Group Product Lead - Connections

Eonnext; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

26 days annual leave

Pension and life cover

Job summary

E.ON Next is seeking a visionary Group Product Lead to shape the future of our Connections platforms for residential and business customers. You will guide product strategy, lead a talented team, and partner across Technology, Commercial, Operations and Customer Experience to deliver value and strong customer outcomes.

You will drive end-to-end product delivery, foster collaboration with external partners, and influence senior leaders to prioritise initiatives that improve efficiency and

Qualifications

• Significant product management experience in a technology-driven or SaaS environment.
• Ability to translate customer and business insights into clear product visions, roadmaps and priorities.
• Proven leadership of cross-functional teams and collaboration with executives at Director/C-suite level.
• Experience with field scheduling, workforce management or metering technologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the product vision and strategy for the Connections product area, ensuring the roadmap aligns with priorities and customer needs.
• Lead, coach and develop high-performing product teams, empowering them to innovate and deliver meaningful outcomes.
• Collaborate with in-house engineering, SaaS providers and external partners to build an integrated product ecosystem for seamless connections.
• Work with senior leaders to influence strategic decisions and align priorities with broader business goals.
• Champion improvements to technology supporting field teams, including scheduling, workforce management and metering.

Skills

Product management

Strategic thinking

People leadership

Stakeholder management

Agile methods

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

We’re looking for a visionary, commercially minded Group Product Lead to shape the future of our Connections technology products at E.ON Next. You’ll play a pivotal role in developing the platforms and tools that help our residential and business customers get connected, stay connected and make the most of smarter energy solutions.Working at the intersection of Technology, Commercial, Operations and Customer Experience, you’ll lead the strategy for products that support our field teams, partners and customers, from connecting new homes and businesses to delivering reliable, seamless energy services. You’ll inspire a talented team of product experts, build strong technology partnerships and turn complex challenges into innovative solutions that improve customer experiences and deliver lasting business value.Here’s a taste of what you’ll be doingDefine and lead the product vision and strategy for our Connections product area, ensuring our technology roadmap supports business priorities, operational efficiency and customer needs.Lead, coach and develop high-performing product teams, empowering them to innovate, collaborate and deliver meaningful outcomes.Bring together in-house engineering teams, SaaS providers and external technology partners to create an integrated product ecosystem that supports seamless customer connections.Work closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, influence strategic decisions and align product priorities with our wider business goals.Champion improvements to the technology supporting field teams, including workforce management, scheduling and metering, helping our people and partners deliver a better customer experience.Drive continuous improvement through customer insight, experimentation and data-led decision-making, ensuring our products evolve with changing customer needs and the future of energy.Are we the perfect match?You have significant product management experience in a technology-driven or SaaS environment, with a proven track record of leading complex products or portfolios and delivering commercial results.You’re a strategic thinker who can translate customer and business insights into clear product visions, roadmaps and priorities that deliver long-term value.You’re an experienced people leader who knows how to coach and develop talent, build empowered teams and create a culture of trust, collaboration and psychological safety.You’re confident influencing at Director and C-suite level, building strong relationships across diverse teams and communicating complex ideas with clarity and purpose.You have a degree or equivalent experience, alongside a strong understanding of technology, product transformation and agile ways of working.It would be great if you hadExperience with field scheduling, workforce management or metering technologies, particularly in operationally complex environments.Experience developing products that support field-based teams, external partners and end-to-end customer connection journeys.A track record of managing complex product portfolios spanning in-house software, SaaS platforms and third-party technology solutions.Experience building strategic partnerships with technology providers to accelerate innovation, improve operational efficiency and deliver competitive advantage.A passion for emerging technologies and continuous improvement, with experience leading product transformation and helping organisations adapt to changing customer and business needs.Here’s what else you need to knowRole may close earlier due to high applications.12 Month Fixed Term ContractCompetitive salaryLocation – Nottingham or London - with travel between sites when required.Excellent parental leave allowance.Award-Winning Workplace - We’re proud to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and the Best Place to Work for 16–34-year-oldsOutstanding Benefits - Enjoy 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension, life cover, bonus opportunities and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savingsFlexible & Family-Friendly - Our industry-leading hybrid and family-friendly policies earned us double recognition at the Personnel Today Awards 2024 . We’re open to discussing how flexibility can work for youInclusive & Diverse - We’re the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers . We’re also proud winners of Best Employer for Women and Human Company of the Year —recognising our inclusive, people-first cultureSupport at Every Stage of Life - We’re Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accredited, with inclusive support for everyoneAccessible & Supportive - Do you consider yourself as having a disability? As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and will make any adjustments needed during the processInvested in Your Growth - From inclusive talent networks to top-tier development programmes, we’ll support your growth every step of the wayFor all successful candidates. Due to the nature of this role your employment will be subject to a basic DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) check being carried out by ourselves via a 3rd party service provider