Associate Portfolio Manager – Remote (Fixed-Term Assignment)

Cengage; Nova Scotia; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education technology firm in Canada is seeking a Product Manager to support product lifecycle management and course development. This role involves conducting market research and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, 2+ years of relevant experience, and bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish and/or French. Competitive salary up to $75,750 CAD with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Product Management, project management, program management, or policy/compliance management.
• Strong multitasking and project management skills in fast-paced environments.
• Proven ability to synthesize data into actionable strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support product lifecycle management and course development for the Advanced Career Training catalogs.
• Conduct competitive and market research to advise strategy and localization needs.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams on product launches and enablement materials.

Skills

Product Management

Project Management

Multitasking

Data Synthesis

Bilingual Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Suite

Smartsheet

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Education Technology

Why consider this job opportunity

• Salary up to $75,750 CAD
• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture that values diverse perspectives
• Chance to contribute to innovative educational initiatives and projects
• Supportive environment for professional development and learning
• Involvement in projects related to Canadian market expansion and bilingual education programs

Responsibilities

• Support product lifecycle management and course development for the Advanced Career Training (ACT) catalogs
• Conduct competitive and market research to advise strategy and localization needs
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams on product launches and enablement materials
• Assist with third-party vendor reviews and onboarding processes
• Draft necessary product planning documents and support cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years of experience in Product Management, project management, program management, or policy/compliance management
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish and/or French (preferred, not required)
• Strong multitasking and project management skills in fast-paced environments
• Proven ability to synthesize data into actionable strategies

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and Smartsheet
• Familiarity with SEO, competitive intelligence, and localization practices
• Experience in education, workforce development, or bilingual content development

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