Head of Platform Product

Seven Group Holdings Limited; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Head of Platform Product to define and execute the product strategy for its platform. This role involves overseeing the entire product lifecycle, ensuring outstanding client outcomes, and leading cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have senior-level experience in product management within a regulated environment and a strong understanding of the UK advisory market. This position offers the opportunity to drive innovation and deliver significant business outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Platforms and the advisory market in the UK.
• Proven history of successful value delivery in a complex environment.
• Experience with agile working practices.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the product strategy for 7IM's platform.
• Oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle and ensure client outcomes.
• Build relationships with clients and industry partners.

Skills

Client-centric approach

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Experience working in cross-functional teams

Education

Senior level experience within Product and Proposition teams

Job description

About The Role Purpose As Head of Platform Product, you will define and execute the product strategy for 7IM's market‑leading Platform. Reporting to the Chief Value Officer and working closely with executive leadership, you will drive innovation, deliver outstanding client outcomes, and ensure our platform remains at the forefront of the industry. You will be part of both the Products & Marketing Leadership team and the Platform Business Leadership team. You will lead cross‑functional teams, champion a culture of continuous improvement, and represent the platform both internally and externally.

Strategic Leadership

Set and communicate a compelling vision and roadmap for the 7IM Platform, aligned with business objectives and market trends, gaining agreement of the Platform Executive Leadership team. Inspire and develop a high‑performing team of Product Managers and Owners, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and professional growth.

Product & Portfolio Management

Oversee the end‑to‑end product lifecycle, from ideation and design to launch and in‑life management. Ensure all product initiatives are value‑led, client‑centric, and deliver measurable business outcomes. Collaborate with Technology, Experience Design, Transformation, and Data teams to deliver differentiated, scalable solutions.

Client Outcomes & Regulatory Excellence

Define and monitor KPIs to ensure the platform delivers superior client outcomes and meets regulatory requirements. Proactively identify and address risks, ensuring ongoing compliance and the highest standards of governance. Lead the development of business cases for new propositions and enhancements, engaging with Finance and Risk functions throughout.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build strong relationships with clients, advisers, and strategic partners to inform product strategy and drive competitive advantage. Engage and manage third‑party agencies as required. Represent 7IM at industry forums and with external agencies, championing innovation and best practice.

Continuous Improvement

Foster a culture of experimentation, learning, and continuous improvement within the team. Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies, ensuring 7IM remains a market leader.

About You

Skills

• A passion for Platform and putting yourself in the shoes of clients and their advisers
• Comfortable delegating and inspiring a high standard of work from others
• Good problem‑solving, presentation, reporting, and analytical skills
• Ability to work within cross‑functional teams internally and with external suppliers
• Effective communication, collaboration and negotiation skills, confident operating at all levels
• Comfortable operating at pace and able to balance multiple priorities where elements of change and uncertainty can be expected

Qualifications

• Understanding of Platforms, advice process and advisory market in the UK
• Senior level experience within Product and Proposition teams within a complex and regulated environment
• Proven history of successful value delivery within a similar industry
• Understanding of competitors and their propositions
• Good understanding of the regulatory environment
• Experience of agile working practices and frameworks

Other relevant information

• Enthusiastic around solving business problems through innovation and technology
• Must embrace a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement and learning