Head of Product - Trade Finance

We're exclusively partnering with a leading financial services organisation to appoint a Head of Product, Trade & Supply Chain Finance, a high-profile executive leadership opportunity at the forefront of trade, working capital and supply chain innovation.

This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a significant Trade & Supply Chain Finance portfolio, driving growth, innovation and competitive advantage in one of the most dynamic areas of institutional banking. The successful candidate will bring a deep understanding of global trade, client working capital needs and product strategy, combined with the commercial acumen to unlock new opportunities and deliver sustainable business growth.

Reporting to a senior executive leader, you will be accountable for defining and executing the Trade & Supply Chain Finance product vision, ensuring the portfolio remains relevant, differentiated and positioned to meet the evolving needs of corporate and institutional clients. You will play a critical role in influencing investment decisions, identifying market opportunities and driving the development of innovative solutions that create value for customers while delivering strong commercial outcomes.

The Opportunity:

As the organisation's senior Trade & Supply Chain Finance product leader, you will own the strategic direction, performance and future evolution of the portfolio across multiple markets. Working closely with executive stakeholders, clients, sales teams, technology, operations and risk partners, you will lead the development of a forward-looking product agenda that strengthens market position and supports long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the Trade & Supply Chain Finance product strategy and long-term vision.
• Drive portfolio growth, profitability and market leadership through the development of differentiated client solutions.
• Identify new market opportunities, emerging trends and evolving client needs to inform strategic investment and product direction.
• Lead the development and enhancement of Trade Finance, Supply Chain Finance and Working Capital solutions.
• Partner with sales and coverage teams to strengthen client engagement, deepen wallet share and accelerate revenue growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, industry participants and senior stakeholders.
• Champion innovation, digitisation and product transformation initiatives that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
• Drive execution of strategic product initiatives from concept through to market delivery.
• Maintain strong product governance, lifecycle management and risk disciplines across the portfolio.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, building capability and succession while fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability. 

About You:

You are a commercially minded product executive with a strong reputation in Trade & Supply Chain Finance and a proven track record of delivering product growth, innovation and strategic outcomes in complex institutional environments.

You will bring:

• Deep expertise across Trade Finance, Supply Chain Finance, Receivables, Payables and Working Capital solutions.
• Significant experience developing and executing product strategies that drive commercial performance and market differentiation.
• A strong understanding of global trade flows, supply chain ecosystems and the evolving needs of institutional clients.
• Demonstrated success leading product innovation, portfolio growth and strategic transformation initiatives.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to operate effectively at executive and board level.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience balancing customer outcomes, profitability, risk and investment priorities.
• Proven leadership capability with experience building and leading high-performing teams.
• A strategic mindset coupled with the ability to execute and deliver measurable results.

Why This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to lead one of the most strategically important and rapidly evolving product portfolios within institutional banking. You will have the platform to influence enterprise-wide priorities, shape future product strategy, engage with some of the market's largest corporate and institutional clients, and drive innovation in an increasingly digital and interconnected trade environment.

For an accomplished Trade & Supply Chain Finance leader seeking the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on a significant business, this represents a truly compelling executive career move.

Please get in touch with jodie.marron@methodrecruitment.com.au to discuss further.