Head of Product - Crypto

Company:  Morgan McKinley
Location: London
Closing Date: 29/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Job Description

Morgan McKinley are pleased to be assisting our client, a fast-growing leader in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space, committed to driving innovation in decentralized finance (DeFi), tokenization, and blockchain infrastructure. We aim to simplify digital assets for the masses, offering a secure and user-friendly platform for buying, selling, and managing crypto assets. Join us as we build the next generation of digital financial tools, bridging the gap between traditional finance and blockchain technology.


Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Product. This role will be crucial in driving product strategy, innovation, and execution for our crypto-focused platform. As the Head of Product, you will launch groundbreaking products in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space.

You will own the product roadmap and be responsible for delivering high-impact features that meet user needs, comply with industry regulations, and contribute to the company's overall growth strategy.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Product Strategy & Vision: Define and drive the long-term product vision and strategy aligned with the company’s business goals and market trends in blockchain and cryptocurrency.
  • Roadmap Development: Own the product roadmap, ensuring it reflects business priorities, market opportunities, and user needs, while maintaining flexibility to adapt to the rapidly evolving crypto landscape.
  • Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of product managers, UX designers, and analysts to deliver world-class crypto products that delight users and differentiate us from competitors.
  • Collaboration: Partner with engineering, marketing, compliance, and other departments to ensure alignment on product goals, timelines, and resources.
  • Market Research & Insights: Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor products, and regulatory changes, applying insights to enhance product offerings.
  • User-Centered Design: Champion a user-centric approach to product development, ensuring that features solve real customer pain points and deliver seamless experiences across web and mobile platforms.
  • Metrics & Performance: Define KPIs for product success, monitor performance, and make data-driven decisions to optimize features, improve usability, and drive user engagement and retention.
  • Compliance & Security: Ensure products meet regulatory requirements and adhere to best practices for security, privacy, and compliance in the cryptocurrency industry.
  • Product Launches: Oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation and design to development, launch, and post-launch iteration.


Qualifications:

  • Experience: Prior experience in fintech, blockchain, cryptocurrency, or financial services is a strong plus.
  • Technical Acumen: Deep understanding of blockchain technology, decentralized finance (DeFi), crypto assets, wallets, and the regulatory environment governing digital currencies.
  • Leadership: Proven track record of leading and scaling product teams in high-growth environments.
  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop a product strategy that balances long-term vision with immediate business needs in a fast-paced, competitive market.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong ability to interpret data, user feedback, and market research to make informed product decisions.
  • Execution Focused: Demonstrated experience in driving product development from concept to launch, with a focus on timely and high-quality delivery.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Passion for Crypto: A genuine interest in cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and its transformative potential for global finance.


Nice to Have:

  • Familiarity with decentralized applications (dApps), smart contracts, and Web3 development.
  • Experience in scaling digital products globally.
  • Understanding of global financial regulations related to cryptocurrencies and digital assets.


If the above sounds of interest, please apply with your updated CV.


Many thanks,

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