Director of Product Strategy

Octus; New York (NY); On-site; USD 147,098 - 184,541; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Matched 401(k) and pension plan

Generous parental leave

Gym subsidies

Educational reimbursements

Job summary

A leading credit intelligence firm in New York is seeking a Director of Product Strategy to drive product development and align with business objectives. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of experience in product strategy and fintech, with a strong understanding of credit markets. Key responsibilities include managing the product strategy roadmap and collaborating with marketing to execute initiatives. Competitive salary and bonus structure are offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in product strategy, product management, or commercial strategy.
• Strong understanding of sub-investment grade credit markets.
• Experience defining product vision, roadmap, and go-to-market strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic product development and go-to-market activities.
• Manage the product strategy roadmap including tech and non-tech components.
• Collaborate with Marketing teams for go-to-market initiatives.

Skills

Product strategy

Product management

Commercial strategy

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Director of Product Strategy

Octus is a leading global provider of credit intelligence, data, and analytics. Since 2013, tens of thousands of professionals across hedge fund, investment banking, management consulting, and law firm verticals have relied on Octus to make better, faster, and more confident decisions in pace with the fast‑moving credit markets.

Working at Octus

Octus hires growth‑minded innovators and trailblazers across the globe to drive our business and culture. Our core values – Action Oriented, Customer First Mindset, Effective Team Players, and Driven to Excel – define an organizational ethos that’s as high‑performing as it is human. Among other perks, Octus employees enjoy competitive health benefits, a matched 401(k) and pension plan, PTO, generous parental leave, gym subsidies, educational reimbursements for career development, recognition programs, and pet‑friendly offices (US only).

Role Summary

We are seeking a Director of Product Strategy to lead strategic product development and go‑to‑market activities for our core editorial offerings. The role is responsible for understanding stakeholder needs, substantiating product ideas, aligning with business objectives, and driving the strategic deployment of resources. The Director will define value propositions, develop commercial and business roadmaps, and lead cross‑functional initiatives across product, editorial, data, and commercial teams.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of Octus’s users, including hedge fund analysts, legal professionals, and advisors, as well as internal stakeholder needs.
• Gain fluency in our products, tools, and use cases to serve as a subject matter expert and strategic voice.
• Derive insights from interviews, feedback, usage data, and the competitive landscape to guide product strategy.
• Define clear value propositions and benefits that shape product decisions and roadmaps.
• Create and maintain business cases that articulate high‑impact stakeholder problems and justify investment.
• Manage the product strategy roadmap for Octus Core, including both technology and non‑technology components.
• Translate business objectives—especially around platform usage, stickiness, and cross‑sell—into strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with Commercial and Marketing teams to plan and execute go‑to‑market initiatives for both tech and content‑driven launches.
• Ensure product packaging, messaging, and rollout strategies resonate with customer needs and drive adoption.
• Collaborate with the Business Intelligence team to define and track success metrics.
• Continuously monitor performance and iterate based on results and evolving priorities.
• Communicate strategy, outcomes, and recommendations to executive stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in product strategy, product management, or commercial strategy, preferably in financial information, fintech, or B2B SaaS.
• Strong understanding of sub‑investment grade credit markets, including leveraged finance, private credit, and restructuring.
• Experience defining product vision, roadmap, and go‑to‑market strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and influence at all levels.
• Highly analytical with excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, founder‑led, and intellectually rigorous environment.

Why Join Octus?

• Shape the strategic direction of our flagship offering in a mission‑critical space.
• Work at the intersection of content, data, and technology with a uniquely specialized user base.
• Join a collaborative, high‑performing team focused on growth and innovation.

The base salary range estimate for this position is 110,000 GBP – 138,000 GBP. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, location, and business needs. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Octus is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse work environment where all individuals are valued, respected, and treated fairly. We believe that diversity enriches our workplace and enhances our ability to innovate and succeed.

Additional Information

Seniority Level: Director
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Product Management and Marketing
Industries: Technology, Information and Internet