Digital Head of Product - Manchester, United Kingdom - BT Group

BT Group

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Digital Head of Product (Active Intelligence / Etc.)

Job Req ID:27002
Posting Date:29 Nov 2023
Function:Product & Propositions
Location:Deansgate, Manchester, United Kingdom
Salary:Competitive, with great BT benefits.
About this role

Full time, 3 days a week together in our London or Manchester Digital Hub (with flexible 2 days wherever).

BT Active Intelligence provides real world analytics and insights that help customers understand the behaviour, movement and interests of the UK population. Blending one of the UK's largest data sets with cutting edge data science, we provide solutions for transport, finance, retail, real estate, and government sectors with a growing pipeline of new product initiatives under way.
We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Product Manager to lead our efforts in creating innovative products and customer solutions. You will play a pivotal role in defining and executing our product strategy within the location analytics sector. You will leverage telco data to develop marketleading products and solutions tailored to the unique needs of the sectors we work. Working closely with crossfunctional teams, you will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to launch and ongoing optimization.
If you thrive on challenge and are not intimidated by startups or scaleups, we invite you to apply.
Who are

Etc.

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We are Etc. The other stuff. The undefined. We create, accelerate, and amplify startups in new and emerging categories.
Our mission is to build products and services right now that work for the future, and ultimately, disrupt for good. Using agile, lean methodologies and zerotoone startup principles developed by our team of founders and innovators, our unique blend of product, design, technology, and customer experience is bolstered by BT's rich heritage to supercharge growth and take bold steps in new sectors.
We are fearless. We are customer obsessed. We let nothing get in our way, and together we believe that we have the power to change the world.
You'll have the following accountabilities
Product Strategy: Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy for location analytics solutions in the various sectors, aligned with business goals and market demands.
Market Research and customer discovery: Conduct indepth market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and competitive insights, shaping our product roadmap accordingly.
Product Roadmap: Define, prioritise, and manage the product roadmap, taking into account customer feedback, industry developments, and technology advancements.
Cross-

Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate closely with UX/UI, business analysts, engineering, data science, design, and sales teams to drive product development, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and business objectives.

Product Development: Lead the product development process, including defining user stories, wireframing, and collaborating with the engineering team to deliver highquality products on time and within budget.
User Experience: Champion usercentric design principles to ensure our products provide an exceptional user experience, focusing on ease of use and customer satisfaction.
Metrics and Analysis: Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and regularly analyse product metrics to make datadriven decisions, iterating on the product as necessary.
Product Launch: Plan and execute successful product launches, including marketing strategies, sales enablement/gotomarket plans, and customer training programs.
Customer Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, gathering feedback and insights to continuously improve our products.
Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed about relevant regulations and ensure product compliance, especially regarding data privacy and security.

You'll have the following skills & experience

Strong understanding of location analytics, telco data, and the transport sector.
Knowledge of the use of geospatial and weblog data would be an advantage.
Proven track record of bringing digital and datadriven products to market.
Experience working in digital startup/scaleup businesses.
Innovative, entrepreneurial, ability to multitask.
Strong understanding of customer needs and the ability to translate them into a technical solution
Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
Commercial financial modelling skills for new product validation
Bachelor's degree in a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred but not essential

Leadership accountabilities
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