Head of Product

Our client is a leading iGaming operator, delivering innovative and scalable iGaming solutions tailored to the African market. They are now seeking a Head of Product to drive the development and execution of their product strategy, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for millions of users.

This role requires a dynamic leader with extensive experience in mobile-first iGaming product development and ideally a strong understanding of the African iGaming market to drive innovation, user engagement, and business growth. The successful candidate will oversee a team of product specialists, guide the entire product development lifecycle from concept to launch, and ensure the delivery of world-class experiences for users across Africa. The ideal candidate will champion a player-first approach, driving innovation while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Location: Fully remote, with a preference for candidates located within GMT-1 to GMT+3.
Travel: Occasional international travel, up to 3-4 trips per year.

Responsibilities:

As Head of Product, your broad responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Product Strategy & Vision: Define and drive the product roadmap, aligning it with business objectives and market needs. Ensure the development of engaging, user-centric experiences tailored to the African iGaming market.
• Leadership & Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of Product Owners and specialists, fostering a collaborative, problem-solving, and innovative culture.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, marketing, BI, and operations teams to ensure smooth product launches, feature enhancements, and operational efficiency.
• Product Development & Optimisation: Oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation to launch, ensuring best practices in road mapping, prototyping, and iterative improvements for faster time-to-market.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Leverage analytics and customer feedback to refine product features and enhance user engagement. Optimise key product metrics to drive growth and retention.
• Market Research & Competitive Analysis: Stay ahead of industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive developments to ensure the platform remains innovative and market-leading.
• Regulatory & Compliance Management: Ensure all products comply with local regulations, responsible gambling practices, and industry standards across various African markets.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Head of Product, Product Director, or similar senior leadership role in sports betting, iGaming, or fintech.
• Strong understanding of the iGaming market, including regulatory frameworks and customer behaviours.
• Experience managing the full product lifecycle, from concept to launch, in an Agile environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align teams towards a unified product vision.
• Proficiency in data-driven decision-making, using analytics and customer insights to drive continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-impact product team, shaping the future of iGaming in a fast-growing market. If you are passionate about product innovation and user experience, we’d love to hear from you!

What we offer:

• Fully remote role with a collaborative, international team.
• Regular team catch-ups, weekly meetings, and one-on-one sessions for alignment.
• Learning and development opportunities, with a dedicated team budget for professional growth.
• Opportunities for international travel.
• Team events, including company-wide summer and Christmas gatherings.
• A flexible, results-driven work culture that empowers employees to manage their own time and deliverables.

Competitive Compensation: You will receive a highly competitive compensation package, which includes a competitive base salary, performance bonuses, and other incentives, all reflective of your experience and contribution.