Senior Product Manager

Elsevier B.V.; Oxford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global information analytics company in the UK seeks an experienced Senior Product Manager to lead product strategy and execution. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience, a track record of successful product launches, and expertise in agile methodologies. This role offers a chance to work with cross-functional teams while driving impactful product outcomes in a dynamic environment. Generous benefits include a holiday allowance, health screening, wellbeing programs, and more.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Health screening

Private medical benefits

Wellbeing programs

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience owning and delivering product features or full products.
• Proven track record of launching products from concept to post-release management.
• Strong analytical skills; comfortable working with data even in ambiguous contexts.

Responsibilities

• Understand customer needs and market trends through direct engagement.
• Develop and own the short- and long-term roadmap for the product.
• Contribute to strategic planning and support commercial growth.

Skills

Product strategy

Agile methodologies

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

The Senior Product Manager will take full ownership of a product or a set of complex product features. This individual is responsible for crafting and executing a commercially successful product strategy, informed by both qualitative and quantitative customer insights. Operating with minimal supervision, the role involves leading cross-functional project execution and driving measurable product outcomes. They will build strong relationships with technology teams to identify and implement solutions that address customer needs. They will be recognised as a key stakeholder in evaluating and providing feedback on new feature proposals. Works in partnership with Technology to build prototypes and solve complex design challenges using agile methodologies. This position demands strategic thinking, a strong customer focus, and the ability to deliver impactful product solutions in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

1. Understands customer needs and market trends through direct engagement and analysis.
2. Liaises with stakeholders and users of the system to understand and prioritize requirements.
3. Develops and owns the short- and long-term roadmap for the product.
4. Aligns team efforts to deliver customer-centric solutions and segment-specific strategies.
5. Uses data and metrics to guide product decisions and measure impact.
6. Develops and executes go-to-market plans in collaboration with marketing and sales teams.
7. Creates clear product requirements and manages delivery across the full lifecycle.
8. Works in partnership with Technology to build prototypes and solve complex design challenges using agile methodologies.
9. Contributes to strategic planning and supports commercial growth through data insights.
10. Communicates product vision and roadmap aligned with business goals.
11. Requires 6-8 years of experience owning and delivering product features or full products.
12. Proven track record of launching products from concept to post-release management.
13. Strong analytical skills; comfortable working with data even in ambiguous contexts.
14. Experience engaging with customers to drive positive commercial outcomes.
15. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication.
16. Familiarity with software development lifecycle and agile practices.
17. Ability to write clear, actionable product documentation and business cases.
18. Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science or Engineering) is preferred but not required.

About Elsevier:

Elsevier is a global information analytics company that helps institutions and professionals progress science, advance healthcare, and improve performance for the benefit of humanity. We serve the research, academic, and clinical communities through technology and analytics applied to content. Our solutions bring together extensive Scientific, Technical, and Medical content, analytics, and technologies to support innovation and research.

We promote a healthy work/life balance and offer numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals to help meet your immediate responsibilities and long-term goals.

Benefits in the UK include:

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
• Health screening, eye care vouchers, and private medical benefits
• Wellbeing programs, Life Assurance, and a contributory pension scheme
• Share options, travel loan, Electric Vehicle Scheme, and dental insurance
• Maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
• Employee Assistance Programme and RECARES days
• Employee resource groups and extensive learning resources