Sr. Director, Commercial Risk Product

Equifax • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Equifax is seeking a visionary Sr. Director, Commercial Risk Products to spearhead the evolution of our most strategic business vertical. In this pivotal role, you will lead the charge in defining and delivering “next-generation” products that empower lenders and businesses to navigate the complexities of SMB risk with confidence. We aren’t just looking for a manager; we are looking for a domain expert in Commercial Lending and Risk who can blend deep data insights with human-centric design. If you are a high-energy leader who thrives at the intersection of technology, analytics, and strategy—and you’re ready to rally a global organization around a bold vision—we want to talk to you. As the leader of the Commercial Risk vertical, you will be the primary architect of Equifax’s strategy for assessing business risk across lending, credit, and trade credit sectors.

Requirements

• Product Leadership: 10+ years of Product Management experience (or a Bachelor’s degree with equivalent tenure); 3+ years specifically leading teams or driving large-scale initiatives via influence in a matrixed environment.
• SMB Risk Domain Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Commercial Risk landscape, including credit assessment, loan origination workflows, and trade credit dynamics.
• Technical Literacy: Proven experience with cloud-based products and an understanding of cloud architecture and deployment models.
• Strategic Execution: Expert at writing detailed requirements, defining commercial packaging, and managing the financial health (budgets and investments) of a product portfolio.
• Modern Toolset: Proficiency in Aha!, JIRA, and Lucid to drive the product development lifecycle.
• Communication Mastery: Ability to translate complex data concepts into compelling executive-level presentations and a clear product vision.

Nice To Haves

• Commercial Lending & Risk Specialist: You possess a deep, specialized background in the Commercial Lending or Risk space. You don’t just understand the data; you understand the specific pain points, regulatory hurdles, and decisioning workflows that commercial lenders face every day.
• Design Thinking Practitioner: You use creative and analytical tools—such as empathy mapping, personas, and prototyping—to develop innovative business solutions for real-world needs.
• Advanced Credentials: A Master’s Degree or recognized Product Management certifications (e.g., NPDP, CPM).
• Competitive Intuition: A proven track record of using industry research and competitor analysis to anticipate market shifts and drive high-potential opportunities that create a competitive advantage.
• Change Agent Mentality: Experience leading "next-gen" transformations, moving legacy mindsets toward modern, data-driven product experiences.

Responsibilities

• Define the Future: Own the vision and multi-year roadmap for our "next generation" of Commercial Risk products, ensuring Equifax remains at the leading edge of the SMB space.
• Lead & Grow: Direct and mentor a high-performing team of Product Owners and Product Managers, fostering a culture of innovation and executional excellence.
• Drive Cross-Functional Synergy: Act as the connective tissue between Data, Analytics, Technology, and Sales to build products that are technically robust and commercially dominant.
• Influence & Rally: Serve as a primary spokesperson for the Risk vertical, aligning internal stakeholders and executive leadership around your strategic priorities.
• Deliver at Scale: Manage the full product lifecycle—from initial discovery and commercial modeling to go-to-market execution—ensuring we meet market demands with rigor and speed.

Benefits

• comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages
• 401k matching
• paid time off
• organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees