Director of Product

Forming part of the leadership team, Betsson Group is now looking for an experienced Director of Product who will be based in our HQ in Malta.

The Role

As the Director of Product, you will form part of the senior leadership team in the product organisation, being responsible for multiple product streams that are predominantly focused on the player experience and product platforms. Within this remit, you will lead multiple product teams and be accountable for their performance. You will work closely with the CTO, CPO and other senior leaders across the organisation, as well as your team, on formulating strategies and product plans to deliver on the group’s vision of having the best customer experience in the industry.

What you'll do

• Strategic Planning: Oversee the development and execution of the product development roadmaps for multiple products streams, ensuring priorities are aligned with company objectives, whilst steering the product team towards delivering leading products and player experiences.
• Leadership: Ensure the product organisation is well-defined and optimised for its purpose. Instil a product culture that emphasises the customer experience, looks to deliver frequently and to high standards, and stimulates innovation and creativity. Mentor and inspire your direct reports, with the goal of developing the next generation of product leaders for the organisation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build effective and strong working relationships and communication channels across the organisation, ensuring a high level of collaboration with other teams. Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and support the achievement of their goals.
• Product Management: Oversee the end-to-end product development process, championing the use of effective product management techniques and the utilisation of data and analytics to drive product development.
• Customer Focus: Champion the voice of the customer throughout the organisation. Act as an advocate for customer needs and preferences, ensuring that product decisions are influenced by customer insights and feedback.
• Performance Measurement: Ensure that key product metrics and KPIs are defined and measured to assess product performance and inform decision making.
• Assist and support the CPO in any matters that may arise from time to time.

Who you are

• A relevant academic degree or qualifications would be considered a plus, but are not mandatory
• Highly experienced and skilled in product management, with a proven track record of delivering successful products from concept to launch.
• Strong leadership experience, with demonstrated ability to build, motivate and coach high performing product teams.
• Considerable experience in product leadership roles with online gaming operators.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate business objectives into actionable product plans.
• Deep understanding of product management best practices, methodologies, and tools.
• Strong understanding of how to use data and analytics in product development, with proven experience in optimising user journeys and customer experiences.
• Passion for technology, innovation, and creating exceptional user experiences.

A plus if you have

• Prior working experience with AI/ML driven products.
• Considerable working experience with mobile apps.
• Knowledgeable on both casino and sports betting products.
• Experience working with remote / geographically distributed teams
• A humble and inspirational leader who leads by example, sets high standards, and fosters a high-performance culture.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to present effectively to C-Level.
• A team player, with the ability to effectively influence and align cross-functional working groups.
• Professional working proficiency in English

Where you'll be

For this role you will based in our Headquarters in Malta.

What we offer

Much like riding a rollercoaster, sometimes life at Betsson can be lightning fast with twists and turns but always FUN! Then again, what else would you expect from a business 75% millennial and 1700 strong, spread across 7 offices with 900 based out of our Malta HQ alone! We recognise it may not be for the faint-hearted, but if you’re a go-getter, initiator and adrenaline junkie, always striving to push the boundaries and challenge yourself, then you’ll fit right in.

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If you are interested to learn more, please apply with your CV in English.

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