Lead Product Strategist

4 weeks ago

Workington, Cumbria, United Kingdom The City & Guilds Group Full time
Lead Product Strategist

We are in search of two proactive and seasoned Product Strategists.

The Product Strategists will be responsible for the comprehensive leadership and oversight of a sector or a collection of sectors within The City & Guilds Group, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and strategic objectives.

We seek enthusiastic and assertive leaders capable of articulating a clear vision and direction for the function, with a strong ability to influence stakeholders effectively.

Candidates should possess demonstrable expertise in product management methodologies, along with a deep understanding of both commercial and funded product management, preferably within an Awarding Organization.

These positions are full-time, requiring 35 hours of work per week from Monday to Friday. We provide flexible working patterns and arrangements. While remote work is an option, proximity to one of our main office hubs is preferred, and attendance at meetings as needed is required.

Please be aware that the vacancy may close early based on the volume of applications received.

Appointments will be made based on merit.

We believe that diversity and inclusion enhance our organization, and it is the responsibility of everyone at The City & Guilds Group to promote this value. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented communities.

Role Overview

As a vital member of our team, you will significantly influence the future of vocational education by steering the product strategy and ensuring the success of our offerings in the marketplace. You will oversee at least one Product Manager and Industry Manager to guarantee that our product offerings meet and surpass customer expectations while expanding our market share.

You will hold strategic accountability for the lifecycle management of products within your sectors, ensuring a quality journey and experience for our customers and learners. This includes managing business justification, planning, verification, and commercial viability throughout the product lifecycle, while continuously assessing external factors such as policy, regulation, and competition.

As the Lead Product Strategist, you will also be responsible for achieving commercial targets for your sector and devising a growth strategy for the products that align with our business growth objectives.

Candidate Profile

It is essential that you have substantial expertise and practical experience in a commercial and funded product management role, encompassing product lifecycle management, roadmap development, and go-to-market strategies. A solid understanding of the education sector and assessments, along with the ability to leverage customer and market insights to drive product enhancements, is crucial.

You should possess a strategic and commercial mindset, with a commitment to increasing market share and enhancing customer and learner experiences. Strong leadership skills are vital for this role, including negotiation, presentation, and team management capabilities.

Familiarity with the learning, skills, assessment, and employment sectors is advantageous, although not mandatory.

Our Mission

Our vision is to create a world where everyone has the skills and opportunities to thrive. We assist nearly five million individuals annually in developing skills that facilitate employment, career advancement, and preparation for future opportunities. As a charitable organization, our focus is unwaveringly on achieving this mission.

Through our assessment and credentialing, corporate learning, and technical training offerings, we collaborate with our clients to deliver work-based learning programs that foster competency and enhance prospects for individuals, organizations, and society at large. We create adaptable learning pathways that support lifelong employability, as we believe in providing individuals with the chance to (re)train and (re)learn throughout their lives.

Central to our organization is The City & Guilds Foundation, which amplifies our mission by working to eliminate barriers to employment, celebrating best practices in the workplace, and advocating for future job opportunities.

Established in 1878 by the City of London and the trade guilds of the time, we have been dedicated to helping individuals, organizations, and economies develop their skills for growth.

Our extensive experience uniquely positions us to understand the evolving landscape of work and learning. We continuously adapt to develop and deliver the skills necessary for the future workplace. In addition to qualifications and assessments, we now offer digital credentialing, e-learning technologies, executive leadership development, technical training, and consultancy services.

Benefits

We provide the opportunity to work within an innovative, engaging, and market-leading organization, with avenues to enhance your existing skills and explore new ones.

Our benefits package typically includes a competitive base salary, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, pension contributions, private healthcare, volunteering opportunities, and more.

We are open to discussing how this role can be adapted to suit your flexible working needs, including work patterns, hours, or location.

Application Process

If you believe this role and organization align with your career aspirations, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please submit your CV and complete our brief application form.

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