Senior Product Owner - Injaz - RBG - Head + Product - Retail Banking Group

The Senior Product Owner will lead a large team, directing key initiatives in digital payments and remittances. The role requires a focus on business case development, squad leadership, and managing product teams for Payments & Remittance.

Location
United Arab Emirates

Responsibilities

• Lead 40+ staff members globally, including direct and outsourced resources.
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize new digital payments use cases that align with the company’s strategic objectives, and develop robust business cases for investment.
• Establish and lead squads dedicated to the delivery of Payments & Remittance initiatives, ensuring collaborative execution and monitoring of progress against KPIs.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to maintain adherence to regulatory standards for all products and processes.
• Partner with technology teams to design scalable solutions, focusing on operational efficiency and security.
• Enhance solutions for cross-border money transfers, emphasizing SWIFT and alternative payment options.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 20 years of proven experience in Payments & Remittance and product implementation within financial services.
• Strong understanding of digital payment flows and experience in cross-border money transfers.
• Proven ability to develop business cases and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.