ppAre you looking to have an impact on the daily life of millions of entrepreneurs in France (and tomorrow in Europe)? /p pAre you looking for a work environment that values trust, proactivity, and autonomy? /p pAre our Engineering principles aligned with your vision? /p pThen Pennylane is the right place for you! /p h3Our vision /h3 pWe aim to become the most beloved financial Operating System of French SMEs and Accounting Firms (and soon, European ones). /p pWe help entrepreneurs rid themselves of time‑consuming tasks related to accounting and finance while providing them with access to key financial information to assist in making the best decisions for their business. /p h3Design at Pennylane /h3 pDesign sits at the centre of this mission and its purpose is to deliver an accessible, seamless and enjoyable experience for our two main users. Our team of 35+ product designers work across different tracks that are divided into cross‑functional squads each consisting of Engineering, Product and Design. Autonomy, trust and transparency are the key values upon which our culture is built, this is directly reflected in how our designers operate on a day‑to‑day basis. At Pennylane, designers are expected to actively contribute from defining the problem space to research and testing. /p h3Product Design Manager /h3 pWe are seeking a Product Design Manager with a strong strategic and design mindset who has extensive experience working in complex product environments. You will have the opportunity to mentor, coach and lead a team of talented designers to ensure our partners have the best user experience possible. /p pWe are looking for someone with proven experience working directly with C‑level executives and executive committees. You have the ability to simplify complex topics, communicate clearly with senior stakeholders, and naturally adapt your presence and influence in high‑stakes discussions. /p h3Your Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liScale and level‑up your team of 5 product designers. You will partner closely with other design leaders, cross‑functional partners, and HR partners to hire, develop and retain design talent in alignment with the growth trajectory of our organisation. /li liIdentify strategic UX opportunities that will help our users become more productive and drive these forward with your product and engineering peers at track level.



/li liOrchestrate user research with product leads and your team to understand the behaviour, needs and wants for our most important accounting partners and convert it into actionable insights. /li liMeasure the effect of design on business performance and oversee critical strategic directions. /li liContinuously contribute expertise back to the business in the form of insights and best practices for our users. /li liHelp your team balance speed, quality, and design consistency, always focusing on JBTD and business goals. /li liShape and establish design processes. By driving design best practices, you'll enable more significant impact and efficiency across the team. /li liPartner with design ops teams. /li /ul h3Your profile /h3 ul liFluency in French and proficiency in English is required. /li liStrong track record of leading product design teams, best if in B2B organisations. /li liExcellent eye for design and capability to provide ideas and creative inputs. /li liExcels at aligning team decisions with the overall vision, JTBD, and design guidelines. /li liEnjoys discovering and solving complex problems through data and insights. /li liExperienced in fostering an inclusive, open, and engaged design team culture. /li liComfortable communicating future design directions with senior stakeholders, including founders, and inspiring positive action within your team. /li liCollaboration oriented; works closely with other designers, engineers and product managers; values feedback and brainstorming ideas. /li liSignificant experience collaborating with senior executives (C‑level, Executive Committee, etc.). /li liAbility to simplify, synthesize, and translate complex issues for non‑expert audiences. /li liComfortable presenting and defending your decisions to senior stakeholders. /li liSkilled at finding the right balance in meetings—knowing when to lead, when to listen, and how to adapt your approach to the context.



/li /ul h3What we do to make your work life easier /h3 ul li25 vacation days paid by Pennylane, wherever you are based. /li liCompetitive compensation package. /li liCompany shares. /li liBonus to turn your home into a comfortable workspace, and a monthly allowance to work from a coworking space whenever you like. /li liAccess to a large network of fitness spaces and wellness activities. /li liAccess to language learning tools. /li liLatest Apple equipment. /li liRemote work from your country of residence within Europe and within two hours of the CET time zone. /li liRegular company events, such as Tech Days and annual seminars. /li liIf you are based in France, a French contract following French regulation, plus 6 to 12 RTT, 5 weeks PTO, lunch credits, health cover and events in Lyon, Bordeaux, Nantes and other cities. /li /ul h3Who are we looking for? /h3 ul liSpeaks English (level assessed per department). /li liEnthusiastic about an ever‑shifting work environment. /li liHighly collaborative within your team or with other stakeholders. /li liExperienced enough to prioritize business‑led actions in your day‑to‑day activity. /li /ul pWe know that some people are less likely to apply than others if they don’t feel they meet the full list of criteria. If you’re hesitating, we encourage you to apply. /p h3Important information for candidates /h3 pRecruitment scam attempts are on the rise. We invite you to remain vigilant during your exchanges. /p pApplications through official channels only: apply exclusively through our job postings published on our official platforms (career site, official partner pages). /p pAlways verify the sender’s email address: our communications are sent from professional email addresses with the domains @pennylane.com or @pennylane‑partners.com. /p pWe will never ask you for payment or financial information (bank details, payment for an interview, equipment purchases, etc.) as part of the recruitment process. If such a request is made to you, it is fraudulent. We invite you to not respond and to report it to us immediately. /p pWe fully embrace diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment. We are committed to providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of gender, sexual orientation, origin, disabilities, or any other traits that make you who you are. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Product Design Manager (Madrid)
🏢 Pennylane
📍 Madrid