Head of Product -- World-Renowned Payments Company

Shanghai Permanent View Job Description
As Head of Product Management, you will be responsible for defining product strategy, shaping customer value propositions and managing the end-to-end product lifecycle.
  • Manage product strategy, performance and lifecycle across multiple stages.
  • Drive innovation and bring global practices to the China market.

About Our Client

This organisation operates within the financial services industry and is based in Shanghai.

Job Description

Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Strategy & Portfolio Management

  • Define and execute product strategy based on market, customer needs and business objectives
  • Develop compelling customer value propositions and differentiated product offerings
  • Own product profitability, performance analysis and growth initiatives
  • Drive product lifecycle management from launch through enhancement and optimisation



Market Intelligence & Innovation

  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and growth opportunities
  • Monitor industry developments and evolving consumer preferences
  • Introduce innovative product concepts and practices from global markets to drive competitive advantage



Stakeholder & Partner Management

  • Build strong relationships with financial institution partners and external stakeholders
  • Collaborate closely with business development, marketing and cross-functional teams
  • Influence key decision-makers through data-driven insights and strategic recommendations



Team Leadership

  • Lead, coach and develop a team of product professionals
  • Foster a high-performance culture focused on innovation, execution and customer-centricity
  • Drive alignment across multiple stakeholders to deliver strategic outcomes



The Successful Applicant

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree or above; Master's degree preferred
  • 15+ years of experience in product management, product marketing, consumer financial services, payments, fintech or internet-related industries
  • Proven experience developing and managing consumer-facing products
  • Strong strategic thinking and analytical capabilities, with solid commercial and financial acumen
  • Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills
  • Strong leadership experience managing and developing teams
  • Outstanding communication and presentation skills in both English and Mandarin
  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, highly matrixed environment



What's on Offer

What We Offer

  • Strategic leadership role with significant business impact
  • Opportunity to shape market-lead consumer products
  • Exposure to global product innovation and international stakeholders
  • Collaborative and growth-oriented environment
  • Strong career progression and leadership development opportunities



Contact
Junvy Zhang
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7083493
Phone number
+8621 6026 8087

Job summary

Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Product Control & Valuations
What is your area of specialisation?
Financial Services
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Junvy Zhang
Consultant phone
+8621 6026 8087
Job Reference
JN-082026-7083493

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.