When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students.

We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big.

Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way.

We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other.

This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work.

Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you—from physical and mental to financial and professional. You’ll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more.

We’re obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking “why not?” when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills.

Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.

A little bit about us:

“Sallie’s Education Services team is a diverse group of growth-obsessed entrepreneurs, data analysts, engineers, and developers with a passion for imagining and building scalable businesses for students and families on their unique journey to-through and immediately after higher education.  We’re on a mission to revolutionize how students and their families plan, pay and complete this journey with confidence.  Join a team of seekers, challengers and creative thinkers to change the way students plan for their future for the better.”

What You'll Contribute

The Vice President, Head of Product will be responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and execution of our product management initiatives. As we transition to a product led organization, establish product management function, attract top talent, and begin to build out current and future product portfolio for education services.   

What You'll Do

Description

% of Time Spent

Define and prioritize the overall product management strategy that rolls up to the company’s strategic objectives. This includes operating procedures, product shipment cadence, product roadmaps, pricing, and competitive positioning.

30%

Manage a team of product managers who are responsible for thorough market research, analyzing customer insights, and staying abreast of industry trends to identify new product opportunities.

20%

Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders; including executives, developers, engineering, sales, and the go to market team to gather requirements, address concerns, and ensure alignment throughout the product lifecycle.

20%

Establish & accountable for product metrics. Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular reports to the executive team on product performance, customer feedback, and market trends.

20%

Work closely with the go-to-market and sales teams to develop strategies that drive product adoption, revenue growth, engagement, and retention.

10%

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job; it is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this role.

What You Have

Minimum education, skills and experience required.

Proven track record of bringing product to market and scaling revenue.Strong business acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to translate market insights and customer needs into actionable product strategies and plans.Excellent leadership and people management skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing product management teams. Ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor team members.Proven ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Proficient in using analytics tools and metrics to drive product performance and inform strategy.Demonstrated ability to set and achieve ambitious goals, drive product innovation, and deliver results in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Preferred education, skills, and experience.

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.12+ years of experience in product management, with at least 7 years in a leadership role, successfully launching and managing products throughout the product lifecycle.Experience with Hubspot MarTech platform

The Americans with Disabilities Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the “essential functions” of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function.

 

Feeling your best helps you do your best:Our benefits take care of the whole you—so you can build your work around your life (not the other way around!).

Competitive base salaries 

Bonus incentives 

Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed

Support for financial-well-being and retirement 401k with employer match

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more

Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance  

Flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs

Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware) 

Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives

Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs

Career development and training opportunities

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