Senior Product Manager

About First Western Trust.

First Western's mission is to be the best private bank for the western wealth management client. We believe that each of our clients shares our entrepreneurial spirit and values our sophisticated, high-touch wealth management services that are tailored to meet their specific needs. We provide a trusted adviser platform with an established approach to investment management through a branded network of boutique private trust bank offices located across Colorado, Arizona, Wyoming and California. 

Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, we provide a fully integrated suite of wealth management services on a private trust bank platform, which includes a comprehensive selection of deposit, loan, trust, wealth planning and investment management products and services.

You can find us trading on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol "MYFW."

Your Potential at First Western Trust

Are you looking for a career in banking?  Do you enjoy solving problems and working through challenges?  Do you have a passion for analyzing financial data and providing value through recommendations?  Do you want to be part of a culture of growth? 

Great!  If you are ready to join a growing team within our marketing team apply now!  We are looking for highly motivated, detail oriented, self-starters for a great career opportunity.

Pay Range: $121,000 - $157,500 annually, based on experience
Full Range: $121,000 - $175,750 annually
Classification: Full-time, Exempt
Application Close Date: Open until filled

Job Responsibilities:

Product Management

• Build and maintain product strategies to include target client segments, market assessment and business/consumer insights, differentiated value proposition and corresponding business case including financial benefits and investments.
• Work with project management to develop project plans and manage projects with aggressive time frames and assure that goals, budgets and deadlines are met.
• Work with marketing to develop and manage the entire product lifecycle for how we define, deliver, and measure a successful experience for our clients.
• Work with finance and related teams to develop and manage a competitive pricing model in line with market needs, operational costs, and other factors.
• Work with sales and training teams to provide training on the value proposition, pricing, target audience and proven sales tactics for designated services.
• Produce comprehensive product documentation to ensure efficient and effective cross team collaboration.
• Articulate business logic to technical partners

Strategic Planning

• Develop a forward-looking strategic growth plan for the next 3-5 years for assigned product set(s)
• Evangelize your products and generate a consensus on the strategy from business partners across the enterprise.
• Translate business goals into functional strategies and tactical actions.
• Work closely with various business leaders and teams within the organization to advise them on how to establish and sustain business advantages in line with First Western’s larger vision and client experience standards.
• Identify opportunities that arise from new technologies and innovative business models.

Problem Solving

• Maintain and manage multiple and/or changing priorities quickly with flexibility, initiative, innovation and a team focus to drive success
• Make sound data driven judgments drawing from both analytical data sources and qualitative data sources.
• Use problem-solving skills that help identify, isolate and resolve problems and issues in a timely fashion to negate or minimize customer impact.
• Develop solutions to new and complex issues.
• Ability to synthesize information into actionable business insights.

Leadership

• Ability to manage and mentor associate product managers
• Serve as primary contact for assigned initiatives while influencing and leading cross functional teams and projects.
• Develop close working relationships with other departments in the company as well as external vendors, market associations and centers of expertise.

• Know and comply with all Company policies set forth on the Company’s Intranet;
• Review Associate Handbook and Company Policies annually, as prescribed by Human Capital;
• Complete and Comply with the Companies Code of Ethics and Conflict of Interest Questionnaire and Policy Acknowledgement;
• Complete all assigned training on time.
• Embrace and adhere to First Western’s Core Values
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in operations, business, finance, marketing or related field - Required
• Master's Degree business or related field preferred - Preferred
  
• 7-10 years demonstrated product management and people management experience, defining strategies for well-known brands in consumer or business markets, or specifically within financial services. - Required
• 5-7 years working knowledge of financial services sector and products – specifically checking and deposit services, online banking, treasury management, lending services and/or private banking brands and services - Preferred
•  Experience developing growth strategies, product roadmaps, and client experience standards for banking services, luxury brands of other consumer products with known brands in the market.
• Hands-on experience managing daily needs of client-facing products (within banking, or for known consumer brands where experience is transferrable), building short and long term strategy and tactics, creating and building internal support for product development roadmap, and evangelizing the role of product management
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities in efficient manner
• Must be influential in building positive partnerships with cross functional teams
• Strong change management and problem solving skills
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills at all levels within the organization
• Must be detail oriented and able to effectively communicate summary information to various parties
• Strong people management and mentoring skills

Looking to take your career to the next level? First Western is not only offering a competitive salary to start and full health (dental, vision) benefits, but also the following:

- Strong Bonus Potential
- 401(k) Plan with Match
- Paid Parking/Transportation Benefits
- Access to Training & Professional Development Programs
- Sponsorship for Obtaining Professional Certifications
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- Paid Time-Off + Bank Holidays

Ready to Apply? Please submit your resume and cover letter and answer the questions below. A member from our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch with you shortly should they determine your qualifications are fit for the role.

Interested in learning more and seeing how we connect? Visit us today at: https://myfw.com/careers/

First Western will accommodate applicants with disabilities who need help applying for a position.  Contact TalentManagement@myfw.com for assistance.

First Western Financial, Inc. is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our associates. Equal Opportunity Employer including disabilities / vets.