We have partnered with an ambitious, tax technology start-up that is solving one of the accountancy profession's most complex challenges, encoding dense legislation into structured, executable rules to automate expert decision-making at scale. Having secured initial seed funding and with a live accounting platform integration already driving revenue, they are now looking for a Head of Product to drive the roadmap from zero to one. This is not a corporate strategy role with layers of bureaucracy. It is a rare chance to step in as a founding product operator, working hand-in-glove with the founders and a newly appointed Founding Product Designer to build a disruptive B2B platform from its early foundations. The Role As the Head of Product, you will take complete day-to-day ownership of the product lifecycle. You will be the vital engine that translates market needs into a clear, focused roadmap. You will spend time on the ground with accounting clients, running deep user discovery sessions, and working alongside in-house specialists to dissect complex, data-heavy workflows. Your primary mission is to translate multi-layered compliance and financial data relationships into tight, definitive product requirements and actionable user stories for the engineering team Key Responsibilities Define, manage, and prioritise the end-to-end product lifecycle, making the firm choices necessary to protect the engineering team's focus. Conduct deep research and interviews with existing clients, converting real-world observations into definitive product insights. Translate complex legal legislation and user feedback into exceptionally clear, logic-driven user stories and acceptance criteria with zero ambiguity. Partner closely with the Founding Product Designere to marry the structural what and why of the product with an intuitive user experience. Collaborate with internal domain experts to map high-stakes tax rules into robust, deterministic product workflows. What We Are Looking For You have been a primary product decision-maker at an early-stage startup, ideally as employee number 1 to 20, meaning you understand the pace and reality of building from scratch. You do not need a tax background, but you must have a proven track record of mastering highly complex systems with dense, interlocking data points, such as Fintech, Regtech, Compliance, Legaltech, or advanced ERP workflows. You are a data-driven operator who prioritises core user value over simply shipping features, and you are comfortable holding your ground with founders when product trade-offs require it. You thrive in an environment with zero hand-holding, meaning you are happy to write your own specs, run your own user research, and actively unblock your own engineers. Nice to Have Prior experience within tax, accounting, or professional services automation software. Hands-on familiarity with deterministic rule engines or advanced data logic, rather than purely probabilistic AI. Experience working with Xero, QuickBooks, or similar accounting API ecosystems. The Package This role offers fully remote working, a competitive 85,000 base salary + 50% bonus, and a meaningful equity allocation via an employee share scheme designed to ensure a significant financial reward. Ripple Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. My client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Due to high volumes of interest, we can only respond to shortlisted applicants.
Jun 25, 2026
Full time
We have partnered with an ambitious, tax technology start-up that is solving one of the accountancy profession's most complex challenges, encoding dense legislation into structured, executable rules to automate expert decision-making at scale. Having secured initial seed funding and with a live accounting platform integration already driving revenue, they are now looking for a Head of Product to drive the roadmap from zero to one. This is not a corporate strategy role with layers of bureaucracy. It is a rare chance to step in as a founding product operator, working hand-in-glove with the founders and a newly appointed Founding Product Designer to build a disruptive B2B platform from its early foundations. The Role As the Head of Product, you will take complete day-to-day ownership of the product lifecycle. You will be the vital engine that translates market needs into a clear, focused roadmap. You will spend time on the ground with accounting clients, running deep user discovery sessions, and working alongside in-house specialists to dissect complex, data-heavy workflows. Your primary mission is to translate multi-layered compliance and financial data relationships into tight, definitive product requirements and actionable user stories for the engineering team Key Responsibilities Define, manage, and prioritise the end-to-end product lifecycle, making the firm choices necessary to protect the engineering team's focus. Conduct deep research and interviews with existing clients, converting real-world observations into definitive product insights. Translate complex legal legislation and user feedback into exceptionally clear, logic-driven user stories and acceptance criteria with zero ambiguity. Partner closely with the Founding Product Designere to marry the structural what and why of the product with an intuitive user experience. Collaborate with internal domain experts to map high-stakes tax rules into robust, deterministic product workflows. What We Are Looking For You have been a primary product decision-maker at an early-stage startup, ideally as employee number 1 to 20, meaning you understand the pace and reality of building from scratch. You do not need a tax background, but you must have a proven track record of mastering highly complex systems with dense, interlocking data points, such as Fintech, Regtech, Compliance, Legaltech, or advanced ERP workflows. You are a data-driven operator who prioritises core user value over simply shipping features, and you are comfortable holding your ground with founders when product trade-offs require it. You thrive in an environment with zero hand-holding, meaning you are happy to write your own specs, run your own user research, and actively unblock your own engineers. Nice to Have Prior experience within tax, accounting, or professional services automation software. Hands-on familiarity with deterministic rule engines or advanced data logic, rather than purely probabilistic AI. Experience working with Xero, QuickBooks, or similar accounting API ecosystems. The Package This role offers fully remote working, a competitive 85,000 base salary + 50% bonus, and a meaningful equity allocation via an employee share scheme designed to ensure a significant financial reward. Ripple Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. My client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Due to high volumes of interest, we can only respond to shortlisted applicants.
