Senior Product Manager (Cyber Security)

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

12/29/2024

Department: Product & Innovation

Location: Manchester (Head Office)

Compensation: £65,000 - £75,000 / year

Description

As the Senior Product Manager (Cyber Security), you will be responsible for managing our comprehensive portfolio of cyber security products and solutions. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and strategic product management skills to lead and ensure the success of our cyber security offerings. Given the critical importance of cyber security in today's telecommunications landscape, we recognise the need for a dedicated leader to oversee all existing products in this domain.

You will play a vital role in enhancing customer adoption and ensuring optimal product performance by introducing innovative security solutions and value-added services. On a day-to-day basis, you will work closely with sales, marketing, and technical teams to develop effective go-to-market strategies and maximise customer engagement.

Your insights and expertise will drive the continuous improvement of our cyber security products, ensuring they meet evolving customer needs and deliver exceptional value. If you are passionate about driving product growth, enhancing customer experiences, and staying at the forefront of industry trends, we invite you to join our team as the Senior Product Manager (Cyber Security).

Responsibilities

Product Strategy and Roadmap

• Develop and execute the cyber security product strategy and roadmap.


• Identify market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to inform product development.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align product strategy with company goals

Product Development

• Lead the end-to-end product development process, from ideation to launch.


• Engage and manage product vendors, contributing to strategic onboarding, management, and leveraging partnerships.


• Work closely with the wider teams within the business to develop and enhance cyber security products.


• Ensure products meet regulatory and compliance requirements.

Product Management

• Manage the entire product lifecycle, including planning, development, launch, and post-launch activities.


• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and drive continuous improvement.


• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on product performance and strategic initiatives.

Customer and Market Insights

• Conduct market research and gather customer feedback to identify opportunities for product enhancements and new product development.


• Develop strong relationships with key customers and partners to understand their security needs and challenges.


• Act as the voice of the customer within the organisation.

Sales and Marketing Support

• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop go-to-market strategies and sales enablement materials.


• Provide product training and support to sales teams to drive product adoption and revenue growth.


• Participate in customer presentations, trade shows, and industry events to promote our cyber security products.

Leadership and Mentorship

• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior product managers and team members.


• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the product team.


• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in cyber security technologies.

Requirements

Essential requirements

• Comprehensive technical knowledge of cyber security principles, products, and best practices.


• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing cyber security products.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Outstanding communication, social, and organisational skills.


• High degree of initiative and leadership, with the ability to engage teams and drive a product through its lifecycle.


• A proactive, "can-do" attitude, capable of managing challenges with ease.


• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, with excellent written and oral skills.


• Self-motivated and able to motivate others, demonstrating reliability and responsibility.

Desired requirements

• 3+ years of product management experience.


• Experience in the telecommunications industry.


• Proficiency in IT, with specific reference to Microsoft or Google suite of packages.


• Full driving licence, as travel may be required for the role.

What you’ll get in return

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  It's all about you - We believe that taking care of yourself is truly important and allows you to perform at your very best. Joining the Elevate Group, we will award you with your very own birthday off, day off to move house, £500 Wedding bonus + day off and £500 Baby bonus for those special life events! Roll on the good times!


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  Perks at work - Whether it be our Manchester (Northern Quarter) or Bristol office. Our offices are dog friendly, where we also hold free monthly breakfasts and team socials to celebrate and bring our people together!


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  Holidays - 25 days annual leave, along with Bank Holidays. If that's not enough, you also have the option to purchase 2 additional days per year!


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  Healthcare - Private Healthcare which can be for you and your family! Keeping everyone healthy and happy!


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  Gift Day - Christmas has come early as we award every colleague an Elevate Gift Day day giving you the chance to get your last minute prep done or to kick back and relax!


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  Pension/Life Assurance - We have a contributory pension scheme which is a salary sacrificed along with life assurance which is 4x your basic salary.


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  Wellbeing - You will have a paid leave day that is completely for you. The aim of the day is to look after your well-being. This day can be spent doing anything that makes you happy and relaxed, whether this is a duvet day, a spa day, walking in the fresh air, shopping, watching a box set or spending time with family - this is completely your choice

This is a terrific opportunity to join the Elevate team in the midst of a period of significant growth.