Salary: £71,000 - 91,000 per year Requirements: Proven experience delivering large-scale education technology in Higher Education Strong expertise in accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA), user-centred design, and service design Experience driving product-led transformation and leading cross-functional teams Ability to influence senior stakeholders in complex or federated organisations Strong understanding of academic calendars, assessment cycles, and student-facing systems Responsibilities: Own the product vision and roadmap for systems including the Virtual Learning Environment, assessment platforms, and student records integrations Manage a significant multi-year budget Lead high-performing product and delivery teams Work closely with academic and professional services colleagues to ensure our digital tools meet both operational needs and strategic priorities Maintain delivery momentum while shaping new ways of working Technologies: Support More: We are Hays Technology, seeking an experienced Head of Product to lead our Education product portfolio, focusing on delivering a digital learning environment that supports teaching and student success. This strategic role is based in Sheffield, offering hybrid working options. In addition to a competitive salary ranging from £71,566 to £90,603 depending on experience, we provide 41 days of annual leave, a generous pension scheme, extensive family-friendly and wellbeing support, and opportunities for professional development. last updated 9 week of 2026