Product Manager

Summary

Join PeopleCert, a global leader in assessment and certification, as their new Product Manager for the PRINCE2 portfolio. In this role, you will define and execute the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for PRINCE2 products, conducting market research and analysis to inform your decisions. You will be responsible for the success of key products, including certifications, learning content, and publications, working closely with cross-functional teams. Your responsibilities include monitoring product performance, prioritizing improvements, and developing new products. You will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful product launches and contribute to go-to-market plans. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of experience in product management within relevant sectors, and strong business acumen.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Product Manager or Product Owner role in one of the following sectors: education, training, professional qualifications (e.g. ACA / CIPD etc.)
• Knowledge of PeopleCert best practices and ideally familiar with PRINCE2 or other similar PPM (project, programme and portfolio) certification products
• Proven track record of managing multiple products and delivering successful outcomes
• Demonstrable experience of managing products through their whole lifecycle
• Familiarity with all elements of product development, from discovery to delivery
• Proven ability to evaluate product feedback objectively, and propose solutions to address business needs
• Strong business/commercial acumen
• Excellent people and management skills to interact with colleagues, cross-functional teams, and third parties around the world
• Problem-solving and analytical capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, fluency in English is required (C2 level certification desired, LanguageCert C2 LTE or C2 IESOL certificate would be a plus)

Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for your product set within the PRINCE2 portfolio
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape that will inform the product strategy
• Establish clear product goals, KPIs, and success metrics
• Monitor and analyze product performance, making data-driven decisions to optimize and enhance your products
• Prioritise maintenance and improvement activities for your in-market products, to ensure continued relevance and positive customer experience
• Work proactively and collaboratively with teams across the business to ensure all aspects of product development, launch and in-market support are considered early in the business case and product design phase
• Ensure the successful development and launch of new or updated products
• Participate in all aspects of Product design, including: persona development; full end-to-end user journeys; service blueprints; key content and technical specifications
• Design and manage the testing strategy for all products in development, to ensure they are consistently meeting the needs of our target audiences
• Contribute key elements to the go-to-market plans developed by Marketing, including positioning, key messaging, pricing, and more
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to secure buy-in and understanding of the product vision

Benefits

• Flexible working conditions (location and hours)
• Two free vouchers for all certifications from PeopleCert's Portfolio per year for all employees
• Competitive compensation and personal development opportunities