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TruIQ Analytics Enablement Solutions are a suite of SaaS/PaaS solutions at the forefront of product innovation at TransUnion, bringing together differentiated data, analytics, decisioning capabilities and emerging AI technologies to help customers move more seamlessly from data to insights and decisions.

As TruIQ continues to grow and expand globally, the team is focused on building a connected portfolio of solutions and establishing a cohesive long-term strategy across products, markets and emerging AI capabilities. This role reports to the SVP, Product Management – TruIQ Analytics Enablement and will work closely with TruIQ product leaders and teams across the U.S., UK and India.

This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.

Role Overview and Core Responsibilities

As Principal – TruIQ Product and AI Strategy , you will shape the long-term product and business strategy for one of TransUnion’s fastest-growing solution areas. This is a strategy and planning role rather than a traditional product management position, with responsibility for connecting TruIQ’s individual products, markets and capabilities into a unified global strategy and actionable multi-year roadmap.

• Develop and evolve an overarching 3–5 year TruIQ strategy and execution plan , connecting product, market, technology, AI and business priorities into a cohesive global direction.
• Lead strategic planning for international expansion , evaluating where TruIQ should expand, sequencing market opportunities and identifying the capabilities, investments and actions required to enter new markets successfully.
• Shape TruIQ’s AI product strategy , identifying opportunities to incorporate emerging AI capabilities across data, analytics, modeling, insights and decisioning workflows based on customer value, differentiation, feasibility and business impact.
• Partner with Product, Global Technology, Engineering, AI Engineering, Data Science and international teams to connect individual product strategies and roadmaps to the broader TruIQ portfolio strategy.
• Lead monthly and quarterly executive reporting and strategic storytelling , creating a clear and consistent view of TruIQ priorities, performance, opportunities and direction for senior leadership, CEO and Board-level discussions.
• Own and coordinate strategic planning activities, including growth assumptions, revenue outlooks, investment requirements, business cases and prioritization of strategic initiatives.
• Analyze product performance, customer needs, market trends, competitive activity and technology developments to identify growth opportunities, risks and strategic actions.
• Drive alignment across a highly matrixed, global organization, influencing senior stakeholders with different priorities and perspectives to create a shared understanding of TruIQ’s strategy and execution roadmap.
• Partner with TruIQ leaders to identify portfolio expansion opportunities while helping establish the structure and strategic discipline needed to support continued global growth.

Required Knowledge and Experiences

• 10+ years of experience in product strategy, corporate strategy, management consulting, product management, SaaS/PaaS, analytics or related fields, with demonstrated experience operating at a senior strategic level.
• Demonstrated experience developing multi-year business or product strategies and translating strategic objectives into clear priorities, roadmaps and execution plans for complex technology, data, analytics or software businesses.
• Experience working within a product organization , with a strong understanding of product strategy, portfolio management and the product development lifecycle sufficient to partner effectively with product and technology leaders.
• Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional initiatives within a highly matrixed and/or global organization , influencing senior stakeholders across functions, markets and geographies.
• Exceptional executive communication, reporting and storytelling skills , including the ability to synthesize complex information, develop compelling recommendations and create a consistent strategic narrative for senior executive audiences.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities, including experience developing revenue forecasts, investment cases, business cases, scenario analyses and strategic recommendations.
• Working knowledge of modern SaaS/PaaS product and technology environments and how product, engineering, data and technology teams collaborate to develop and scale solutions.
• Ability to interpret product, market, financial and technology data and translate findings into actionable strategic recommendations.
• Working understanding of AI-enabled products and analytics sufficient to partner effectively with AI Engineering, Data Science, Technology and Product teams. Deep engineering or software development expertise is not required .

We’re also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we’re happy to support your career development and growth in:

• Strategy or management consulting experience, particularly within a top-tier management consulting firm , or experience within a strategy function of a large, complex organization.
• Experience with analytics, AI, decisioning, data platforms or cloud-based SaaS/PaaS solutions , including familiarity with generative AI, agentic AI, LLMs, RAG or related emerging technologies.
• Experience supporting global businesses or international market expansion , particularly working across markets, cultures and time zones.
• Knowledge of financial services, credit risk, lending, fraud, marketing, analytics or decisioning markets.
• Experience influencing product P&L decisions, investment prioritization, portfolio tradeoffs or commercialization strategy.

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Benefits that support every part of your life:

At TransUnion, we design benefits to help you feel well, do well, and plan well—from day one.

For Your Health : Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable.

For Your Protection : We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D, optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family, and short‑ and long‑term disability. You can also opt into a legal plan, pet insurance, and travel accident coverage.

For Your Family : From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support, we’re here for every chapter. Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentary Care@Work membership, and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.

For Your Future : Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tap financial wellness resources, career coaching, and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently.

For You : Grow and recharge with tuition reimbursement, flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employee discounts, charitable gift matching, and paid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back.

For Your Wellness : Access 24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical, mental, social, and financial wellness.

We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, TransUnion takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. Components of TransUnion’s Affirmative Action Program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are available for review to any associate or applicant for employment upon request by contacting ERCoE@transunion.com .

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Company’s reputation are also essential expectations of this position.

Pay Scale Information:

The U.S. base salary range for this position is $168,750.00 - $281,250 annually. *The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this job. At TransUnion, actual compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. Regular, fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnion’s annual bonus plan. Certain positions may be also eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents.


TransUnion Overview:

At TransUnion, we encourage and are committed to creating a real, positive impact and shared sense of purpose within our Workforce for Good , which empowers our people to grow, innovate and contribute to a better future for our communities and customers. We strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver’s seat of their professional development— while having access to help along the way. We recognize that success comes when our associates thrive both professionally and personally; that’s why we prioritize work/life flexibility and offer resources for our teams across the globe to collaborate and drive excellence.

Be a part of our Workforce for Good – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.

TransUnion's Internal Job Title:

Principal, Strategic Planning

Company:

TransUnion LLC