Payments Canada's purpose is to make payments easier, smarter and safer for all Canadians. We care deeply about our employees' well-being and are committed to providing a flexible, hybrid work environment that supports in-person connection and remote work.|Get to Know UsWe are a unique organization situated at the centre of Canada's payments ecosystem. We own and operate payment systems that process hundreds of billions of dollars worth of payment transactions every business day. We convene ecosystem participants to discuss their multiple and diverse interests and ideas, and to navigate industry-level challenges. We adhere to a set of values that in themselves are tensions: Inspire Trust, Build Community and Enable Change.Payments Canada where our country connects:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czEJQ0jhqIU|Our CultureWe are a collaborative, diverse and passionate group of individuals. We support one another, make impactful contributions to the organization, and develop and nurture meaningful connections across our ecosystem!Come and join us - Where Payments Meets Purpose!|About the role;The Director of Core Payment Products plays a crucial role within Payments Canada, focusing on the ongoing product management and enhancement of existing payments systems and services, including ACSS and Lynx, as well as any future capabilities that are launched and deemed as core. This role involves overseeing the entire post-launch product lifecycle, ensuring products remain functional, competitive, and aligned with industry needs. Your leadership will drive continuous improvement and ensure that our core payment capabilities meet evolving market demands, all while working closely with various internal and external stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.Job Grade: H|What you'll doYour Responsibilities include: · Product Strategy Development: Developing and executing comprehensive product strategies, outlining product vision and roadmap in collaboration with cross-functional teams. · Strategic Planning: Managing strategic planning, providing insights and recommendations for core payment products to achieve organizational goals. · Lifecycle Management: Managing the intake of products from the product development teams, post launch, and driving the subsequent product lifecycle, including enhancements, updates, and ongoing improvements. · Stakeholder Engagement: Building and maintaining relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure product success and alignment with market needs. · Team Leadership: Fostering professional growth within the team, aligning goals with organizational objectives, and promoting a collaborative culture. · Performance Monitoring: Actively monitor stakeholder impacts, opportunities, and ensuring products remain competitive and relevant. · External Representation: Representing the organization at industry events and committees, enhancing its reputation and influence within the payments ecosystem.|Minimum Qualifications · Undergraduate or graduate degree in Business, Economics, or a related discipline; · Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in product management within the payments/financial services sector; · Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a people leadership role; · Additional Product management experience in a government or non-profit organization would be beneficial; · In-depth knowledge of payment systems and related trends in the domestic and international payments ecosystem; · Strong knowledge of regulatory (eg. OSFI, PIPEDA), compliance (eg. AML and Sanctions) and financial market risk principles within the payment's ecosystem; · Experience managing stakeholders within a financial institution and/or multiple external stakeholders impacted by payment networks; · Proven ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment; · Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills with the ability to develop and execute product strategies aligned with organizational objectives; · Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively.|Preferred Qualifications · Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset;| Salary Range · Based on qualifications and experience: $134,837 and $168,546.Please submit your application by July 30, 2024.| Payments Meets Purpose - What you can expect from us · Flexible, hybrid (remote/office) environment; · Competitive compensation package, including annual variable bonus and defined contribution pension plan with employer matching percentage (If eligible); · Comprehensive health and dental benefit coverage, including mental health coverage, life insurance and a health spending account for you and your dependents (Permanent and temporary employee's with contracts 12 months & over); · Paid time off: minimum four weeks paid vacation, sick and personal days, December Holiday Shutdown and Cultural Holiday Observance Days; · 26 Weeks of paid maternity and parental leave top-up; · Rewards and recognition program; · Access to Office Gym Facilities; · Internal and external professional development opportunities; · Fun team and organizational events; · Monthly All Staff Forums led by our Executive Leadership Team.|Our Diversity, Inclusion and Equity CommitmentAt Payments Canada, we are committed to making everyone feel they can be themselves and thrive at work. We will continue to build on a foundation of respect and appreciation for diversity in all forms and collectively create an inclusive and equitable culture where our differences are valued.We are committed to employment equity and actively encourage applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require special accommodation by emailing hrinfo@payments.ca.We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Interviews may be conducted virtually or in person.
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