Product Manager (Finance)
2 days ago
City of London
THE ROLE We are seeking a hands-on Product Manager to own the strategy, roadmap, and outcome-focused delivery of data-centric products within the Technology & Digital Services (TDS) portfolio. This role is pivotal in enabling NextEnergy Group to become data-driven, technology-led, and AI-infused business. You will work cross-functionally with data, AI, design, and engineering teams both internally and with third-party partners, to build and deliver user-centered products. You will be accountable for timely product delivery, risk management, and the task management of your product team. While you may specialise in a specific business area (such as Finance, Asset Management, or Commercial Management), you should expect to work on a range of products aligned with business priorities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Product Strategy & Vision • Define product vision, value proposition, success metrics, and delivery roadmap by understanding business problems and opportunities., • Maintain a transparent, evidence-based roadmap that balances outcomes, technology constraints, risk, and capacity., • Oversee “build vs. buy” decisions, leveraging modern data platforms and analytics tools. Energy Sector, Regulatory & Compliance Alignment • Apply industry knowledge to ensure products align with energy sector best practices, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals., • Ensure all products and processes comply with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards., • Collaborate with compliance, legal, and risk teams to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory risks., • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes affecting the energy and technology sectors, and ensure timely implementation of necessary changes in product strategy and delivery. Data Platform & Analytics Integration • Champion the adoption of analytics and AI tools to drive data-informed decision-making across the business. AI & Advanced Analytics • Identify and deliver opportunities to embed AI/ML capabilities into products (e.g., predictive analytics, automation, intelligent workflows)., • Partner with data governance and AI teams to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI. Finance Transformation & Process Improvement • Identify and deliver opportunities for Finance related platforms and processes., • Work with Finance stakeholders to identify pain points and streamline workflows (e.g., month end, budgeting, reporting, procurement, controls)., • Support the evolution of our financial management landscape, with an understanding of ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite) and the ecosystem of tools typically used alongside it (e.g., planning, reporting, integration platforms)., • Work with internal teams and external partners to deliver enhancements, resolve functional issues, and improve adoption. Delivery & Agile Leadership • Translate strategy into product epics/user stories, prioritise with clear acceptance criteria, and manage the product backlog in Azure DevOps., • Lead agile ceremonies with cross-functional squads and coordinate with PMO on timelines, dependencies, and communications., • Oversee business handover, enablement, and drive user adoption of new data and analytics capabilities. Risk, Governance & Compliance • Partner with compliance, security, and data governance colleagues to ensure policy adherence, audit trails, and appropriate controls., • Monitor and mitigate all product-related risks throughout the product lifecycle. Stakeholder & Vendor Management • Align senior stakeholders on outcomes and trade-offs, providing regular updates on product delivery., • Run steering forums with decision-ready materials., • Evaluate and manage third-party partners and vendors, ensuring value, quality, and adherence to contractual terms. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: • Experience in financial data systems and ERP (e.g. NetSuite) and self-service analytics tools (e.g. ThoughSpot)., • Demonstrated ability to deliver products leveraging AI/ML for business value., • Excellent time management, prioritization, and communication skills., • Flexibility and intellectual curiosity to explore new technologies and approaches., • Delivery focus with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills., • Passion for sustainability and the mission to lead the transition to clean energy., • Commitment to NextEnergy Group’s values: be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative, and ‘bring your alpha’., • Experience in the energy sector, with knowledge of industry regulations and market dynamics. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS • Prior experience leading product delivery teams in a data-driven environment., • Hands-on experience integrating cloud data platforms and analytics tools into product solutions., • Experience embedding AI/ML capabilities into products., • Strong understanding of data governance, security, and compliance in cloud environments., • Fluency in Agile product delivery practices., • Experience managing and selecting vendors and working with third-party delivery partners., • Excellent communication skills—able to translate between business requirements and technical delivery., • Experience working in a regulated industry (e.g., energy, finance, utilities, or similar)., • Demonstrated contract management skills, including negotiation and vendor management., • The right to work in the UK. WHAT WE OFFER • A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn, • International scope – we operate in over 8 countries, • Hybrid working – we will need you in the central London (Mayfair) office at least twice a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week, • 30 days’ holiday per year (3 of which are taken during the festive shutdown in December), • Private pension, • BUPA Healthcare for you and qualifying dependents, • Cycle to work and electric vehicle leasing schemes, • Annual discretionary bonus.