Senior Product Manager

*This role requires a hybrid schedule in either our Charlotte, Seattle, or Denver offices; Tuesday-Thursday in-office, Monday and Friday remote. Additionally, this position does not offer visa sponsorship.*

THE POSITION 

LendingTree is a leading online marketplace and membership platform that empowers consumers to monitor their credit and comparison shop a full suite of financial products. We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Product Manager to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Product Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development and growth of our membership platform and financial marketplaces. You will be responsible for defining and executing the product strategy, working closely with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that our products meet the needs of our customers while driving business success. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Product Strategy: Develop and articulate a clear product strategy that aligns with the company's overall goals and objectives. Identify market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to drive product innovation. 

• Product Roadmap: Create and maintain a detailed product roadmap that outlines the short-term and long-term product development plans. Prioritize features and enhancements based on customer feedback, data, business impact, and technical feasibility. 

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and customer support, to ensure successful product development, launch, and ongoing optimization. 

• User-Centered Design: Champion a user-centric approach to product development, conducting user research, usability testing, and gathering customer feedback to inform product decisions. 

• Metrics and Analytics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of product initiatives. Use data and analytics to make data-driven decisions and continuously improve product performance. 

• Product Development: Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation to launch, and post-launch iteration. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure timely and quality delivery of features and updates. 

• Market Analysis: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor offerings, and regulatory changes in the lending and financial services sector. Use market insights to identify opportunities for growth and product differentiation. 

• Risk Management: Assess and manage product-related risks, including compliance, security, and financial risks, ensuring that the product meets all regulatory and security requirements. 

• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of product managers and junior product managers, providing guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree is a plus. 

• Proven track record of at least 5-7 years of product management experience, preferably in the financial services or lending industry. 

• Strong understanding of online lending products and services, including mortgages, personal loans, and credit cards. 

• Experience working in a technical environment with broad, cross functional teams to deliver features and drive business impact. 

• Experience as a strong leader who can prioritize well, communicate clearly and effectively influence. 

• The ability to turn ambiguity into detailed requirements. 

• Proficiency in using product management tools and methodologies. 

• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions. 

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.