Director of Product - Expense Management at Tide

ABOUT TIDE At Tide we help SMEs save time (and money) in the running of their businesses by not only offering business accounts and related banking services, but also a comprehensive set of highly usable and connected administrative solutions from invoicing to accounting. Tide is transforming the small business banking market with over 1.6 million members globally across the UK, India, Germany and France. Using advanced technology, all solutions are designed with SMEs in mind. With quick onboarding, low fees and innovative features, we thrive on making data-driven decisions to help SMEs save both time and money. Tide facts: • Tide is available for UK, Indian, German and French SMEs • Over 1.6 million members: 800,000 UK and 800,000 in India and growing rapidly • Over $200 million raised in funding • Over 2500 Tideans globally - we’re diversity champions! • We have offices in Central London, with a member support and technology centre in Sofia, Bulgaria, technology centres in Serbia, Romania, Lithuania and Hyderabad and offices in Gurugram and New Delhi, India ABOUT THE TEAM The Expense Management team is on a mission to end the fear and effort of managing expenses for micro and small & medium businesses (mSME). Instead of having to take time to manually track expenses, schedule payments, and ensure these are done correctly for bookkeeping and accounting, we automate and simplify these things so that mSMEs can focus on what really matters for their businesses (e.g. finding customers, delivering great products & services). This area is at an exciting point in our journey as we have a product in market, and we are significantly increasing its reach and impact via investments in product development, product-led growth and internationalisation. ABOUT THE ROLE As Director of Product you will: • Make high-quality decisions about product strategy & execution, translating strategy into impact-driven roadmaps. • Own and drive commercial outcomes for the product; set goals, deliver KPIs, and maintain internal/external relationships. • Lead and work closely with a cross-functional team and stakeholders to set priorities, create a roadmap, and ship products with high velocity that deliver value to our Members • Define goals and measure performance to evaluate and understand product value • Build alignment on priorities, plans and progress in your team, across other product teams, with stakeholders and the Leadership team • Inspire and influence others and yourself to think differently, solve problems, seize opportunities and be passionate about working towards the mission WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We’re looking for an exceptional Product Manager to join our product team that is building a world class expense management experience that will truly benefit micro, small & medium businesses around the world. The ideal candidate will have: • A proven track record of at least 10+ years in product management with 3+ in leadership roles • Domain knowledge preferably in fintech / expense management / accounts payable & receivable / cards / payments / accounting & tax / financial services / or some other related field. We value aptitude over experience, but we’re looking for a track-record of product leadership and impact. • Commercially-minded, strategic & analytical approach with the ability to effectively make business impact via product strategy. Will also bring a hands-on approach, be close to the details and execution, understanding how to strike a balance. • Experience leading and seamlessly collaborating in cross-functional teams to drive successful product launches, continuous improvements, and growth. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, especially in relation to decision-making, plans, progress, achievements and challenges. WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN Our location-specific employee benefits are designed to cater to the unique needs of Tideans: • Competitive Compensation - Competitive salary and share options. • Time Off – Generous annual leave on top of bank holidays. • Parental Leave – Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support your family journey. • Sabbatical – Extended unpaid and paid leave options after completing milestone years with Tide. • Health Insurance – Private family insurance with additional OPD coverage and top-up options. • Life & Accident Cover – Comprehensive accidental and life insurance protection. • Mental Wellbeing – Access to therapy sessions, courses, meditations, and workshops. • Volunteering & Development Days – Paid days annually for volunteering or personal growth. • Learning & Development – Annual budget for books, courses, coaching, and more. • WOO (Work Outside the Office) – Work from abroad for up to 90 days annually. • Home Office Setup – Contribution towards setting up your home office. • Laptop Ownership – Keep your old laptop and get a new one when it’s time for a replacement. • Snacks & Meals – Office perks with snacks, coffee, tea, and lunch (location dependent). TIDEAN WAYS OF WORKING At Tide, we champion a flexible workplace model that supports both in-person and remote work to cater to the specific needs of our different teams. While remote work is supported, we believe in the power of face-to-face interactions to foster team spirit and collaboration. Our offices are designed as hubs for innovation and team-building, where we encourage regular in-person gatherings to foster a strong sense of community. TIDE IS A PLACE FOR EVERYONE At Tide, we believe that we can only succeed if we let our differences enrich our culture. Our Tideans come from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels. We consider everyone irrespective of their ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity or differently-abled status. We celebrate diversity in our workforce as a cornerstone of our success. Our commitment to a broad spectrum of ideas and backgrounds is what enables us to build products that resonate with our members’ diverse needs and lives. We are One Team and foster a transparent and inclusive environment, where everyone’s voice is heard. At Tide, we thrive on diversity, embracing various backgrounds and experiences. We welcome all individuals regardless of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Our inclusive culture is key to our success, helping us build products that meet our members' diverse needs. We are One Team, committed to transparency and ensuring everyone’s voice is heard. Disclaimer It has come to our attention that individuals or agencies are falsely claiming to represent Tide and are reaching out to candidates regarding job opportunities. 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