Product Manager - Payments

Ambition Group Singapore Pte. Ltd. (SG); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Product Manager to define and lead the payments product strategy. The role requires over 10 years of product management experience, with a solid background in payments and fintech. Responsibilities include developing payment products, conducting market research, and managing a team. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. This strategic position is essential for driving product success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of product management experience, with 5 years in leadership within payments or fintech.
• Proven track record in building and scaling payment products.
• Strong understanding of card networks and cross-border settlements.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the payments product strategy and roadmap.
• Lead the development of payment products and features.
• Partner with engineering, design, and business teams for product delivery.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Track product performance using KPIs and analytics.
• Manage and mentor a team of Product Managers.

Skills

Product management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Market research

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the payments product strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goals and market trends.
• Lead the development of payment products and features, including payment gateways, merchant acquiring, digital wallets, cross-border payments, and settlement solutions.
• Partner closely with engineering, design, and business teams to deliver seamless, reliable, and secure payment experiences.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities, gaps, and emerging trends in the payments ecosystem.
• Track and drive product performance using KPIs and analytics, focusing on adoption, reliability, revenue, and customer experience.
• Manage and mentor a team of Product Managers, setting clear objectives and building strong product management capabilities.
• Work closely with regulatory, risk, and compliance teams to ensure all products meet regulatory, security, and governance requirements.
• Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to define and execute go-to-market strategies for new payment solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of product management experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within payments, fintech, or financial services.
• Proven track record in building and scaling payment products, such as payment gateways, digital wallets, or acquiring platforms.
• Strong understanding of the payments ecosystem, including card networks, merchant acquiring, issuing, real-time payments, and cross-border settlements.
• Demonstrated ability to define strategy and drive execution in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization