Job Details
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Product to lead our product management team and drive the development and execution of our software product strategy.
Sector: Insurance & Finance Specialisation: AI, Data, Software Reports To: Chief Product Officer Location: Stockport (Hybrid, 2 days a week)
As Head of Product, you will be responsible for delivering the product vision, roadmap, and lifecycle, driving the strategy, development, and success of our AI, data, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and user-centric software products that exceed market expectations.
The role would holistically oversee the product portfolio, which will include multiple products at different stages of their lifecycles. They will contribute to and implement CDL’s product strategy decisions about product launches, investments, and potential integrations. They will also contribution to the financial success of CDL’s product portfolio.This role will Represent the Product Manager function at the Senior Management Team (SMT) and provide a clear line of sight through all tiers of CDL.
SMT You will join our dynamic team as a key player along with the department heads in bringing CDL's strategic vision to life! We’re seeking a senior management professional who will be instrumental in transforming our company’s strategy into tangible results, with a particular focus on product management strategy. Your mission will be to set clear objectives, lead dedicated teams towards achieving them, and ensure seamless coordination across all departments, including the pivotal product development sector.As a strategic leader, you’ll tackle complex challenges, capitalise on opportunities, and solve critical issues to propel our business forward. Your expertise will be vital in driving change, expanding our market presence, and forging valuable partnerships that resonate with our long-term goals. In the realm of product management, you will craft a vision for product development, aligning product roadmaps with market demands and ensuring our offerings exceed customer expectations.You’ll oversee the strategic planning process, allocate resources effectively, and proactively address potential roadblocks. Your guidance will be the compass that steers CDL from the drawing board to market success, embodying our strategic ambitions and fostering enduring growth and market leadership. Your role in product strategy will be to champion innovation, guiding CDL's product development from ideation to launch, and ensuring our products not only meet the current market trends but also set new benchmarks for quality and innovation.
Why Join Us?
Innovative Environment: Work with a team of forward-thinking professionals dedicated to technological advancement.
Company Growth: Opportunity to shape the future of our product offerings and make a significant impact on the industry.
Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and benefits package.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional life.
About CDL
CDL is one of the UK’s leading software development houses, employing over 600 people at its campus in Stockport. It has a consistent history in the high-volume retail insurance sector. CDL has spearheaded developments in the aggregator, web and telematics space, including connected home, enrichment and self-service solutions. As a result, the company’s robust and innovative technologies have enabled its customers to thrive in the highly competitive UK insurance marketplace.We have built a collaborative and creative culture where we employ agile techniques to deliver our pace-setting applications. We pride ourselves on cultivating an inspiring working environment with our employees at the heart of our company.
In a nutshell we are the market leading software house in our industry, creating the software, websites & apps for the Insurance & Finance sector across the UK. If you were to go on a price comparison website, approximately 65% of the companies on there are our clients! Department Product Owners Employment Type Permanent - Full Time Location North West UK - Hybrid Workplace type Hybrid This role's hiring manager: Jed Shaw
Product Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive product strategy that aligns with the company's overall business goals and vision
Product Roadmap: Create and maintain a product roadmap outlining prioritised features, releases, and timelines, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer feedback.
This role will operate CDL’s prioritisation system translating the vision into a set of processes that work with all counterparts on the SMT, e.g.,
o Consistent implementation across CDL and use of the Ops Model
o Contribute to effective delivery working closely with Software Engineering
o Define how ideas / initiatives are raised both within CDL and from the clients
Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from conception and development to launch and post-release optimisation.
Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the product management team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success teams to ensure seamless product development and launch.
Market Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and inform product decisions.
Customer Insights: Gather and analyse customer feedback to understand their needs and pain points, incorporating insights into product development.
Product Launch & Marketing: Collaborate with marketing to develop effective go-to-market strategies and launch plans for new products and features.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilise data analytics to track product performance, measure key metrics, and make informed decisions.
Innovation: Stay ahead of industry trends, leveraging AI and data to drive product innovation and differentiation.
Define Product Requirements and User Experience: This role will work with stakeholders (engineers, designers, marketing) to define product requirements and ensure a user-centric approach to product development. They ensure the product addresses user needs and delivers a positive user experience.
Metrics and Analysis: Define and track product success metrics defining KPIs to measure product success and tracking progress against goals, e.g. user engagement, conversion rates, customer satisfaction, revenue growth.
Data-driven Decision Making to analyse product performance data to identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions about product features and future development.
Relevant degree or Industry Time served
Experience in the relevant industry/sector
Experience of leading strategies within AI, Software Development, Data
Hybrid Working (2 Days a Week in the office)
Truly flexible working.
