Significant relevant experience in product management, UX design, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.
• Clear understanding and proven partnership with client teams to deliver on a durable Client Experience program.
• Experience in Financial Services preferred.
• Deep understanding of UX/CX principles and best practices.
• Strong appreciation and deep experience with Agile delivery methodologies.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling digital products.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization and influence stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with data analysis tools and software.
• Bachelor's/University degree in a related field, master’s degree preferred.

What we can offer you

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
• A discretionary annual performance related bonus
• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
• Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

Job Family Group: Product Management and Development

Job Family: Product Development

Time Type: Full time

Accessibility statements and related information are available at Citi.

Equal Opportunity Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.