Head of Product Innovation

Industry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS - Information Technology (IT)Management LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryAt PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions.In product management, you will be the general manager of commercial and internal products. You will sit at the intersection of the business, user experience, and the technologies that solve our customer and end-user problems; You will design, develop and manage activities for a specific product or group of products from product definition and planning through production, release, and end of life. For commercial products, it also includes commercialization, go-to-market planning, sales, and other key business support activities.Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member’s unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:Analyse and identify the linkages and interactions between the component parts of an entire system.Take ownership of projects, ensuring their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion.Partner with team leadership to ensure collective ownership of quality, timelines, and deliverables.Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.Responsibilities- Oversee the execution of transformative technology projects- Guide multidisciplinary teams in aligning business needs with strategies- Mentor junior staff to enhance their professional capabilities- Drive innovation to improve client experiences- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives- Establish clear communication channels within the team- Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary- Contribute to the strategic vision of the organizationWhat You Must Have- Bachelor's Degree- At least 5 years of experience leading transformation programsWhat Sets You Apart- Demonstrating leadership in AI-enabled transformation initiatives- Managing execution of delivery teams for quality outcomes- Translating business needs into priorities and success metrics- Driving alignment across stakeholders with transparent communication- Mentoring junior team members and fostering accountability- Supporting responsible use of AI and emerging technologies- Contributing to portfolio planning and continuous improvement- Connecting business strategy to technology execution- Excelling in communication, facilitation, and problem-solvingTravel RequirementsUp to 20%Job Posting End DateThe salary range for this position is: $73,500 - $212,280. For residents of Washington state the salary range for this position is: $73,500 - $244,000. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: more about how we work: only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: Full time