We have partnered with an incredibly exciting, fast-growing UK tax technology start-up that is rewriting the rules of the accountancy profession. Package of £85,000 with a 50% annual bonus + EMI Share Options .Having already secured seed funding and currently progressing through a £1.5m round, they are building expert systems that transform incredibly complex tax legislation into clean, machine-readable code. Their platform is already live, integrated with Xero, and actively used by accounting practices supporting hundreds of SMEs. Up until now, the focus has been on flawless technical accuracy and functionality. Now, they need a founding Head of Product Design to take complete ownership of the user experience and lead a ground-up redesign. This is a pure "founding designer" role. There are no layers of bureaucracy, no endless sign-off processes, and no team to manage just yet. You will work directly with the founders (CEO/CTO) and sit face-to-face with users to turn a high-powered technical engine into a modern, intuitive, and genuinely beautiful B2B SaaS platform. The Role & Responsibilities As the solo design leader, you will be entirely hands-on, bridging the gap between complex backend data workflows and a seamless user experience. End-to-End Product Design: Own the UX/UI of the entire platform, including dashboard design, complex report builders, audit trail visualisations, and data ingestion flows. Build the Blueprint: Establish and maintain a scalable design system from scratch that the engineering team can build with efficiently. Deep User Research: Conduct direct research sessions with existing accounting firm clients. You will watch how they work, gather feedback, and translate those insights into definitive design choices. Shape the Brand: Define the visual identity of the product, moving it away from "boring compliance software" into a modern, distinct, and premium SaaS category. Domain Immersion : Work alongside in-house domain experts to understand UK tax logic, ensuring you can design with a true understanding of user intent. What We Are Looking For This role requires a unique blend of high-level systems thinking and flawless pixel-level execution. B2B SaaS Expertise: You have a proven track record designing complex tools where users interact with dense data points (e.g., fintech, compliance platforms, ERPs, dashboards, or advanced reporting tools). Systems Thinker: You look beyond individual screens. You care deeply about how data flows, how steps connect, and how to build user confidence through UI. 100% Hands-On: You thrive as a solo operator. You are excited to design day-to-day rather than managing or directing others. User-Obsessed: You love getting in front of clients, asking "why" repeatedly, and building based on real human behaviour rather than assumptions. Nice to Haves: Experience working within a fast-paced seed-stage startup (navigating pivots and rapid iteration cycles). Prior experience building design systems from scratch. A background or exposure to tax, accounting, or compliance tech. What Success Looks Like in 12 Months You will have launched a distinct visual identity that sets the company entirely apart from traditional, legacy tax software. Key user workflows will be completely redesigned based on your fresh user research. A scalable design system will be fully embedded into the engineering workflow. User research will be a core pillar of how the company builds product moving forward. To Apply If you are an ambitious designer who loves complex workflows and wants the financial upside of a generous equity and bonus structure, we want to hear from you. Please apply and include a link to your portfolio highlighting your experience with complex B2B SaaS data products. Ripple Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. My client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Due to high volumes of interest, we can only respond to shortlisted applicants.
Jun 25, 2026
Full time
We have partnered with an incredibly exciting, fast-growing UK tax technology start-up that is rewriting the rules of the accountancy profession. Package of £85,000 with a 50% annual bonus + EMI Share Options .Having already secured seed funding and currently progressing through a £1.5m round, they are building expert systems that transform incredibly complex tax legislation into clean, machine-readable code. Their platform is already live, integrated with Xero, and actively used by accounting practices supporting hundreds of SMEs. Up until now, the focus has been on flawless technical accuracy and functionality. Now, they need a founding Head of Product Design to take complete ownership of the user experience and lead a ground-up redesign. This is a pure "founding designer" role. There are no layers of bureaucracy, no endless sign-off processes, and no team to manage just yet. You will work directly with the founders (CEO/CTO) and sit face-to-face with users to turn a high-powered technical engine into a modern, intuitive, and genuinely beautiful B2B SaaS platform. The Role & Responsibilities As the solo design leader, you will be entirely hands-on, bridging the gap between complex backend data workflows and a seamless user experience. End-to-End Product Design: Own the UX/UI of the entire platform, including dashboard design, complex report builders, audit trail visualisations, and data ingestion flows. Build the Blueprint: Establish and maintain a scalable design system from scratch that the engineering team can build with efficiently. Deep User Research: Conduct direct research sessions with existing accounting firm clients. You will watch how they work, gather feedback, and translate those insights into definitive design choices. Shape the Brand: Define the visual identity of the product, moving it away from "boring compliance software" into a modern, distinct, and premium SaaS category. Domain Immersion : Work alongside in-house domain experts to understand UK tax logic, ensuring you can design with a true understanding of user intent. What We Are Looking For This role requires a unique blend of high-level systems thinking and flawless pixel-level execution. B2B SaaS Expertise: You have a proven track record designing complex tools where users interact with dense data points (e.g., fintech, compliance platforms, ERPs, dashboards, or advanced reporting tools). Systems Thinker: You look beyond individual screens. You care deeply about how data flows, how steps connect, and how to build user confidence through UI. 100% Hands-On: You thrive as a solo operator. You are excited to design day-to-day rather than managing or directing others. User-Obsessed: You love getting in front of clients, asking "why" repeatedly, and building based on real human behaviour rather than assumptions. Nice to Haves: Experience working within a fast-paced seed-stage startup (navigating pivots and rapid iteration cycles). Prior experience building design systems from scratch. A background or exposure to tax, accounting, or compliance tech. What Success Looks Like in 12 Months You will have launched a distinct visual identity that sets the company entirely apart from traditional, legacy tax software. Key user workflows will be completely redesigned based on your fresh user research. A scalable design system will be fully embedded into the engineering workflow. User research will be a core pillar of how the company builds product moving forward. To Apply If you are an ambitious designer who loves complex workflows and wants the financial upside of a generous equity and bonus structure, we want to hear from you. Please apply and include a link to your portfolio highlighting your experience with complex B2B SaaS data products. Ripple Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. My client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Due to high volumes of interest, we can only respond to shortlisted applicants.
