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Are you ready to lead impactful product strategies in a dynamic university environment?
Join The Open University as a Senior Product Manager and help shape the future of digital learning and services at the UK’s largest university.
About the Role
We’re looking for a strategic and experienced Senior Product Manager to lead the development and optimisation of digital products that support our students, staff, and stakeholders. You’ll work within a cross‑functional team to define product vision, drive innovation, and ensure delivery aligns with user needs and institutional goals.
What You’ll Do
* Lead product strategy and roadmap development for key digital services and platforms.
* Collaborate with UX designers, developers, and stakeholders to deliver user‑centred solutions.
* Use data and research to inform product decisions and prioritisation.
* Manage product lifecycle from discovery through delivery and continuous improvement.
* Champion agile methodologies and foster a culture of experimentation and iteration.
* Communicate product vision and progress to senior leadership and wider teams.
Who We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in product management, ideally within education, public sector, or digital services.
* Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
* Experience working in agile environments with cross‑functional teams.
* Comfortable using data and user insights to drive decisions.
* Passionate about delivering meaningful digital experiences that support learning and inclusion.
Why Join The Open University?
At The Open University, we’re proud to be pioneers in accessible education and digital innovation. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact across our academic and operational landscape.
Our benefits include:
* 33 days annual leave, on top of bank holidays and a three‑day Christmas closure period
* Access to a leading pension scheme for UK higher education with generous employer contributions
* Staff Fee Waivers for OU study, meaning you could earn a degree for free
* Flexible working and family friendly policies
* Discounts, wellbeing support, and development opportunities
Ready to make an impact?
* Apply now and help us deliver innovative products that empower learners everywhere at one of the UK’s most respected institutions.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Product Management, Project Management, and Information Technology
Industries
Higher Education
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