AVP, Product Manager - Bank Innovation
Hybrid Corporate 180 - Arlington, MA 02474
Overview
Salary Range $99,047.10 - $148,530.16 Salary Position Type Full Time
Description
Leader Bank is looking for exceptionally dedicated team members to join one of the region's fastest growing community banks and mortgage lenders. At the time of its founding in 2002, Leader Bank had one branch office, $6.5 million in assets and 7 team members. Since then, the Bank has become one of the most successful banks in Massachusetts with $4.5 billion in assets, more than 400 team members, 7 branch offices, and annual mortgage originations of over $2 billion.
Exemplary products and an innovative spirit have driven Leader Bank's rapid growth over the years, and our team members embrace these values. Our mission is to obsess over our clients, make them feel valued, and maintain long-term relationships with them by constantly enhancing our products and processes to always improve our client experience. For our team members, Leader Bank prioritizes competitive compensation and benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and an environment that fosters diversity and inclusion.
Responsibilities
Strategy & Vision
- Define and communicate a clear product vision for online banking and mobile app experiences aligned with business goals.
- Stay informed on industry trends, customer expectations, and regulatory changes.
Roadmap & Prioritization
- Own and maintain the product roadmap for online and mobile banking.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives based on impact, feasibility, and strategic alignment.
Product Development
- Lead requests with our development team and vendors through the product lifecycle from ideation to launch.
- Write detailed product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
Customer Experience & Optimization
- Continuously analyze user behavior, conversion metrics, and feedback to identify friction points and opportunities.
- Champion seamless, intuitive, and compliant digital experiences.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with marketing, sales, compliance, and operations to ensure alignment and successful product delivery.
- Communicate product plans, progress, and outcomes to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
Regulatory & Risk Management
- Ensure the platforms meet applicable regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to proactively address risk and policy changes.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of product management experience, preferably in banking or fintech.
- Experience with agile methodologies and product management tools.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
- Preferred Skills:
- Proven track record of managing digital banking channels and mobile app.
- Familiarity with core banking systems, APIs and third-party platforms.
- Data-driven mindset with experience in workflow optimization.
Leader Bank offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including 401k plan with corporate match, medical and dental insurance, and the opportunity to work for a fast growing, local organization.
Leader Bank, N.A. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military status, veteran status, or any other protected class.
Salary Minimum: $99,047.10 - Salary Max: $148,530.16
The range listed is just one component of Leader Bank's total compensation package for team members. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, commissions, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Leader Bank provides a variety of benefits to eligible team members, including health insurance coverage, a team member wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off and vacation.