Product Manager

British Red Cross; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading humanitarian organization in the UK is seeking a passionate Community Education Product Manager to lead the development of impactful education products. This role involves managing agile product development, collaborating with partners, and ensuring learner-centered design. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in product management, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to inclusive practices. This position offers flexibility in working arrangements and generous benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

36 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Career & learning opportunities

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Cycle2Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing education products through all stages of the product lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and working within scrum teams.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct line management.

Responsibilities

• Leading agile product development and facilitating daily scrum meetings with a cross-functional team.
• Using data and feedback to shape product decisions and identify opportunities for innovation.
• Collaborating with internal partners to ensure smooth implementation and optimisation of products.

Skills

Agile principles

Excellent communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Facilitation skills

Job description

Community Education Product Manager

Location: UK-Flexible (Hybrid)

Salary: £38,587 to £40,724 per annum

Hours: 35 per week

Contract: Permanent

Are you passionate about shaping inclusive education that empowers communities across the UK? Can you lead product innovation with empathy, insight, and collaboration at its heart?

As a Product Manager in our Community Education team, you’ll lead the development and continuous improvement of impactful education products that support people in times of crisis. Working within an agile scrum team and alongside cross-functional partners, you’ll ensure products are learner-centred, clinically valid, and educationally sound. You’ll use data, feedback, and lived experience to shape product decisions, manage lifecycles, and contribute to strategic direction. Collaboration is key—whether it’s with internal teams, external agencies, or communities themselves.

Ready to drive meaningful change through learner-centred design and agile development?

What will a day in the life of a Community Education Product Manager involve?

• Leading agile product development and facilitating daily scrum meetings with a cross-functional team.
• Using data and feedback to shape product decisions and identify opportunities for innovation.
• Collaborating with internal partners to ensure smooth implementation and optimisation of products.
• Working with content developers to create accurate, engaging, and learner-focused resources.
• Managing product roadmaps and sprint planning to keep development aligned with user needs.
• Building relationships with external experts and communities to co-produce meaningful education tools.

To be a successful Community Education Product Manager, what will you need?

• Proven experience managing education products through all stages of the product lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and working within scrum teams.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct line management.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with a focus on collaboration and inclusion.
• Sharp analytical thinking and the ability to use data to inform decisions and assess impact.
• Commitment to co-production and inclusive practice, especially with communities with lived experience.

Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Wednesday 15th October 2025. Interviews commencing Monday 27th October 2025.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Learning & Development: A range of career & learning opportunities.
• Discounts: Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Support: Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.

At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination.