SmartAsset is a financial technology company with the simple mission of helping people make better financial decisions. Recently named one of Y Combinator's Top 100 companies of all time, we have raised more than $50 million in venture capital. Our personal finance tools, calculators and content reach more than 45 million people each month. Our business model is to help the in-market consumers on our platform find the right Financial Advisor or the right Financial Product to meet their needs. SmartAsset has been featured in hundreds of publications, including The Wall Street Journal, CNN, TechCrunch, The New York Times, The Washington Post, US News & World Report, TIME, Reuters, Businessweek, Barron's and many more. VP of Product at SmartAsset (View all jobs) New York About Us: SmartAsset is a financial technology company with the simple mission of helping people make better financial decisions. Recently named one of Y Combinator's Top 100 companies of all time, we have raised more than $50 million in venture capital. Our personal finance tools, calculators and content reach more than 45 million people each month. Our business model is to help the in-market consumers on our platform find the right Financial Advisor or the right Financial Product to meet their needs. SmartAsset has been featured in hundreds of publications, including The Wall Street Journal, CNN, TechCrunch, The New York Times, The Washington Post, US News & World Report, TIME, Reuters, Businessweek, Barron's and many more. About You: Reporting directly to the CEO, the VP of Product will be responsible for building and executing our Product strategy. Responsibilities: * Work in partnership with the executive team to build and execute a Product Strategy that pursues our mission of becoming the web's go-to resource for financial advice * Identify KPI's and goal set for the team and individuals * Recruit team members to grow our world class Product team * Coach, mentor and supervise the Product Team * Build industry expertise and a deep understanding of the market forces that will shape our business today and in the future * Ensure the Product Team is working closely and productively with all of our teams: in particular Sales, Business Development and Content * Work closely with our outstanding Tech & QA teams to ensure an efficient Product development process * Most importantly: help our users make better financial decisions Required Skills and Experience: * 7 or more years' experience in consumer-facing Product Management * 2 or more years with direct-line management over 4+ product managers and related roles * 2 or more years' experience being responsible for a business line, P&L or otherwise managing a team with revenue goals * Data driven: extremely comfortable in the language of data and statistical analysis, you understand the value of a metrics focused strategy * User focused: track record of developing feedback loops between users and Product Managers, looking at Net Promoter Scores and utilizing consumer and industry research to improve user experience and business metrics * Experience with best practice in general management functions (hiring, performance reviews, one-on-one's etc.) * Well-versed in core concepts related to UI / UX, including direct experience in both qualitative and quantitative analysis, A/B testing, wire framing, prototyping, developing user feedback loops etc. * Keen attention to detail, strong communication skills, ability to be self-sufficient and find creative solutions * Strong understanding of the financial principles of running a web business, including CAC, NPS, LTV etc. Preferred Skills and Experience: * SEO experience a plus * Experience with web-based analytic products experience a plus (Google Analytics, Mixpanel, etc.) * Investment Banking, Consulting (PE due diligence), or other Finance background a plus * Experience building financial models a plus * Technical experience with software development / writing code a plus Perks: * Catered lunch 3x per week * Friday Tastings * Regular team social activities (book club, sports league, community service, etc.) * Medical, Dental and 401(k) * Educational reimbursement program Locations: * This is a full-time position, based in our New York City Apply for this Job * Required First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Resume/CV Drop files here Attach Dropbox Paste Cover Letter Drop files here Attach Dropbox Paste LinkedIn Profile Website How did you hear about this job? * 7 or more years' experience in consumer-facing Product Management * 2 or more years with direct-line management over 4+ product managers and related roles * 2 or more years' experience being responsible for a business line, P&L or otherwise managing a team with revenue goals * Data driven: extremely comfortable in the language of data and statistical analysis, you understand the value of a metrics focused strategy * User focused: track record of developing feedback loops between users and Product Managers, looking at Net Promoter Scores and utilizing consumer and industry research to improve user experience and business metrics * Experience with best practice in general management functions (hiring, performance reviews, one-on-one's etc.) * Well-versed in core concepts related to UI / UX, including direct experience in both qualitative and quantitative analysis, A/B testing, wire framing, prototyping, developing user feedback loops etc. * Keen attention to detail, strong communication skills, ability to be self-sufficient and find creative solutions * Strong understanding of the financial principles of running a web business, including CAC, NPS, LTV etc. Preferred Skills and Experience: * SEO experience a plus * Experience with web-based analytic products experience a plus (Google Analytics, Mixpanel, etc.) * Investment Banking, Consulting (PE due diligence), or other Finance background a plus * Experience building financial models a plus * Technical experience with software development / writing code a plus * Catered lunch 3x per week * Friday Tastings * Regular team social activities (book club, sports league, community service, etc.) * Medical, Dental and 401(k) * Educational reimbursement program