At Shift, we’re business specialists dedicated to helping Australian SMEs take control of their cashflow, streamline trade terms and choose the right financial products.

We believe Australian businesses are the driving force behind our economy and are core to our communities. That’s why our business expertise, focus on relationships, and market-leading technology is at the core of everything we do.

Our unique approach to product innovation combined with our collaborative culture means you can build your career in a supportive environment. You’ll be joining a diverse team of over 250 people who are always looking to deliver better outcomes for Australian businesses.

Job Description

We’re looking for a strategic and visionary Product Strategy Lead to join our team. In this role, you’ll drive the development and execution of our product strategy, ensuring that our offerings are unique, valuable, and ahead of the curve. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of product strategy and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the role for you.

This role is about more than just numbers; it's about understanding what the data tells us and how it can guide Shift to better serve our clients in the business lending sector.

What you'll do:

Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy that aligns with our business goals and market opportunities.
Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape. Use this insight to drive strategic decisions.
Work closely with product development, marketing, sales, and other teams to ensure alignment and effective execution of the product strategy.
Drive innovation by identifying new opportunities, creating unique product offerings, and staying ahead of market trends.
Track and analyse product performance metrics. Use data to inform strategy adjustments and ensure continued product success.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring:

Proven experience in product strategy or a related field, including a successful track record of launching and scaling products within the financial services industry.
Strong ability to develop and execute strategic plans, with a focus on market differentiation and long-term success.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to turn data into actionable insights.
Outstanding communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate strategy and collaborate with various stakeholders.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and able to adjust strategies based on evolving business needs.

Additional Information

Key benefits:

Collaborative teams – a flat structure means everyone can learn from colleagues and senior leaders around the business.
Be involved – come together with all of your colleagues every 100 days to share the product and technology roadmap and business strategy.
Flexible working environment – we’re headquartered in North Sydney with state-based workplaces and offer a flexible work policy.
Family support – industry leading 26 weeks paid parental leave.
Varied workspaces – our office enables areas for collaboration, brainstorming and socialising as well as focus zones.
Range of benefits – supporting your physical, psychological and financial wellbeing.