Product Manager

Job Description

The Product Manager will be responsible for planning, executing and concluding the product / projects. They need to ensure that projects are finished on time, within budget and meet the expected quality standards. Key Responsibilities: 1. Project Planning and Coordination: Assist the Product Manager in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project requirements are met. 2. Product Development Support: Collaborate with the Product Manager to gather and document product requirements from stakeholders. Assist in creating and maintaining product roadmaps and backlogs. Support the Product Manager in prioritizing features and enhancements based on business value and customer feedback. 3. Execution and Monitoring: Monitor project progress and make adjustments as needed to ensure successful completion. Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals. Report and escalate issues to management as needed. 4. Stakeholder Management: Maintain clear and effective communication with stakeholders, including team members, clients, and senior management. Prepare and present regular status reports, project updates, and presentations. 5. Documentation and Compliance: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, reports, and records. Ensure all projects comply with regulatory requirements and company policies. 6. Product Launch and Post-Launch Support: Assist in the coordination of product launches, ensuring all teams are aligned and prepared. Monitor product performance post-launch and gather user feedback. Support the Product Manager in analyzing post-launch metrics and identifying areas for improvement. 7. Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in project management processes and recommend solutions. Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in project management and fintech lending. 8. Vendor Management: Coordinate with Product Manager in identifying the right set of vendors for a particular module/feature Coordinate with the Business Team in finalizing the pricing of the vendors Coordinate with the Accounts Team in handling invoicing of the vendor. Ensuring high availability of product by aligning multiple vendors to handle the services. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field. 2+ years of experience in project management, preferably in fintech or financial services. Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall). Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello). Experience in product management or supporting product development teams is highly desirable. Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines. CAPM, PMP or PRINCE2 certification is a plus.