Chief Product Officer

SpecTec; Manchester; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in software development seeks a Chief Product Officer to spearhead the transformation of their product offerings. This executive role demands strategic vision and technical leadership to innovate and enhance maritime and asset management solutions. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company bonus

Private Medical Healthcare

Company pension scheme

Childcare vouchers

Electric vehicle scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in product management and leadership in B2B software.
• Strong technical acumen including software architecture and cloud infrastructure.
• Leadership experience with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Transform legacy software into innovative platforms.
• Drive modernization and AI integration.
• Lead global teams to deliver high-impact solutions.

Skills

Product vision

Technical depth

Cloud transformation

Agile methodology

Customer experience

Stakeholder management

Job description

SpecTec Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Chief Product Officer

SpecTec Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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Role – Chief Product Officer

Location – Remote – Office base is flexible depending on where candidate is based – ideally North West for proximity to the leadership team.

Holidays – 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and an additional 3 day shut down over Christmas period

Personal Development – Access to Percipio, our e-learning and development platform. Quarterly performance reviews

Benefits – Company bonus, Company pension scheme, Private Medical Healthcare, Westfield Health with Smart Spending (savings at high street stores, restaurants, experiences etc), Critical Illness cover, Group Life Assurance, Group Income Protection, Employee Assistance Program, Buy and sell holiday scheme, Electric vehicle scheme, Childcare vouchers, Cycle to Work Scheme

How to apply

We are working with a recruitment partner on this role so please contact Rob Riley at Apply recruitment directly for more information and to be considered for the position - [e-mail]

About SpecTec – Powerful asset management, powered by people

At SpecTec we develop, deliver and support innovative software solutions and services that make it easier for Maritime businesses to manage their assets more sustainably, efficiently and safely. We are the owners and distributors of the market leading AMOS Vessel Management Software and associated services, working across the globe and across the Maritime, Oil & Gas and Defense industries. From procurement to maintenance to compliance, AMOS gives the clear real-time data needed to make better, more informed decisions.

We have been in business since 1985 and whilst we’re technically a software company, our business has always been as much about people as technology. We have experienced and passionate people that have first-hand experience working on board ships, so customer needs are truly understood, and we work hard to listen to our people to foster an environment where our People thrive and flourish, are proud to work at SpecTec and go above and beyond for our customers and our business.

We have offices in China, Cyprus, Italy, Singapore, the UK and the USA meaning wherever our customers are in the world, our people are dedicated to offering the very best service possible. Find out more information here - SpecTec | Global Leader in Maritime Software Solutions

We are one of several operating units of the Omegro Group, a buy and grow acquirer of the world’s most impactful software companies. Find out more information here - Omegro | You've built something great. Let's make it last forever.

Purpose – Why do we exist?

To keep global maritime trade moving safely, efficiently and sustainably.

Vision – Where we’re going

To be on board 50% of the World’s Fleet by 2040

Our Compass – How we deliver

We Put the Customer at The Heart

We Are Better Together

We love What We Do

We Do The Right Thing

This job is for you if.......

·You’re a strategic product leader with a passion for transforming legacy software into innovative, market-leading platforms.

·You blend product vision with technical depth, and can drive modernization, cloud transformation, and AI integration.

·You thrive on leading global cross-functional teams across Product, UX, Engineering, and QA to deliver scalable, high-impact solutions.

·You have a strong grasp of technical architecture and modern development practices (Agile, DevOps, CI/CD).

·You're obsessed with customer experience and believe in UX-driven, data-informed product development.

·You’re commercially savvy and excited to lead go-to-market strategy and grow market share in a competitive industry.

·You want to help shape the future of maritime and asset management software by staying ahead of industry trends.

·You have a People First and servant leader approach with your leadership style

Even better if you have......

·Significant experience of product management and leadership in B2B software or enterprise SaaS

·Proven track record in modernizing legacy systems and leading cloud/SaaS transitions

·Strong technical acumen, including software architecture, DevOps, and cloud infrastructure

·Experience in leading cross-functional teams on a global scale: Product, UX, Engineering, QA, and Technical Writing

·Deep understanding of UX principles and user-centered design

·Familiar with agile development, CI/CD, and modern software delivery practices

·Knowledge of data analytics, AI, and automation to inform product strategy

·Strategic mindset with the ability to balance vision and execution

·Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

This role is unlikely to be a great match if.....

·You are uncomfortable with ambiguity and transformation as this role demands navigating organisational change, legacy modernization and driving innovation – resistance to change would be a blocker

·You prefer isolated product work – success here depends on collaboration across departments and alignment with Sales, Marketing, Customer Success and R&D

·You haven’t led cross-functional teams – if you haven’t directly managed or closely collaborated with UX, Engineering, QA, and Technical Writing teams, you’ll miss critical leadership expectations

·You lack technical depth – if you don’t have a strong understanding of software architecture, cloud, infrastructure, or engineering workflows, you’ll struggle in this highly technical leadership role

·You are not willing to travel – we are a global company so our people and customers are spread across the world and this role will be required to travel to meet with our customers and our people within our R&D function (the majority of our team is based in Argentina)

People Experience at SpecTec

We are a people first business, and our vision is to foster an environment where our people thrive and flourish, are proud to work here and go above and beyond for our customers and our business.

We are focused on the growth of both our business and our people and to support this, we ensure everyone has a scorecard with clear goals and objectives aligned to our strategy and personal growth ambitions which is reviewed quarterly, alongside our Compass and competencies.

We can’t achieve our People vision without listening to our people, so we hold 3 anonymous engagement surveys per year then use responses received to improve, enhance or change to make SpecTec a great place to work.

We are a truly global business and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) is very important to us. We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging and we have a committee to help us achieve our vision. We believe that every individual brings unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that enrich our workplace and drive innovation.

We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute fully. Discrimination, bias, or exclusion of any kind has no place here. We actively work to ensure that our policies, practices, and culture support equal opportunity and fairness for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other characteristic that makes each person unique.

Together, we build a workplace where diverse voices are heard, collaboration is encouraged, diversity is celebrated, and everyone has the opportunity to succeed. At SpecTec, inclusion is not just a value - it is a commitment we live every day.

Inclusive hiring

Research shows that some people, especially women and under-represented minorities, are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet every single requirement. Our advert and job description represent what we are ideally looking for, but your experience, skills and passion will set you apart, so we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet everything 100%. Everyone has unique strengths, and we hire for strengths and potential.

So, if this role excites you, don’t let our advert or job description hold you back, get applying.

SpecTec welcomes applications from all candidates irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief, or marital or civil partnership status – everyone is welcome!

Hiring process

1 st stage – Virtual interview with our external recruitment partner – Rob Riley from Apply Recruitment to explore aspirations and suitability for the role

2 nd stage – Virtual Interview with our CEOs of the Shipping and Cruise Business and Director of R&D exploring competencies, experience and technical knowledge.

3 rd Stage – Face to face interview with the Group Coach, CEO for SpecTec shipping, CEO for SpecTec Cruise and People Director. Purpose of interview is to explore behavioral competencies, alignment to our culture, approach to role if successfully appointed and hearing from you on your successes inpresentation form with opportunities for any questions from you.

Final stage – An opportunity for any unanswered questions from both SpecTec and you and to have lunch with the Group Coach and CEO of SpecTec shipping to get to know you better and you to know us better.

If you have a medical condition or need adjustments to help you perform at your best, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss how we can support you. Interviews may be virtual or in person, so let us know if you need any accommodations to make the process smoother.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management and Marketing

• Industries

  Software Development

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