SENIOR DIRECTOR

A career as a Senior Director, Product Management and Innovation at National Bank Trust means acting as a leader of a new Canadian team, responsible for defining the overall vision and product strategy to support the sector’s growth and competitiveness.

You are responsible for establishing a strong product management structure and maximizing the P&L of National Bank Trust products, through product innovation aligned with client needs, pricing optimization, costs, partnerships, and distribution channels. You also work closely with sales leaders as well as delivery and technology evolution teams that support the product strategy. You will stand out through your curiosity, proactive mindset, and strategic thinking. 

This role operates in a pan-Canadian context and includes occasional travel to Vancouver and Toronto.

Your role

• Define the Product team vision and strategic roadmap in alignment with the sector’s strategy
• Establish a structured framework, including tools and clear governance, to ensure consistent, efficient, and sustainable product management
• Oversee the full product lifecycle-from design and development to launch and optimization-and lead product evolution in collaboration with business analysts and product owners
• Analyze market trends, client needs, and data to inform decisions, while ensuring product profitability and regulatory compliance
• Represent the Product function with the executive committee and external stakeholders
• Define and oversee go-to-market strategies in collaboration with marketing and sales teams
• Develop strategic partnerships to expand product reach and distribution
• Collaborate with operations teams to ensure process alignment with the targeted client experience

Your team

Within the National Bank Trust sector, you are part of a large team of more than 150 colleagues across the country and report to the Chief, Strategy, Risk and Growth. Our team stands out for its agility, energy, and personalized approach to serving our clients.

In this role, you lead a team of six senior professionals, recognized for their expertise and strategic contributions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
• Proven experience in product management, including profitability, pricing, and value creation
• Deep expertise in product lifecycle management and related methodologies
• Significant experience leading teams in complex environments
• Ability to design and implement structured operating frameworks
• Knowledge of the institutional market and custody services, considered an asset

Your benefits In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.    * Health and wellness program, including many options * Flexible group insurance * Generous pension plan * Employee Share Ownership Plan * Employee and Family Assistance Program * Preferential banking services * Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives * Telemedicine service * Virtual sleep clinic    These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.   Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.   We're putting people first We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.     We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?    Come live your ambitions with us!