Product Manager at West Midlands Open University

Job Description:

• As a product manager at West Midlands Open University [WMOU], you will identify students’ needs and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions to these needs.
• You will drive the implementation of the product vision and strategy of the university from conceptualisation to launch.
• Through innovative solutions, you will ensure that our products are user-centric and scalable.

Responsibilities

• Product Development: Implement the product strategy, vision, roadmap and execution for all WMOU product solutions
• Strategy Execution: Collaborate closely with academic, engineering, and administrative teams to define product vision, strategy, and roadmap, ensuring seamless integration with academic programs.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with faculty, students, and other stakeholders to understand their needs, gather feedback, and translate insights into actionable product improvements.
• Project Management: Oversee end-to-end project delivery, coordinating efforts across multiple teams, and ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Market Analysis: Conduct market research and analysis to identify educational trends, competitive landscape, and potential opportunities for new educational products or improvements to existing ones.
• Product Performance: Monitor product performance, analyze metrics, and derive actionable insights to enhance user experience and drive product adoption and engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Technology, or a related field.
• Three years of experience in product management. Experience within the educational technology domain is an advantage.
• Proven track record in successfully leading and delivering complex projects or products
• Strong understanding of educational technology, learning management systems, and digital tools is an advantage
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional and diverse environment
• Passion for education and a commitment to enhancing the learning experience