Director, Product Initiatives

Position: Director, Product Growth Initiatives
Job Description
Posted Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:59 AM

About Symcor
Symcor enables secure data exchanges and supporting business processes, to help clients succeed in an evolving digital world. Trusted by Canada's largest institutions for over 25 years to support their digital transformations, Symcor aligns industry participants to solve common challenges in the most effective and efficient way. Our goal is for every employee to feel valued and accepted as part of the team and connected to Symcor and our values, fostering a sense of belonging.

Symcor is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you need accommodation for the interview process, just let us know! #youbelonghere

As the Director, Product Growth Initiatives, you will own the commercialization of innovative services across Symcor’s Payments and Open Banking portfolio, from concept validation through scaled market adoption. This role sits at the intersection of product strategy, market execution, and enterprise transformation, with a mandate to translate emerging opportunities into sustainable revenue streams.

You will define and execute go‑tomarket strategies, shape product vision and roadmaps, and lead cross‑functional teams through complex delivery and regulatory landscapes. Partnering closely with Technology, Legal, Privacy, Risk, Sales, and external ecosystem partners, you will ensure offerings are market‑ready, compliant, and positioned for long‑term growth.

About

The Role

Define and execute commercialization and go‑to‑market strategies for new and emerging Payments and Open Banking products, driving adoption, revenue growth, and market differentiation.

Own the Open Banking product portfolio, including product vision, multi‑year roadmap, partner strategy, delivery oversight, and client onboarding and enablement.

Lead the evolution of offerings from MVP to enterprise‑grade solutions, balancing speed‑to‑market with scalability, security, and regulatory compliance.

Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, contributing to Symcor’s broader product and growth strategy through data‑backed insights, business cases, and market intelligence.

Build, lead, and develop high‑performing product and growth teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement aligned with Symcor’s values.

Manage financial planning for the portfolio, including budgets, forecasts, and ROI tracking, ensuring investments are aligned with strategic and commercial objectives.

What You Need to Succeed
Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field is essential.

A master’s degree such as an MBA or a specialized graduate program in product management, digital transformation, or financial technology would be considered an asset.

Additional training in project management (such as PMP or Agile certifications), regulatory compliance, and advanced data analytics would be considered an asset.

Experience

10+ years in Product development, GTM strategy, or commercialization preferably in Fintech, SaaS B2B or Payments.

Demonstrated experience launching, scaling, and monetizing products in highly regulated industries, with direct accountability for outcomes.

Proven ability to lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives involving technology, compliance, legal, and external partners.

Skill requirements

Strong commercial and strategic acumen, with the ability to build compelling business cases, assess market opportunities, and influence executive decision‑making.

Deep understanding of product lifecycle management, from discovery and validation through delivery, launch, and optimization.

Experience leading and developing senior product and growth leaders, with a track record of building engaged, high‑performing teams.

High comfort level operating in ambiguity, with the ability to navigate evolving requirements, shifting priorities, and emerging regulatory frameworks.

Consulting or advisory background (strategy, product, or digital transformation) is a strong asset.

Data‑driven mindset, leveraging…