25 days holiday to start, increasing by 1 day per 1 year of service up to 30 days.
Top employer for 8th year running
Excellent training and development platform
Opportunities for career progression
Health and Wellbeing programme
Virtual activities, lunch and learns, coffee mornings and meetups.
Life and health assurance
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Established Recognition Award System
Great Parental Benefits
Diversity and Inclusion network
Pension scheme
Community projects and volunteer days
Refer a friend bonus
Campus Benefits:On-site free parking
Open plan modern offices
Quiet Spaces are also available
Shuttle bus to and from the station
Subsidised restaurant
Games room and chill out zone
Annual Hackathon & Deep Racer Events
Social activities, regular social events through our social group Xtra, including a summer BBQ, competitions, bowling, go-karting, football games, Winter party and much more!
Car wash, barber, yoga classes, boot camp and massage services all on site
Cycle to work scheme
Shower and dry rooms
Diversity and inclusion
We’re on a journey to keep innovating, that means welcoming new ideas and ways of thinking.
CDL recognises that building a diverse workforce is critical to the success of our business. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool and welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements and workplace adjustments with all our applicants.
Sector: Insurance & Finance Specialisation: AI, Data, Software Reports To: Chief Product Officer Location: Stockport (Hybrid, 2 days a week)
As Head of Product, you will be responsible for delivering the product vision, roadmap, and lifecycle, driving the strategy, development, and success of our AI, data, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and user-centric software products that exceed market expectations.
The role would holistically oversee the product portfolio, which will include multiple products at different stages of their lifecycles. They will contribute to and implement CDL’s product strategy decisions about product launches, investments, and potential integrations. They will also contribution to the financial success of CDL’s product portfolio.This role will Represent the Product Manager function at the Senior Management Team (SMT) and provide a clear line of sight through all tiers of CDL.
SMT You will join our dynamic team as a key player along with the department heads in bringing CDL's strategic vision to life! We’re seeking a senior management professional who will be instrumental in transforming our company’s strategy into tangible results, with a particular focus on product management strategy. Your mission will be to set clear objectives, lead dedicated teams towards achieving them, and ensure seamless coordination across all departments, including the pivotal product development sector.As a strategic leader, you’ll tackle complex challenges, capitalise on opportunities, and solve critical issues to propel our business forward. Your expertise will be vital in driving change, expanding our market presence, and forging valuable partnerships that resonate with our long-term goals. In the realm of product management, you will craft a vision for product development, aligning product roadmaps with market demands and ensuring our offerings exceed customer expectations.You’ll oversee the strategic planning process, allocate resources effectively, and proactively address potential roadblocks. Your guidance will be the compass that steers CDL from the drawing board to market success, embodying our strategic ambitions and fostering enduring growth and market leadership. Your role in product strategy will be to champion innovation, guiding CDL's product development from ideation to launch, and ensuring our products not only meet the current market trends but also set new benchmarks for quality and innovation.
Why Join Us?
CDL is one of the UK’s leading software development houses, employing over 600 people at its campus in Stockport. It has a consistent history in the high-volume retail insurance sector. CDL has spearheaded developments in the aggregator, web and telematics space, including connected home, enrichment and self-service solutions. As a result, the company’s robust and innovative technologies have enabled its customers to thrive in the highly competitive UK insurance marketplace.We have built a collaborative and creative culture where we employ agile techniques to deliver our pace-setting applications. We pride ourselves on cultivating an inspiring working environment with our employees at the heart of our company.
In a nutshell we are the market leading software house in our industry, creating the software, websites & apps for the Insurance & Finance sector across the UK. If you were to go on a price comparison website, approximately 65% of the companies on there are our clients! Department Product Owners Employment Type Permanent - Full Time Location North West UK - Hybrid Workplace type Hybrid This role's hiring manager: Jed Shaw
Key Responsibilities
This role will operate CDL’s prioritisation system translating the vision into a set of processes that work with all counterparts on the SMT, e.g.,
o Consistent implementation across CDL and use of the Ops Model
o Contribute to effective delivery working closely with Software Engineering
o Define how ideas / initiatives are raised both within CDL and from the clients
Data-driven Decision Making to analyse product performance data to identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions about product features and future development.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Preferred Qualifications:Benefits
We’re on a journey to keep innovating, that means welcoming new ideas and ways of thinking.
CDL recognises that building a diverse workforce is critical to the success of our business. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool and welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements and workplace adjustments with all our applicants.
About CDL Software
The UKs biggest insurance retailers rely on CDLs trend setting solutions to drive success and growth. Our ambition and commitment has produced a track record of delivering exactly that. The result is a client base that includes some of the most profitable insurance operations in the UK.