Location
Bromley, Greater London | United Kingdom
Job description
Bromcom is a dynamic and innovative company that provides school information management systems and education technology solutions for schools and academies. Their software is designed to help educational institutions manage various aspects of their operations, including student data, attendance, assessments, Finance, and communication. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and experienced Product Manager to join our team and drive the development of our products to new heights.
Position Overview: The Product Manager will play a pivotal role in defining, planning, and executing the product strategy for several of the products within the Bromcom product suite. This individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and sales, to ensure the successful development and launch of innovative products that meet customer needs and contribute to the company's overall success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a high-performing Product Management team, which will involve the following:
- Offer insights based on your own experiences and to help mentees navigate challenges and make informed decisions.
- Share best practices, frameworks, and industry trends to help mentees broaden their understanding of product management principles.
- Assist mentees in setting both short-term and long-term goals related to their career growth and skill development.
- Provide regular feedback on mentees' performance, highlighting areas of improvement and celebrating successes.
- Identify areas where mentees may need to improve (e.g., communication, stakeholder management, strategic thinking) and provide targeted coaching to help them develop these skills.
- Listen to mentees' ideas, concerns, and challenges, offering perspective and advice when needed.
- Encouraging mentees to seek out new opportunities for skill development and knowledge acquisition.
- Be a role model for mentees by demonstrating leadership qualities, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence in product management.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture.
- Develop and articulate a clear product strategy aligned with the company's goals and market needs.
- Create and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap that prioritizes features and enhancements based on business priorities and market demands.
- Work closely with engineering, design, marketing, customer services and sales teams to ensure alignment and effective communication throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Define and monitor key product metrics to assess product performance and user engagement. Use data to drive informed decisions and continuous improvement.
- Provide regular updates to stakeholders on product development progress, key milestones, and upcoming releases.
- To build awareness and excitement around the product both internally and externally.
Qualifications/Experience:
You will have a passion for the best product combined with strong consumer focus and commercial awareness, utilising these skills to identify product opportunities that meet the needs of current and future customers.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or relevant field is desirable
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and is able to vary communication style to build effective internal and external relationships at all levels.
- Substantial product management experience, preferably gained within education resources and a good understanding of the education sector and market trends in the UK is desirable.
- Proven experience 5+ years in product management, with a track record of successful product launches.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Experience with agile development methodologies.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize, and manage multiple products/tasks simultaneously.
- Be a highly organised individual with a track record of delivering against targets and deadlines.
- Resilient, adaptable and can remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Application
Interested candidates who feel they meet some of the requirements but not all should still apply with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and why they are a good fit for the role.
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