Product Strategy Director
2 days ago
The Open University UK is seeking a highly skilled Product Strategy Director to lead the development of our product roadmap and drive innovation across the student experience.
About the RoleAs a key member of our CDIO leadership team, you will be responsible for providing product strategy and leadership, coaching and support to product teams working across our systems and services.
You will play a critical role in developing an iterative and adaptive product roadmap that supports our Learn and Live strategy and develops new capabilities that improve our ability to offer adaptive, resilient, secure and cost-effective products and services.
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of partnering with design, engineering, data and IT professions and leaders, to realise the collective expertise in effective products and services.
We are looking for a strong leader and mentor who can coach and develop other Product Managers, as well as evidence of strong financial and commercial acumen.
In this role, you will work closely with peers in design, engineering, data and IT, and influence wider stakeholders to drive digital transformation and innovation.
A hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where you can work from home and the office. However, some attendance in the office will be required when necessary and in response to business needs.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute a product strategy that aligns with our Learn and Live strategy and drives digital transformation and innovation.
- Provide product leadership and coaching to product teams, ensuring they are equipped to deliver effective products and services.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address technical debt and implement process improvements.
- Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and requirements, and ensure our products and services meet those needs.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Demonstrable experience of leading product strategy and development in a complex organisation.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with experience of coaching and developing Product Managers.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong financial and commercial acumen, with experience of managing budgets and resources.
- Evidence of innovative thinking and a willingness to challenge existing processes and practices.
We estimate the salary for this role to be £80,000 - £110,000 per annum, depending on experience.
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