Head of Product - Fintech Portfolio Company
Peak Xv Partners
We are seeking an exceptional and visionary Head of Product to lead our product, design, and growth functions. This is a critical leadership role where you will be instrumental in shaping the product strategy, driving execution, and scaling our platform to millions of users. You will inherit a talented and growing team and play a pivotal role in our journey to become a dominant force in India's fintech landscape.
This role offers a unique opportunity to:
- Define and execute the product vision and roadmap for a rapidly scaling fintech platform.
- Lead a multi-faceted team of product managers, designers, and growth specialists.
- Drive significant business impact by scaling user acquisition, engagement, and revenue.
- Innovate at the intersection of fintech, consumer behavior, and corporate partnerships.
What You'll Do
- Strategic Product Leadership: Define and articulate a compelling product vision and strategy that aligns with [The Company]'s aggressive growth targets and market opportunities.
- Roadmap & Execution: Own the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation and discovery to development, launch, and iteration, ensuring a process-driven approach to deliver high-quality products efficiently.
- Team Management & Mentorship: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of product managers and designers. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
- Growth & User Acquisition: Oversee product-led growth initiatives, working closely with marketing and business development to drive user acquisition, activation, retention, and engagement across all product lines.
- User Experience & Design: Champion a user-centric design philosophy, ensuring intuitive, delightful, and impactful user experiences across our mobile applications.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work seamlessly with engineering, business development, sales, operations, finance, and compliance teams to ensure product-market fit, smooth launches, and operational excellence.
- Market & Competitive Intelligence: Stay abreast of fintech trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory changes to identify new opportunities and maintain [The Company]'s competitive edge.
- Partnership Product Management: Collaborate with key partners to build and optimize co-branded products and integrated financial solutions.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Utilize data and analytics extensively to inform product decisions, measure performance, and identify areas for optimization.
Who You Are
- You have 8-10 years of progressive experience in product management, with a significant portion in leading product teams within a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Candidates with 15+ years of experience may be overqualified for the specific leadership style and stage of growth we are seeking.
- Strong expertise in building and scaling B2C mobile applications is essential, ideally within the fintech domain (consumer lending, payments, investments, or financial wellness).
- Proven track record of managing product, design, and growth functions simultaneously.
- A process-driven approach to product development, with experience implementing and optimizing product frameworks and methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and develop a diverse team of product managers and designers.
- Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- A passion for financial inclusion and empowering users through innovative technology.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to make a significant impact at a rapidly scaling, Peak XV-backed fintech startup.
- A dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced work environment.
- Opportunity to work with a seasoned leadership team and contribute to a product that truly makes a difference in people's lives.
Ready to build the future of financial wellness in India?
If you are a passionate product leader with a strong B2C background and a desire to make a tangible impact, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are excited about this opportunity.