Senior Director, Product (Tax)

About IRIS

IRIS Software Group is one of the UK's largest privately held software companies, trusted by 100,000+ businesses, schools and accountancy firms to keep their operations running. Our software pays 1 in 6 UK employees, supports over 12,000 schools, and is relied on by 91 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms.

We're a Great Place to Work® certified employer, recognised for our commitment to well-being, inclusion and development - and we're growing fast.

Shape the Future of Global Tax Compliance Technology

At IRIS Software Group, we're transforming how accounting professionals and businesses meet their tax obligations. Our Tax Compliance solutions are trusted by thousands of accounting firms and their clients to navigate increasingly complex regulatory landscapes with confidence and accuracy.

We're looking for an exceptional Senior Director, Product Management – Tax Compliance to define and drive the strategy, vision, and roadmap for one of the most important product portfolios within IRIS. This is a rare opportunity to lead a globally significant product line, influence investment decisions at the highest level, and shape the future of tax compliance technology through AI-driven innovation.

About the Role

Reporting to the VP of Product Management for Global Accountancy, you'll take ownership of the Tax Compliance product portfolio across all markets served by IRIS. While the UK remains our largest and most established market, your remit will extend globally, identifying growth opportunities, shaping product strategy, and ensuring our solutions remain at the forefront of evolving regulatory requirements.

This is a highly strategic leadership position. You'll lead and develop a team of Product Managers, Product Owners and Business Analysts, balancing deep customer understanding with commercial accountability and long-term vision. You'll work closely with senior leaders across Product, Engineering, Design, Compliance and Commercial functions to deliver meaningful outcomes for customers and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Define Global Product Strategy

• Own the vision, strategy and multi-year roadmap for the Tax Compliance portfolio.

• Drive investment decisions based on customer needs, market opportunities and measurable business outcomes.

• Build strong relationships with accounting firms, professional bodies and regulatory stakeholders.

• Ensure regulatory change is translated into product innovation ahead of market demand.

Lead AI-Powered Product Innovation

• Guide the team's adoption of AI-assisted and agentic product development practices.

• Establish responsible AI standards for compliance-focused products where accuracy, transparency and trust are critical.

• Evaluate and scale AI initiatives using clear performance metrics and customer outcomes.

Build and Develop High-Performing Teams

• Recruit, mentor and develop a talented team of product professionals.

• Create clear career pathways and build world-class product management capability.

• Foster strong partnerships with Engineering, QA and Design leadership.

Stay Close to Customers

• Spend meaningful time engaging directly with accountants, bookkeepers and businesses.

• Lead customer discovery efforts and ensure product decisions are grounded in evidence and real-world feedback.

• Monitor market, competitive and regulatory trends to maintain strategic focus.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a commercially minded product leader with a passion for solving complex customer problems and the credibility to influence at executive level.

You'll bring:

• Significant product management experience, including leadership of product teams and ownership of strategy and commercial outcomes.

• Experience in compliance software, regulatory technology, tax technology, financial software or similarly complex domains.

• A strong track record of customer-led product development and strategic decision-making.

• Knowledge of tax compliance, including areas such as Personal Tax, Corporation Tax, VAT or broader regulatory requirements.

• Experience delivering AI-powered product capabilities in a SaaS environment.

• Exceptional stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence across senior leadership teams.

Why Join IRIS?

At IRIS, you'll have the opportunity to lead a product line that plays a critical role in the success of accounting professionals and businesses worldwide. You'll join a business investing heavily in innovation, AI and international growth while working alongside talented colleagues who are passionate about delivering meaningful customer outcomes.

You'll be empowered to shape strategy, influence investment decisions and build products that make a real difference to customers operating in highly regulated environments.

Interested?

If you're a strategic product leader with expertise in compliance, regulatory or financial technology and are excited by the opportunity to shape the future of tax compliance software on a global scale, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help redefine what's possible in Tax Compliance technology.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Impact: Your work will influence millions globally.

• Growth: Continuous learning and career development opportunities.

• Belonging: A culture that celebrates diversity and empowers every individual.
  

Ready to Apply?

Click Apply - we’re excited to learn about your unique perspective and experience. If you need adjustments during the process, let us know. We’re committed to making this opportunity accessible to everyone.

What to expect from our hiring process

Our process is designed to be fair, transparent and straightforward. Stages vary depending on the role — more senior positions may involve additional steps, and some areas include role-specific assessments such as a technical test or case study — but typically you can expect:

1. Application review — we assess your experience and potential

2. Initial call — a short conversation to learn about you and share more about the role

3. Skills assessment — tailored to the position, e.g. case study, coding challenge or portfolio review

4. Final interview — meet the team and explore how you'll make an IMPACT at IRIS

We'll always walk you through the specific stages at the start of the process so you can prepare with confidence.

If you need any adjustments or accommodations during the process, let us know, we’re committed to making this experience accessible for everyone.