Head of Product Management at Leading Software Company

TN United Kingdom; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading software company as the Head of Product Management, where you will shape the future of innovative AI and data-driven products. In this strategic leadership role, you will guide a talented team, develop comprehensive product strategies, and ensure alignment with market demands. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the insurance and finance sector, driving change and fostering growth in a collaborative environment. Embrace the chance to make a significant impact while enjoying flexible working arrangements and a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Health & wellbeing programs

Flexible working arrangements

On-site parking

Modern offices

Leisure facilities

Social activities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product management and strategy development.
• Strong understanding of AI and data-driven product innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product management team and drive product strategy.
• Oversee product lifecycle from conception to post-launch optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centric products.

Skills

Product Management

AI

Data Analysis

Software Development

Team Leadership

Market Research

Education

Relevant degree

Industry experience

Job description

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Head of Product Management at Leading Software Company, North West UK -

Client: CDL Software

Location: North West UK

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b43e72ab5898

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Product to lead our product management team and drive the development and execution of our software product strategy.

Sector: Insurance & Finance

Specialisation: AI, Data, Software

Reports To: Chief Product Officer

Location: Stockport (Hybrid, 2 days a week)

As Head of Product, you will be responsible for delivering the product vision, roadmap, and lifecycle, driving strategy, development, and success of our AI and data products, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, user-centric software products that exceed market expectations.

The role involves overseeing the entire product portfolio, including multiple products at different lifecycle stages. You will contribute to CDL’s product strategy regarding launches, investments, and integrations, and contribute to the financial success of the portfolio. You will represent the Product Management function at the Senior Management Team (SMT), providing strategic oversight and leadership.

Join our dynamic team as a key player in realizing CDL's strategic vision! We seek a senior management professional who can transform strategy into tangible results, focusing on product management strategy. Your role will include setting objectives, leading teams, and coordinating across departments, especially in product development.

In this strategic leadership role, you will address complex challenges, capitalize on opportunities, and solve critical issues to propel our business forward. Your expertise will be vital in driving change, expanding market presence, and forging partnerships. You will craft a vision for product development, align roadmaps with market demands, and ensure offerings surpass customer expectations. You will oversee strategic planning, resource allocation, and proactively address potential roadblocks, embodying our ambitions and fostering growth and market leadership. Your role in product strategy will be to champion innovation, guiding products from ideation to launch, setting new benchmarks for quality and innovation.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Environment: Work with forward-thinking professionals dedicated to technological advancement.
• Company Growth: Shape the future of our products and impact the industry.
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and benefits.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements.

About CDL

CDL is one of the UK’s leading software development companies, employing over 600 staff in Stockport. With a strong presence in retail insurance, CDL has pioneered developments in aggregators, web, telematics, connected home, enrichment, and self-service solutions. Our innovative technologies enable clients to thrive in the competitive UK insurance marketplace. We foster a collaborative, agile, and inspiring work environment.

We are the market leader in our industry, creating software, websites, and apps for the Insurance & Finance sector across the UK. Approximately 65% of companies on price comparison websites are our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy aligned with business goals.
• Product Roadmap: Create and maintain a roadmap with prioritized features and timelines, ensuring market and customer alignment. Operate CDL’s prioritization system, translating vision into effective processes, collaborating with SMT and engineering teams.
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee products from conception to post-launch optimization.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the product management team, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success teams.
• Market Research & Analysis: Conduct research to identify opportunities and inform decisions.
• Customer Insights: Gather and analyze feedback to understand needs and pain points.
• Product Launch & Marketing: Collaborate on go-to-market strategies and launch plans.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Use analytics to track performance and inform future development.
• Innovation: Leverage AI and data to drive product innovation.
• Define Product Requirements & User Experience: Work with stakeholders to ensure user-centric development.
• Metrics & Analysis: Define KPIs, track success, and analyze performance for improvements.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant degree or industry experience
• Experience in AI, Software Development, Data sectors

Benefits

• Hybrid working (2 days/week in-office)
• Flexible working arrangements
• 25 days holiday, increasing with service
• Health & wellbeing programs, social activities, and more

Campus Benefits

• On-site parking, modern offices, leisure facilities, events, and schemes

Diversity & Inclusion

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to flexible working and workplace adjustments.

About CDL Software

CDL’s solutions power the UK’s leading insurance retailers, with a client base including many profitable insurance companies. We are committed to innovation and success in the industry.