AVP, Credit Product Owner

Synchrony; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Chicago is seeking a Product Manager skilled in consumer risk management and project management. The role involves serving as a subject matter expert for credit products, collaborating with business owners, and developing product roadmaps. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree and significant project management experience in Agile environments. This position offers a competitive salary, flexibility for remote work, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on performance

Flexible work options

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in consumer risk management or credit data management.
• 3+ years of project management experience in both Waterfall and Agile environments.
• Familiarity with Agile software development framework, specifically as a Product Owner.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned credit products.
• Collaborate with business owners to establish product vision and define business requirements.
• Develop and manage the product roadmap, prioritizing features.

Skills

Consumer risk management

Project management

Agile methodologies

Credit data management

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Employer Industry: Financial Services

Why consider this job opportunity

• Salary up to $155,000 annually, with eligibility for an annual bonus based on performance
• Flexible work options, including remote work or working from one of the employer's hubs or offices
• Opportunity for career advancement within a supportive and inclusive culture
• Engage in impactful projects within the credit products sector
• Collaboration with cross‑functional teams in a dynamic work environment

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned credit products, ensuring deep product expertise
• Collaborate with business owners to establish product vision, define business requirements, and write user stories
• Develop and manage the product roadmap, prioritizing features and tracking implementation
• Lead product release plans and communicate expectations for new functionalities
• Participate in program increment planning within the SAFe framework

What is Required (Qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of experience in consumer risk management, credit data management, or a similar role within a financial institution
• 3+ years of project management experience in both Waterfall and Agile environments
• 3+ years of experience leading software development projects
• Familiarity with the Agile software development framework, specifically in the Product Owner role
• Experience with the SAFe framework

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in credit products, including account management, collections, authentication, and acquisitions
• Background in the banking or credit card industry
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively and thrive in cross‑functional and virtual environments
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Experience managing direct reports or working within a matrixed environment

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