Director, Product Management

At PitchBook, a Morningstar company, we are always looking forward. We continue to innovate, evolve, and invest in ourselves to bring out the best in everyone. We're deeply collaborative and thrive on the excitement, energy, and fun that reverberates throughout the company. 

Our extensive learning programs and mentorship opportunities help us create a culture of curiosity that pushes us to always find new solutions and better ways of doing things. The combination of a rapidly evolving industry and our high ambitions means there's going to be some ambiguity along the way, but we excel when we challenge ourselves. We're willing to take risks, fail fast, and do it all over again in the pursuit of excellence.

If you have a good attitude and are willing to roll up your sleeves to get things done, PitchBook is the place for you. 

About the Role:

As a member of the Product and Engineering team at PitchBook, you will be part of a team of big thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers who strive to deepen the positive impact we have on our customers and our company every day. We value curiosity and the drive to find better ways of doing things. We thrive on customer empathy, which remains our focus when creating excellent customer experiences through product innovation.

We know that greatness is achieved through collaboration and diverse points of view, so we work closely with partners around the globe. As a team, we assume positive intent in each other's words and actions, value constructive discussions, and foster a respectful working environment built on integrity, growth, and business value. We invest heavily in our people, who are eager to learn and constantly improve. Join our team and grow with us

Are you a strategic Director of Product Management with deep domain expertise and a proven history of scaling product initiatives from concept to commercial success? We are seeking an inspirational product management leader to own the 3-year strategic roadmap and organizational success for a new deal sourcing product. This is an executive-facing role that carries the responsibility of transforming a key strategic vision into a new revenue stream for PitchBook. You will manage and mentor a team of Product Managers, serving as the critical bridge between product execution, commercial strategy, and executive leadership. Your success will be measured by the ability to achieve product-market fit, drive significant customer adoption, and deliver a best-in-class solution that transforms how Private Market professionals identify and qualify investment opportunities. If you are ready to build a multi-million dollar business within an established market leader, this is your chance.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

Commercial Strategy: Define, own, and execute the business strategy, pricing, packaging, and commercial plan for the new platform, driving the product toward aggressive revenue and adoption targetsStrategic Vision & Planning: Define the 1-year execution roadmap and the 3-year strategic vision for new deal sourcing products, ensuring alignment with PitchBook's overall corporate strategy, market opportunity, and competitive landscapeOrganizational Scaling: Define the necessary staffing and resource planning for the product team (Product, Design, Engineering, and Data Science) required to launch the MVP, reach product-market fit, and scale the business line effectivelyTeam Leadership & Mentorship: Lead, manage, and mentor a team of Product Managers responsible for day-to-day execution, fostering a culture of high performance, experimentation, and deep customer empathyExecutive Communication & Alignment: Serve as the primary point of contact for executive leadership, clearly articulating the product strategy, commercial performance, resource needs, and market risks associated with the initiativeDeep Customer & Market Expertise: Maintain a deep understanding of Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Corporate M&A workflows, ensuring the platform anticipates future market needs and maintains a clear competitive advantageSupport the vision and values of the company through role modeling and encouraging desired behaviorsParticipate in various company initiatives and projects as requested

Skills and Qualifications:

12+ years of progressive product management experience, with at least 7 years in a Director or equivalent leadership role managing B2B SaaS product linesDemonstrated success leading the strategy, launch, and scaling of new product initiatives that resulted in significant revenue growth and market share captureDeep, credible understanding of the Private Equity, Venture Capital, or Investment Banking ecosystem, including knowledge of deal origination, screening, and qualification processesAbility to synthesize market research, competitive analysis, and ambiguous customer data into a clear, defensible product strategyOutstanding leadership, communication, and storytelling skills, with the ability to confidently present and defend strategic recommendations to executive stakeholdersProven ability to manage, mentor, and grow product management talent within a high-growth, demanding environmentMust be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits + Compensation at PitchBook:

Physical Health

Comprehensive health benefitsAdditional medical wellness incentives STD, LTD, AD&D, and life insurance

Emotional Health 

Paid sabbatical program after four yearsPaid family and paternity leave Annual educational stipendAbility to apply for tuition reimbursementCFA exam stipend Robust training programs on industry and soft skills Employee assistance programGenerous allotment of vacation days, sick days, and volunteer days 

Social Health 

Matching gifts programEmployee resource groupsSubsidized emergency childcare  Dependent Care FSACompany-wide eventsEmployee referral bonus program  Quarterly team building events

Financial Health 

401k matchShared ownership employee stock program Monthly transportation stipend  

*Please be aware the above PitchBook benefit and perk offerings are subject to corresponding plan and policy documents and may change during the course of your employment.

 

Compensation

Annual base salary: $195,000-$238,639Target annual bonus percentage: 20%

Working Conditions:

At the heart of our company is a belief in the power of in-person collaboration. Being together in the office fuels our creativity, strengthens our connections, and drives the innovation that sets us apart. Our culture is built on spontaneous moments—those hallway conversations, whiteboard brainstorms, and shared celebrations in each of our global offices—that simply can't be replicated remotely. This role is expected to be in the office 5 days a week.

The job conditions for this position are in a standard office setting. Employees in this position use PC and phone on an on-going basis throughout the day. Limited corporate travel may be required to remote offices or other business meetings and events.

Life At PB:

We are consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work and our culture is at the heart of our success. It's our fundamental belief that people do and create great things and that people are the cornerstone of prosperity. We believe that proactively seeking out different points of view, listening to others, learning, and reflecting on what we've heard creates a sense of belonging within PitchBook and strengthens the PitchBook community.

We are excited to get to know you and your background. Concerned that you might not meet every requirement? We encourage you to still apply as you might be the right candidate for the role or other roles at PitchBook.

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