Staff Product Manager

About Us:
We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We’re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.

How We Work:
At Proofpoint, you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate, Responsive to feedback, challenges, and opportunities, Accountable for results and best-in-class outcomes, Visionary in future-focused problem-solving, Exceptional in execution and impact.

Department Overview:

Proofpoint’s Digital Communications Governance business unit is looking to expand our team focusing on AI-powered solutions.  Our group, based in our downtown Toronto office, has a friendly environment with the various teams working closely together to design and deliver ambitious, and exciting software solutions to meet the needs of some of the world’s largest companies.

Role Overview

As a Staff Product Manager, you will develop deep relationships with customers and prospects to uncover unmet needs, understand use cases and workflows and vet potential solutions.  You’ll also work with other members of the Product Management team and engineering to communicate the problems, use cases and solutions in a way that allows the broader team to truly understand what a solution that delights customers looks like. Your passion for AI will help drive long-term product strategy and uncover new areas of opportunity.

While not required, any background in compliance in a financial services organization or data investigation experience (such as legal discovery experience) may help accelerate your ability to drive effective customer engagements. 

Requirements:  

• 10+ Years of Product Management experience

• Experience launching user-facing AI-based features in enterprise class solutions

• Experience gathering customer requirements and documenting use cases

• Experience working with user experience designers and engineering teams in identifying potential solutions to identified customer problems

• Strong ability to act as an evangelist (both to internal groups, such as sales, and in customer settings) to promote the unique value of our solutions

• Ability to build a business case to justify both initial and ongoing investment levels

• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail through defining product requirements and business strategy

• Can proactively identify and engage parties to engage with

• Drive discussions to keep focus and achieve the goals of the meeting

• 'Read the room' to set the right tone and level of conversation for a given audience and situation

• Manage priorities in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines

• Facilitate collaborative sessions to identify different solutions a given problem

• Has a structured approach to prioritization and can justify their decision process

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Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits

• Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.

• Flexible work environment: [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.].

• Annual wellness and community outreach days

• Always on recognition for your contributions

• Global collaboration and networking opportunities

Our Culture:

Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected]. How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here https://www.proofpoint.com/us/company/careers. We can’t wait to hear from you!