Product Manager Innovation

Location: Brighton and Hove

Contract Type:
Full time, permanent

Location:

Brighton, Brighton Head Office - Remote

The Product Manager will lead the development, execution and management of new products that align with Study Group’s strategic goals. This role involves managing the product development process from ideation to launch, ensuring that new products meet market needs, are successful and drive business growth during their Introductory phase of the Product Lifecycle. The Product Manager will drive the product innovation process by working closely with cross-functional teams to understand sector pain points and gain points;

drive idea generation and ideation; design and test product concepts; build business cases; support mobilisation and product delivery to oversee and ensure the success and growth of new product initiatives.

ABOUT

THE ROLE

 1. Product Strategy and Planning:

* Develop an understanding of Study Group’s key customer pain points (university partners and international students) to identify new opportunities for existing, newly launched, and new products

* Develop an understanding of Study Group’s competitors globally to ensure pitch and positioning of products are competitive

* Develop and implement product development initiatives which align with company objectives and strategy.

* Create and maintain product roadmaps and product definition documents.

 1. Product Design and Development:

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions.

* Oversee the design and development of new products.

* Working with key stake-holders and cross-functional teams ensure products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all new products have an excellent learning and student experience

 1. Product Management:

* Working with the Product Operations Manager, lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful business case presentations of new product initiatives which clearly outline opportunities alongside strategic aims and organizational capabilities.

* Working closely with the Partnerships Team ensure that all product initiatives are clearly understood and approved by key partners required for a successful launch to market.

* Working with the PMO manage project timelines, budgets and resources post-business case, ensure that all stakeholders understand the KSPs of a product and can deliver as required to support the product’s success.

* Coordinate with marketing, sales, and other departments to lead on product launches and ongoing product management.

ABOUT YOU

* Proven experience working in an FE or HE education context

* Demonstrated experience in a product management or programme development role

* Strong project management skills.

* Experience leading cross-functional teams.

* Experience of working in a matrix environment

* The knowledge and experience of managing budgets

* Experience managing and analysing data to support decision making

* Excellent communication and leadership skills.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

* Proficiency in project management software and tools.

* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple products simultaneously.

ABOUT US
Study Group is a leading international education provider that is dedicated and passionate about helping students around the world, creating a brighter future and reaching their full potential. We are a trusted international educator to students and more than 50 university partners globally. We deliver high-quality international education solutions that drive success for our partners and students. We are able to provide students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed.

Our global network of offices and university partnerships ensure that students receive the best educational services available.

ORGANISATION COMPLIANCE
For successful applicants the following checks will be conducted
- Criminal Background Check (country specific), x2 References,  Right to Work checks as well as Education Verification. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, religion, nationality, or any other factor. We believe that the best person for the job should be selected based on skills and experience alone.

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