Head of Retail Lending

Finastra; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited vacation

Hybrid working arrangements

Wellbeing programs

Health and retirement plans

Job summary

Finastra in Atlanta, Georgia is seeking a Vice President of Product Management to lead the Retail Lending Solutions portfolio, including LaserPro and MortgageBot. This role shapes the roadmap, drives innovation, and ensures growth of our retail lending offerings for financial institutions.

As a senior leader, you will collaborate with the CPO, oversee go-to-market activities, and represent Finastra at industry forums.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services, lending tech, or product leadership.
• Proven track record delivering fintech or banking software.
• Degree-level education; field not restricted.
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments and client expectations.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and evolution of retail lending products.
• Establish client advisory boards to inform strategy.
• Transform legacy lending solutions to meet regulatory and client needs.
• Collaborate with CPO on cross-suite use cases.
• Represent Finastra at industry events and forums.
• Own go-to-market activities with sales collateral and RFI/RFP responses.
• Lead partner engagements and negotiate commercial constructs.
• Monitor competition and emerging tech for long-term planning.

Skills

Product leadership

Market analysis

Stakeholder influence

Industry insight

Regulatory understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Who are we?

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

Role Overview :

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Vice President of Product Management to lead our Retail Lending Solutions portfolio, based in Atlanta, Georgia. This strategic role is responsible for shaping the product roadmap, driving innovation, and ensuring the continued growth and market relevance of our retail lending offerings, including LaserPro, MortgageBot, and broader retail lending solutions.

The VP will serve as a key thought leader, collaborating across the organization and industry to deliver impactful, client‑centric solutions that support financial institutions in delivering modern, compliant, and scalable retail lending experiences.

Key Responsibilities :

Product Design & Industry Insight

• Lead the design and evolution of retail lending product offerings, informed by deep industry insight and market trends.
• Establish and manage client advisory boards to incorporate direct client feedback into product strategy.
• Drive transformation and modernization of legacy lending solutions, ensuring alignment with client needs, regulatory expectations, and industry standards.

Strategic Collaboration & Execution

• Work closely with the Chief Product Officer (CPO) to identify and execute cross-suite use cases and integrated lending solutions.
• Actively participate in build, buy, and partnership decision-making processes to accelerate product development and market reach.
• Lead partner engagements and negotiate commercial constructs to deliver mutual value and strategic alignment.

Thought Leadership & Industry Engagement

• Represent Finastra at industry events, forums, and publications, positioning the company as a leader in retail lending innovation.
• Leverage a robust industry network to gather market intelligence and inform product strategy within the retail lending ecosystem.

Go-To-Market Ownership

• Own domain expertise in go‑to‑market activities, including development and support of sales collateral, responses to RFI/RFPs, and client presentations.
• Support sales and pre‑sales teams with market insights, competitive positioning, and product messaging specific to retail lending solutions.

Vision & Leadership

• Maintain a broad vision for product evolution within the retail lending and financial services space, anticipating regulatory changes and macroeconomic trends.
• Continuously monitor the competitive landscape and emerging technologies to inform long‑term product planning for LaserPro, MortgageBot, and adjacent retail lending capabilities

Required Qualifications

• Experience in financial services, lending technology, or product management leadership.
• Proven track record of product leadership and delivery within fintech or banking software environments.
• Degree‑level education required (subject not restricted to computer science).
• Demonstrated expertise in product strategy, market analysis, and solution delivery within the financial technology sector.
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments, industry standards, and client expectations within lending and retail banking domains.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Desired Attributes

• Visionary leadership and strategic thinking, with the ability to anticipate market shifts and drive innovation.
• Proactive engagement with industry bodies, clients, and partners.
• Collaborative mindset, fostering cross‑functional teamwork and knowledge sharing.
• Commercial acumen and negotiation skills for partner and client engagements.
• Strong commitment to delivering high‑quality, client‑centric retail lending solutions

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:

• Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work.
• Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*
• Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.
• Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.
• Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.

Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.

Applicants for this position need to be located in posted location or their immediate surrounding areas. Due to the requirements of this position, this job posting is not available for, and Finastra will not be considering any applicants who currently reside in New York City or California.