Product Manager - FinTech

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced

Fintech Product Manager

to

lead the design, development, and launch of innovative financial products

across the MENA / GCC region. The ideal candidate will have a

proven track record in fintech, digital banking, or payments , with the ability to take products

from concept to market at scale . This role demands a balance of

strategic vision, technical fluency, regulatory expertise, and customer obsession . You will work closely with

cross-functional teams

to deliver products that are

compliant, user-focused, and commercially impactful . Critical Competencies

Customer Obsession :

Deep empathy for users; ability to translate insights into product features. Data-Driven Decision Making :

Strong quantitative skills to define metrics, analyze behavior, and guide decisions. Technical Fluency :

Ability to engage in technical discussions with engineering teams and understand system architecture. Strategic Thinking :

Balance user needs, business objectives, and technical constraints. Communication Excellence :

Clear written and verbal communication to influence stakeholders. Execution Focus :

Proven ability to deliver

high-quality products on time . Problem-Solving :

Structured approach to addressing complex challenges with

innovative solutions . Regulatory Acumen :

Strong knowledge of

financial regulations

to ensure compliance. Cross-Functional Leadership :

Ability to

lead without authority

and align diverse teams. Essential Qualifications

5+ years

of product management experience, including

3+ years in fintech, digital banking, payments, or financial services . Proven track record

of launching and scaling

B2C or B2B financial products from 0 to 1 . Experience in

fast-paced startup environments , preferably in venture studios or early-stage companies. Strong understanding of

MENA / GCC markets

and

regional user behaviors

in financial services. Proficiency with

agile development methodologies

and tools (JIRA, Confluence, Figma, etc.). Ability to collaborate with technical teams and understand

API integrations, payment systems, and financial infrastructure . Knowledge of

regulatory compliance

in financial services ( KYC, AML, PSD2, or regional equivalents ). Strong

analytical background

with experience in

data analysis, A / B testing, and product analytics tools

(Mixpanel, Amplitude, etc.). Bachelor’s degree

• in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field. Fluency in English ;

Arabic strongly preferred . Preferred Qualifications

Experience in

venture studios

or managing

multiple products simultaneously . Track record of building products that achieved

significant scale

(100K+ users or $10M+ transaction volume). Exposure to

AI / ML applications

in financial services. Product management certifications

(CSPO, CPM, or equivalent). Experience launching products in

multiple GCC markets . Background in

management consulting

or

investment banking . MBA or advanced degree

in a relevant field. Strong

professional network

within the

MENA fintech ecosystem . Knowledge of

open banking, BaaS (Banking-as-a-Service), or API-first products . Understanding of

Islamic finance principles

and

Shariah-compliant product development . Technical Skills

Familiarity with

payment gateways

and

financial APIs . Experience with

product analytics and experimentation platforms . Knowledge of

security and encryption standards

in financial services.

#J-18808-Ljbffr