Lead end-to-end software product management within Advisory: define roadmaps, drive ideation with cross-functional teams, manage planning/budgeting/execution, commercialize products and GTM, optimize system interactions, mentor staff, and champion technology-driven innovation to meet client needs and business goals.
The Opportunity
As a Product Management Manager in Commercial Technology & Innovation, you will lead the development and management of innovative software products that meet the evolving needs of our clients. Within our Advisory practice, you will be at the forefront of product innovation, combining technical expertise with creative thinking to deliver impactful solutions. You will oversee the entire product lifecycle, from definition and planning through to commercialization and go-to-market strategies, confirming that our products align with market demands and drive business growth.
As a Manager, you will enhance your leadership style by motivating and inspiring your team to deliver quality outcomes. You will be responsible for coaching and leveraging team members' unique strengths to meet client expectations. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. In this role at PwC, you will analyze and identify opportunities that contribute to the success of our firm, embracing technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.
Responsibilities
- Leading product management initiatives from definition through production, release, and end of life
- Developing and managing product roadmaps to align with business objectives and market demands
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product ideation and strategic planning
- Analyzing system components to identify interactions and optimize product performance
- Taking ownership of projects, including planning, budgeting, execution, and completion
- Guiding teams in operationalizing product strategies and specifications
- Mentoring team members to enhance their skills and encourage growth beyond comfort zones
- Addressing conflicts and engaging in difficult conversations with stakeholders
- Upholding professional and technical standards, including adherence to the firm's code of conduct
- Utilizing analytical thinking to refine product vision and strategy for commercial success
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 5 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Excelling in analytical thinking and strategic planning
- Demonstrating proficiency in product lifecycle management
- Utilizing customer relationship management to enhance client interactions
- Developing innovative product strategies and roadmaps
- Managing software product development with a focus on operationalization
- Inspiring teams through effective mentoring and coaching
- Embracing technology and innovation to drive service excellence
The salary range for this position is: $99,000 - $232,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. 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. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
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: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
For 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. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
As a Product Management Manager in Commercial Technology & Innovation, you will lead the development and management of innovative software products that meet the evolving needs of our clients. Within our Advisory practice, you will be at the forefront of product innovation, combining technical expertise with creative thinking to deliver impactful solutions. You will oversee the entire product lifecycle, from definition and planning through to commercialization and go-to-market strategies, confirming that our products align with market demands and drive business growth.
As a Manager, you will enhance your leadership style by motivating and inspiring your team to deliver quality outcomes. You will be responsible for coaching and leveraging team members' unique strengths to meet client expectations. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. In this role at PwC, you will analyze and identify opportunities that contribute to the success of our firm, embracing technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.
Responsibilities
- Leading product management initiatives from definition through production, release, and end of life
- Developing and managing product roadmaps to align with business objectives and market demands
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product ideation and strategic planning
- Analyzing system components to identify interactions and optimize product performance
- Taking ownership of projects, including planning, budgeting, execution, and completion
- Guiding teams in operationalizing product strategies and specifications
- Mentoring team members to enhance their skills and encourage growth beyond comfort zones
- Addressing conflicts and engaging in difficult conversations with stakeholders
- Upholding professional and technical standards, including adherence to the firm's code of conduct
- Utilizing analytical thinking to refine product vision and strategy for commercial success
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 5 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Excelling in analytical thinking and strategic planning
- Demonstrating proficiency in product lifecycle management
- Utilizing customer relationship management to enhance client interactions
- Developing innovative product strategies and roadmaps
- Managing software product development with a focus on operationalization
- Inspiring teams through effective mentoring and coaching
- Embracing technology and innovation to drive service excellence
The salary range for this position is: $99,000 - $232,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. 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. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
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: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
For 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. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
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