Strategic Initiatives Manager (Fintech)

TL;DR

Strategic Initiatives Manager (Fintech): Shaping and delivering the strategic vision for Retail Annuities and Home Finance with an accent on commercial priorities, customer needs, and operational effectiveness. Focus on translating strategy into practical actions, managing governance for senior stakeholders, and optimizing customer outcomes within a regulatory environment.

Location: Hybrid (London, UK)

Company

hirify.global is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor providing retirement and protection solutions.

What you will do

• Shape the Retail Retirement strategy and key initiatives in partnership with the leadership team.
• Build market and customer insights to inform strategic decisions.
• Develop strategic content for senior stakeholders, committees, and planning forums.
• Monitor the performance of strategic initiatives against financial targets and business objectives.
• Establish and facilitate effective governance, including managing papers and action tracking for business forums.
• Ensure customer outcomes and Conduct Risk principles are integrated into daily activities.

Requirements

• Experience in financial services, preferably within pensions, retirement, annuities, or home finance.
• Knowledge of product management, proposition design, and governance.
• Understanding of the regulatory environment relevant to retirement markets.
• Proven experience developing and delivering business or product strategy.
• Ability to use data and market awareness to support business decisions.
• Experience working in an Agile delivery environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Annual performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes.
• Generous pension contributions and life assurance.
• Healthcare Plan for permanent employees.
• At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with options to buy or sell leave.
• Competitive family leave and an electric car salary sacrifice scheme.
• Inclusive culture with a focus on flexible working options.