Senior Product Manager reference: 0000081079

## Senior Product Manager, Global Transaction Banking - Payments Propositions

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Product Manager to join Barclays Global Transaction Banking and play a pivotal role in shaping and driving innovative payments propositions. If you are passionate about transforming client use-cases into market-leading solutions and have a strong understanding of the payments landscape, this role offers a significant platform for career growth and impact.

About the Opportunity:

Barclays possesses a robust suite of payment capabilities, crucial for the operational success of its global clients. As a Senior Product Manager, you will be instrumental in building and enhancing these propositions. This involves deep collaboration with internal teams and direct client engagement to identify and address critical needs, such as retail collections and vendor payments. Your work will directly contribute to the business growth of both Barclays and its valued clients by delivering effective and market-leading cash management solutions.

The core of this role lies in the end-to-end ownership and management of products designed to generate sustainable returns and empower clients to achieve their business ambitions. This includes not only conceptualization and design but also the detailed development of features, pricing strategies, operational processes, robust controls, and performance measurement.

Key Advantages for Candidates:

• Strategic Impact: Directly influence the direction and delivery of critical payments products, shaping how businesses operate and manage their finances.
• Client-Centric Innovation: Engage directly with clients to understand their challenges and translate those insights into tangible product solutions.
• End-to-End Product Ownership: Gain comprehensive experience in managing a product lifecycle from ideation and development through to market launch and ongoing optimization.
• Career Development: This role offers a clear path for growth within a leading financial institution, with opportunities to develop expertise in financial services product management and gain exposure to diverse business disciplines.
• Collaborative Environment: Work within a dynamic and collaborative team, fostering cross-functional partnerships and leveraging collective expertise.
• Market Influence: Contribute to the development of market-leading propositions within the Global Transaction Banking space, enhancing Barclays' competitive edge.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

To thrive in this role and maximize your career trajectory, consider the following:

• Proven Track Record: A demonstrated history of successfully owning and delivering complex product propositions and cross-functional initiatives is paramount.
• Commercial Acumen: A strong understanding of income and cost drivers within payment solutions is essential. Candidates should be adept at identifying opportunities for process and product improvements that enhance value.
• Client Insight: Deep empathy and understanding of corporate client needs and their operational drivers are crucial for delivering truly impactful solutions.
• Analytical Rigor: A robust analytical capability coupled with a proactive problem-solving mindset will be vital for navigating complex challenges and driving data-informed decisions.
• Industry Knowledge (Preferred): While not always mandatory, prior experience in product management within a financial services organization, particularly in payments, will be highly advantageous. A broad understanding of the product lifecycle and the interplay of various business disciplines (Compliance, Operations, Sales, IT, etc.) is also a significant asset.
• Strategic Thinking: The ability to contribute to strategy, drive requirements, and recommend impactful changes is expected.
• Risk Management: A proactive approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks is a fundamental aspect of this role and crucial for robust controls.

This role is based in London, offering a prime location within a global financial hub.

Barclays is committed to fostering a culture where colleagues embody the core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, guided by the Empower, Challenge, and Drive Mindset. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that will define the future of payments for our clients, we encourage you to explore this exceptional opportunity.