Founding Engineer (React Native) Future Head of Engineering / CTO Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) Salary: Competitive + Equity Potential We're partnering with an ambitious, high-growth startup that is looking for a Founding Engineer to help shape both the product and the future of the business. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced React Native Engineer who wants to move beyond being "just another developer" and play a pivotal role in building a company from the ground up. You'll work directly with the founders, influence technical strategy, and have a clear pathway to becoming Head of Engineering or CTO as the business scales. What You'll Be Doing Leading the development of a flagship mobile product using React Native. Making key architectural and technology decisions from day one. Building scalable, high-quality software across mobile and supporting backend services. Working closely with founders, product teams, and stakeholders to define the product roadmap. Establishing engineering best practices, processes, and culture. Recruiting, mentoring, and leading an engineering team as the company grows. Evolving into a senior leadership role with ownership of the technology function. What We're Looking For Strong commercial experience with React Native. Solid JavaScript/TypeScript expertise. Experience with modern frontend and mobile development practices. Knowledge of related technologies such as: React Node.js Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) APIs and microservices CI/CD and DevOps practices Comfortable working in a startup or fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a product-focused mindset. Leadership potential and a desire to build and manage teams. Why Join? Genuine founding-level opportunity Clear route to Head of Engineering / CTO Significant influence over technology decisions Build and lead your own engineering team Hybrid working in Manchester High-growth environment with substantial career upside Competitive package Who This Would Suit This role is ideal for a senior React Native engineer, lead engineer, or technical architect who wants to take ownership, build something meaningful, and progress into executive-level leadership within a growing technology business. Interested? We'd love to speak with engineers who are excited by the challenge of building, scaling, and ultimately leading an engineering function from the ground up. Founding Engineer (React Native) Future Head of Engineering / CTO
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Founding Engineer (React Native) Future Head of Engineering / CTO Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) Salary: Competitive + Equity Potential We're partnering with an ambitious, high-growth startup that is looking for a Founding Engineer to help shape both the product and the future of the business. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced React Native Engineer who wants to move beyond being "just another developer" and play a pivotal role in building a company from the ground up. You'll work directly with the founders, influence technical strategy, and have a clear pathway to becoming Head of Engineering or CTO as the business scales. What You'll Be Doing Leading the development of a flagship mobile product using React Native. Making key architectural and technology decisions from day one. Building scalable, high-quality software across mobile and supporting backend services. Working closely with founders, product teams, and stakeholders to define the product roadmap. Establishing engineering best practices, processes, and culture. Recruiting, mentoring, and leading an engineering team as the company grows. Evolving into a senior leadership role with ownership of the technology function. What We're Looking For Strong commercial experience with React Native. Solid JavaScript/TypeScript expertise. Experience with modern frontend and mobile development practices. Knowledge of related technologies such as: React Node.js Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) APIs and microservices CI/CD and DevOps practices Comfortable working in a startup or fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a product-focused mindset. Leadership potential and a desire to build and manage teams. Why Join? Genuine founding-level opportunity Clear route to Head of Engineering / CTO Significant influence over technology decisions Build and lead your own engineering team Hybrid working in Manchester High-growth environment with substantial career upside Competitive package Who This Would Suit This role is ideal for a senior React Native engineer, lead engineer, or technical architect who wants to take ownership, build something meaningful, and progress into executive-level leadership within a growing technology business. Interested? We'd love to speak with engineers who are excited by the challenge of building, scaling, and ultimately leading an engineering function from the ground up. Founding Engineer (React Native) Future Head of Engineering / CTO
