Product Director - 2 year FTC

Carnival; Southampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cruise line company is seeking a Product Director to shape a seamless guest journey. You will provide strategic leadership, manage product vision, and collaborate cross-functionally. The ideal candidate has proven experience in product management, knowledge of composable architecture, and a certified Agile qualification. This full-time role offers a hybrid work model and attractive perks including employee discounts, an annual bonus, and comprehensive health insurance.

Benefits

Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers

Annual bonus

Car allowance

Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme

Employee‑led networks

Contributory Defined Contribution Pension scheme

Company paid private medical and dental insurance

Life Assurance

Employee Shares Plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product management and transformation within an enterprise organization.
• Knowledge of composable architecture and modern ecosystems.
• Experience launching native apps and managing large-scale commerce platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and product vision across platforms that underpin the guest journey.
• Own and communicate the strategic product roadmap and backlog to the business.
• Lead and coach a team of Product Managers/Owners.

Skills

Product management experience

Transformational leadership

Exceptional communication

Stakeholder engagement

Collaborative mindset

Education

Certified Agile qualification

Job description

At Carnival UK, we’re committed to delivering a connected, end-to-end guest journey that spans booking, onboard experiences, and beyond.

We are seeking a Product Director to shape this vision, ensuring our guests enjoy a truly integrated experience supported by innovative technology and product leadership.

Your focus will be on driving integration and creating a seamless experience from pre-cruise through onboard and shore environments. This includes transforming our web and commerce platforms to deliver a frictionless booking and purchasing experience.

As Product Director, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership and product vision across platforms that underpin the guest journey.
• Own and communicate the strategic product roadmap, vision, and backlog to the business and wider team.
• Lead and coach a team of Product Managers/Owners to deliver a centre of excellence for Product.
• Champion composable architecture principles and oversee the first‑ever launch of a native guest app.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to deliver exceptional results.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience in product management and transformation within a Enterprise Organisation
• Knowledge of composable architecture and modern ecosystems
• Experience launching native apps and managing large‑scale commerce platforms
• Certified Agile qualification (essential).
• Hands‑on leadership style with ability to inspire and coach teams.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Collaborative mindset and cultural fit: one team, one vision

Why Join Us?

Positioned within our internal structure from CUK15 (entry level) to CUK1 (Brand President), this role is classified as a CUK05, offered as a full‑time position, on a fixed‑term basis for 2 years, with an offering of hybrid work including up to two days from home.

We’re more than just a holiday company; we’re a community that values work‑life balance, personal growth, and wellbeing. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers
• Annual bonus
• Car allowance
• Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme
• Employee‑led networks
• Contributory Defined Contribution Pension scheme
• Company paid private medical and dental insurance and health assessment
• In‑house Occupational Health help and access to digital GP
• Life Assurance
• Employee Shares Plan
• Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes
• Discounted retail and leisure via discounts portal

Application Note:

Due to the high volume of interest in our roles, we encourage early applications. This is your chance to contribute to a company that’s setting the standard for holiday experiences. Apply today to be part of our journey to create joy and memories for our guests—and for you.

Don’t let this opportunity sail away. Join us in making holiday dreams come true while advancing your career to new horizons.

Recruitment Journey

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