Head of Digital Banking Innovation

Placements24; Rustenburg; Ibrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.100.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Executive bonus

Remote work

Health insurance

Executive coaching

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Digital Banking Innovation for a fully remote leadership role. You will architect the digital transformation, drive product strategy, and lead a cross-functional team to deliver customer-centric banking solutions worldwide.

The role requires a track record in digital product leadership, agile delivery, and strong stakeholder influence. You will partner with IT, marketing, and compliance to accelerate innovation while shaping the future of digital banking from

Competenze

• Master's degree in a related field required.
• MBA or equivalent highly desirable.
• 10+ years in digital product management/innovation in banking & finance.
• Proven track record launching and scaling digital banking products.

Mansioni

• Define and execute the digital banking innovation strategy and roadmap.
• Lead ideation, development, and launch of new digital products and features (mobile, online platforms, fintech integrations).
• Oversee transformation roadmap aligning with business objectives and customer needs.
• Mentor a cross-functional team of product managers, designers, developers, and data scientists.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, technologies, and disruptions in financial services.
• Foster a culture of experimentation and agile development with rapid prototyping.
• Collaborate with IT, marketing, operations, and compliance for successful delivery.
• Develop KPIs and report progress to senior leadership.
• Manage relationships with technology partners, fintechs, and vendors.
• Champion customer-centric design throughout the organization.

Conoscenze

Digital product management

Innovation leadership

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Formazione

Master's degree

MBA

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking financial institution, is looking for a visionary Head of Digital Banking Innovation to lead their digital transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote role, allowing exceptional candidates to drive change from anywhere. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and implementing innovative digital banking solutions that enhance customer experience, optimize operations, and create new revenue streams. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of emerging technologies, agile methodologies, and the evolving landscape of financial services. You will lead a cross-functional team, foster a culture of innovation, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to bring cutting-edge digital products and services to market. This is a leadership opportunity to redefine digital banking and set new industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the digital banking innovation strategy, identifying key opportunities for technological advancement.
• Lead the ideation, development, and launch of new digital products, services, and features, including mobile banking, online platforms, and fintech integrations.
• Oversee the digital transformation roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs.
• Manage and mentor a team of product managers, designers, developers, and data scientists focused on digital innovation.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends, technologies, and potential disruptions in the financial services industry.
• Foster a culture of experimentation and agile development, promoting rapid prototyping and iterative improvements.
• Collaborate closely with IT, marketing, operations, and compliance departments to ensure successful product delivery and integration.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of digital initiatives and report on progress to senior leadership.
• Manage relationships with technology partners, fintech startups, and external vendors.
• Champion digital best practices and customer-centric design principles throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• An MBA or equivalent advanced degree is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in digital product management, innovation, or technology leadership within the **banking & finance** sector.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling digital products and services in a complex environment.
• Deep understanding of digital banking trends, emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, cloud computing), and agile methodologies.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience in managing budgets and vendor relationships.
• Passion for innovation and a customer-centric mindset.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a highly competitive executive-level salary, significant performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including top-tier health insurance, retirement savings plans, and generous paid time off.
• This role provides the ultimate flexibility to work from anywhere while leading critical digital initiatives for a leading financial institution.
• We invest in our leaders, offering extensive opportunities for professional development, executive coaching, and attendance at global innovation summits.
• Join a team that is shaping the future of banking and drive significant impact from Rustenburg, North West or your preferred remote location.