Head of Product Platforms Design

About the Role:Grade Level (for internal use):15The Role: Head of Product Platforms Design team S&P Dow Jones IndicesThe Location: LondonThe ImpactS&P Dow Jones Indices (SPDJI) serves the financial services industry as a leader in providing indices used for investment products and portfolio benchmarking. Our indices underpin leading Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) exchange-traded derivatives (ETDs) structured products OTC instruments and play a crucial role in the investment landscape.The TeamThe Product and Operations team oversees a diverse portfolio of index productsincluding iconic benchmarks like the S&P 500setting strategic priorities that drive growth innovation and client value across S&P Dow Jones Indices.Within this organization the Product Platforms Design team plays a central role in shaping user-centered scalable product platform experiences that power the full index lifecycle. We are a collaborative forward-looking team that blends product design and technology expertise to deliver intuitive integrated solutions with measurable business impact.Responsibilities and ImpactThe Head of Product Platforms Design leads the definition and execution of a future-focused user-led application product platform strategy across multiple value streams. This leader plays a pivotal role in aligning product platforms design with business strategy driving measurable value delivery and ensuring operational excellence at scale.Key responsibilities include:Strategic Leadership: Develop and communicate a holistic user-centric product platform design roadmap aligned to business strategy and measurable outcomes.Execution and Governance: Drive disciplined execution aligned with the Investment Review Board calendar and standard work practices ensuring timely delivery and accountability.Stakeholder Alignment: Build and manage strong relationships across the organization fostering transparency alignment and trust across senior leaders and cross-functional teams.Team Development: Build coach and grow a high-performing forward-looking team grounded in continuous learning ownership and results.Decision-Making: Serve as an escalation point and leverage challenges as opportunities to align priorities reinforce strategic focus and guide trade-off decisions.Risk and Value Management: Embed risk management into product roadmaps and drive adoption of changes that maximize business value realization.Market and Domain Expertise: Maintain a strong understanding of industry dynamics ensuring that product design and delivery continuously reflect evolving market trends and user expectations.Through this work the role has direct impact on how S&P DJI delivers innovative efficient and customer-centered index solutionspositioning the organization for long-term growth and differentiation.What Were Looking ForBasic Required QualificationsDemonstrated experience leading large-scale product or design organizations with complex stakeholder landscapes.Proven ability to synthesize user needs business strategy and market dynamics into actionable product strategies.Deep understanding of end-to-end product lifecycle management from discovery to delivery.Hands-on experience applying Agile and scaled Agile (SAFe) practices to enable adaptive planning cross-functional collaboration and continuous value delivery.Exceptional communication and influencing skills with the ability to convey complex concepts with clarity and impact.Strong planning prioritization and stakeholder management skills balancing short- and long-term objectives.Demonstrated ability to build coach and empower diverse high-performing teams.Additional Preferred QualificationsExperience operating in financial services technology or data-driven product environments.Strong understanding of enterprise architecture system integration and platform design principles.Track record of driving organizational change and embedding user-centered design principles at scale.Global mindset and ability to operate effectively across regions cultures and time zones.Return to WorkHave you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work As part of our Return-to-Work initiative we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply and will actively support your return to the workplace.About S&P Global Dow Jones IndicesAt S&P Dow Jones Indices we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. Were the largest global resource for index-based concepts data and research and home to iconic financial market indicators such as the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average. More assets are invested in products based upon our indices than any other index provider in the world. With over USD 7.4 trillion in passively managed assets linked to our indices and over USD 11.3 trillion benchmarked to our indices our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance evaluating portfolios and developing investment strategies.S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the worlds foremost provider of credit ratings benchmarks analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings we help many of the worlds leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow today. For more information visit In It For YouOur Purpose:Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information imagination people technologythe right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.Our People:Were more than 35000 strong worldwideso were able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new sustainable ways of doing business. Were constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.Our Values:Integrity Discovery PartnershipAt S&P Global we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history the worlds leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do bring a spirit of discovery to our work and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.Benefits: We take care of you so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed to thrive at S&P Global.Our benefits include:Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay retirement planning a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution and financial wellness programs.Family Friendly Perks: Its not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones too with some best-in class benefits for families.Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awardssmall perks can make a big difference.For more information on benefits by country visit: Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:At S&P Global we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills experience and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness transparency and merit ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration we drive innovation and power global markets.Recruitment Fraud Alert:If you receive an email from a domain or any other regionally based domains it is a scam and should be reported to. 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Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - - Senior Management (EEO Job Group) (inactive) 10 - Officials or Managers (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America) IFTECH102 - Senior Management (EEO Job Group)Required Experience:Director Key Skills General Management,Apache Web Server,Gynaecology & Obstetrics,Kpo,AC Maintenance,Chemical Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1