Job reference: P2415

Head of Product

To thrive in the changing and fast-paced nature of a tech start-up, you will need to be adaptable, able to pivot quickly and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Understanding the technology and products we offer is critical - you should be able to grasp complex technical concepts and communicate them effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Key competencies for this role are:

  • Demonstrated success of delivering 2+ products from inception to market success in the B2B SAAS sector
  • Experience of working in SME, start-up companies
  • Core knowledge of key product-related functions, including product marketing and sales processes
  • Agile development process experience Software development and programming skills in Python also a benefit.

Design & implement the overall product strategy & roadmap:

  • Working with the leadership team, define the product strategy aligned to the company vision
  • Create and maintain a product roadmap that supports the digiLab strategy and business objectives.
  • Manage scoping and associated delivery timelines to maintain delivery schedule for MVPs and iterations

Contribute to the short- and long-term strategy definition:

  • Support and contribute to the definition and implementation of a comprehensive go-to-market strategy, including defining the product proposition; determining the positioning of the product in the market; developing a pricing strategy that reflects the product value; identifying the most effective distribution channels and developing a comprehensive plan for product launch.

Oversee the end-to-end product development lifecycle:

  • Execute the roadmaps to support product development and software engineering teams to deliver on release targets.
  • Continuously review the product development lifecycle, and refine & establish effective Product Management tools, systems & processes in line with industry practice.
  • Develop & maintain our product KPI metrics to measure & guide product success.

Build and lead a high-performing Product team:

  • Develop the hiring plan for the Product team and contribute to the hiring process for new Product team members
  • Manage the Product team, including setting objectives, annual performance reviews, work allocations, and individual training and development.
  • Lead the Product teams work on design & specification of new products, features and functionalities, and the work to support Product Development in delivering those solutions.

Support Product Marketing:

  • Help to develop and execute comprehensive product marketing strategies aligned with company goals and objectives
  • Contribute to the definition of clear and compelling value propositions for digiLabs products (primarily twinLab) and contribute to the creation of high-quality marketing material
  • Advise on go-to-market strategies for new product features and updates, and assist with planning and execution of product launches.
  • Assist with product & brand messaging that resonates with digiLabs target audiences

We offer a range of additional benefits, including:

4 day working week Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) scheme BUPA private health care (via salary sacrifice)

digiLab has implemented a discretionary EMI scheme in the company. Employees may be eligible for this scheme subject to seniority (and, if eligible, once they have been in the company for a year).

Minimum of 3 days on-site working for this role

To register your interest in this position, email your C.V. and covering letter to careers@digilab.co.uk and quote the job reference humber: P2415.