BOBolawa Oluyinka
@bolawaoluyinka
Product Manager with expertise in Digital Financial Technology.
PolandWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Product Manager with a strong background in Digital Financial Technology and Agile Project Management. Currently pursuing my Master's in International and European Business Law at the University of Szczecin, I have honed my skills in leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholders effectively. My certifications as a ScrumMaster® and AWS Cloud Practitioner further enhance my ability to drive product success.
Throughout my career, I have successfully led various product initiatives, including the development of an inventory management solution and a loyalty card system for major clients. My experience at PalmPay Limited and Connected Analytics has equipped me with the tools to conduct market research, develop product strategies, and optimize transfer channels. I take pride in my ability to translate market requirements into actionable product requirements, ensuring alignment with company goals.
With a proven track record of increasing transaction counts and values through innovative service deployments, I am passionate about leveraging technology to create impactful solutions. I thrive in dynamic environments and am committed to continuous learning and improvement in the ever-evolving fintech landscape.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
PLTransfer Service Product Manager
Palmpay Limited
Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Conducted market research and analysis to optimize transfer channels, developing product strategies aligned with company goals. Facilitated the creation of an in-app notification system for real-time transfer channel monitoring.
CAHead of Product
Connected Analytics
Feb 2023 - Mar 2024 (1 year 1 month)
Led end-to-end development of an inventory management solution and a loyalty card solution for a major client. Collaborated with stakeholders to define product use cases, architecture, and roadmap, translating market requirements into product requirements and managing user stories.
UPProduct Manager (API Open Banking)
UBA Group PLC
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project success, conducting Systems Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT). Achieved a 90% increase in transaction count and value through new service deployments while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements for FinTech onboarding.
CAProduct Manager
Caril Agency
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 11 months)
Led the development and launch of thetoolbus.ai, a new product. Developed a streaming platform with social media integrations for another client.
UPProduct Manager (Bill Payment & Collections)
UBA Group PLC
Jan 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 11 months)
Expanded payment gateway flexibility by implementing a WordPress plugin and additional payment options like USSD and mobile money. Managed merchant onboarding, platform uptime, and user support, translating user needs into product requirements and creating wireframes.
Product Manager (International Remittance)
UBA Group PLC
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Led foreign currency transaction investigations, reconciliations, and processing. Implemented an automation system for swift crediting of foreign inflows to beneficiaries, ensuring compliance and accuracy in transactions.
BSProduct Manager
Bullion SMS
Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 11 months)
Spearheaded the development and launch of bullionsms.com, implementing monetization strategies that resulted in substantial revenue growth. Built and mentored a high-performing product team.
Project Manager (ATM Operations)
UBA Group PLC
Nov 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 2 months)
Led ATM system troubleshooting, maintenance, and fault tracking. Ensured cleanliness and branding integrity of ATM off-sites.
Project Manager
Bank of Industry
Jan 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 11 months)
Developed growth-focused strategies and oversaw business unit operations. Increased completed tasks by 70% through Agile techniques.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
USUniversity of Szczecin
MA, International and European Business Law
Currently pursuing a Master of Arts degree focusing on International and European Business Law. The program covers key legal aspects relevant to international business operations within the European context.
FAFederal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
B.Sc., Foodservice and Tourism
2010 - 2014
Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Foodservice and Tourism. The curriculum covered aspects of hospitality management and tourism industry operations.
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