Product Manager

This position is within the Product Development department of E*TRADE Financialb
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, credit committee submissions, etc.)Develop project plans and manage projects to aggressive time frames



Strategic Thinking: Develop strategic plan to map out how to meet existing produc!
t volume goals and expand markets and translate them from business into functional strategies and product ideasTake into consideration the corporate strategy in assessing the impact of new projectsWork closely with various business leaders to advise them on how to develop and sustain advantages in their space and to ensure that our products exceed our business goalsGathering of market research and competitive intelligence to identify new opportunities and market innovations.</SPAN!
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Initiative/Problem Solving: Given the fast-paced environment with changing priorities, initiative, flexibility, innovation, and team focus are essential qualities for success Responsible for ma!
king sound judgments and use problem-solving skills that help identify, isolate, and resolve issues in a timely fashion to negate or minimize business impactBecause many of the projects may be new to E*TRADE FINANCIAL, the individual will be responsible for developing solutions to new and complex issues









Leadership/Accountability: Must possess strong leadership skills and serve as the primary contact for assigned projectsMust be able to influence and manage cross-functional projectsRequires close working relationship with other departments of the company as well as external contactsMust possess skills to lead cross-functional teams with resources located remotely.



Research/Decision Making: Monitor competitors and industry trends, work with in-house research department to develop metrics, interpret results, devise corresponding market strategies, and present recommendations to business leadersMust be able to perform analysis and present well thought out options and recommendations using various software applications
REQUIREMENTS


Travel: Some travel may be required (Irvine, CA offices)



Minimum Requ!
ired Skills: Mortgage experience is requiredThree to four years experience with a mortgage company/bank, large consulting or professional services firm, or comparable project experienceMust have working knowledge of project lifecycles and be willing to perform all associated tasksExpert analytical, interpers!
onal, co
mmunication (written, verbal, and technical), presentation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are requiredDesire to work in a highly flexible work environment that relies heavily on cross-functional interaction and dealing with remote resources and external vendorsMust be able to work on multiple projects simultaneouslyExperience managing the definition and execution of projects (conceptualization, requirements, design, development, testing, and implementation)Ideal candidate will be an accomplished professional, a team player, and very much a self-starterWorking knowledge of web technologies is also desired



Minimum Required Education, Certification, Training: &nbs!
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>Bachelor's degree in business or technical degree preferred