Director of Product Management

2 months ago


Manchester, United Kingdom AQA and AQA Affiliates Full time

Director of Product Management

Permanent

Guildford, Milton Keynes, London or Manchester

Translate B - £100k - £120k

Hybrid working

Ready to shape the future of education?

If you're a visionary in product management with a motivation for leading high potential teams, this opportunity is for you

Due to increased investment, we have grown our Product management team and are now recruiting a Director of Product Management reporting directly into our Executive Director of Customer and Product. You will have 6 direct reports and an overall team of 17 and will be part of the Customer and Product Directorate.

You will play a pivotal role in steering our strategic vision, motivating and coaching an inclusive team whilst fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Together, you'll work to develop new, groundbreaking products that leverage digital technology to address evolving educational needs and trends. Your leadership will not only enhance our current product offerings but also ensure they remain relevant and effective in an ever-changing and cutting edge landscape.

You'll work closely with cross-functional teams - marketing, sales, customer, subject support, assessment, operations - to seamlessly bring these products to market, ensuring they support teachers and learners in achieving their goals. Your strategic conclusions will be guided by deep insights gained from market analysis and competitive research, allowing you to seize growth opportunities.

As Director of Product Management, you'll navigate the complexities of a regulated industry, ensuring our products comply with all standards while advancing our charitable of advancing education.

We're looking for a leader with a proven track record in product management or educational product development, who can inspire and mentor a diverse team. Your strategic acumen, coupled with a passion for education and a commitment to excellence, will drive our mission forward. Join us in transforming education and making a meaningful impact on the lives of students across diverse communities.

What's in it for me?

  • Spearhead a critical team in a rapidly evolving educational landscape.
  • Develop new and continuously improve existing products to stay ahead of market needs.
  • Flexible working environment over a 35 hour week and professional and personal development at your fingertips.
  • Excellent contributory pension (6% - 11.5% dependent on employee contribution).
  • 25 days' annual leave rising to 30 days with service, plus all Bank Holidays and additional Christmas office closure.
  • Comprehensive health coverage from day one, including Bupa PMI and Health Cash Plan and Life assurance.
  • Eco-friendly transport options through our electric vehicle scheme and cycle to work schemes.

What You'll Do:

Strategic Leadership: Envision and drive the future of our product offerings, balancing educational excellence with strategic growth.

Team Management: Inspire and nurture a high-performing, inclusive team, fostering collaboration and innovation.

Product Development: Guide the creation of new, innovative products that leverage digital technology, addressing diverse market needs and educational trends.

Product Updates: Continuously enhance existing product lines, ensuring they remain relevant and effective in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Product Roadmap Development: Develop and execute a visionary product roadmap.

Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee every stage of product development, ensuring continuous improvement and market relevance.

Market and Competitive Analysis: Stay ahead of trends and seize growth opportunities through insightful market research.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with marketing, sales, customer, subject support, and operations teams to ensure seamless product commercialisation and operational success.

Performance Metrics: Define and track key metrics to measure success, driving continuous improvement with a data-driven approach.

Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring products meet evolving educational needs.

Pricing and Publishing: Manage pricing strategy and partnerships, aligning support materials with strategic objectives.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all products meet regulatory standards, navigating the complexities of a regulated industry.

Profitability and Charitable Aims: Balance a strong focus on profitability with the charitable aims of the organization, ensuring our educational mission remains front and centre.

Digital Diversification: Drive significant investment in digital diversification, embracing technology to enhance assessment methods and support teachers and learners.

What You'll Need:

  • Extensive experience in product management or educational product development.
  • Proven people development and management skills, with the ability to inspire, coach, and mentor diverse teams.
  • Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and excellent communication abilities.
  • Passion for education and a commitment to improving learning outcomes through assessment.
  • Strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach.

Imagine the satisfaction of seeing your ideas come to life, knowing you're making a difference in the world of education. At AQA, we value creativity, innovation, and a passion for excellence. Your leadership will not only shape our products but also influence the educational journeys of countless students.

Next Steps

Apply now by sending your CV and a supporting statement outlining your motivation and transferable skills by visiting our website . Closing date for applications: Wednesday 7th August 2024

The screening process will consist of a prescreening call followed by a two stage Interview process held via MS Teams and face to face respectively in September 2024.

All applications will receive a written response.

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AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. AQA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website.

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