Overview
Product Manager – Scotland at Bromcom. Bromcom is a dynamic provider of school information management systems (MIS) and education technology solutions for schools, academies and Local Authorities across the UK. This role focuses on developing and adapting Bromcom’s product strategy specifically for the Scottish education market, requiring a strong understanding of the Scottish education system, its curriculum, policy landscape, and regulatory requirements.
This role will define, plan, and execute the product strategy for several products within the Bromcom product suite, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs and drive the company’s success.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and articulate a clear product strategy aligned with the company’s goals and the specific requirements of the Scottish education sector.
* Build a deep understanding of the Scottish education system, including Curriculum for Excellence, Education Scotland frameworks, and local authority processes to meet schools’ needs.
* Conduct competitor analysis and stay informed about other MIS providers in Scotland (e.g., SEEMiS) to differentiate Bromcom’s offerings.
* Create and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap based on business priorities and Scottish market demands.
* Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, customer services, and sales to ensure alignment throughout the product development lifecycle.
* Define and monitor key product metrics to assess performance and user engagement; use data to drive decisions and continuous improvement.
* Provide regular updates to stakeholders on product development progress, milestones, and upcoming releases.
* Build awareness and excitement around the product internally and externally.
* Lead and mentor a Product Management team; share insights, best practices, frameworks, and industry trends.
* Offer feedback on performance and help colleagues navigate challenges; demonstrate leadership, professionalism, and commitment to excellence.
Qualifications/Experience
Essential — Direct knowledge of the Scottish education system and awareness of competitor MIS products in Scotland.
* You should have a passion for building the best products with a strong consumer focus and commercial awareness to identify opportunities that meet current and future customer needs.
* Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a relevant field is desirable.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams at all levels.
* Significant product management experience, preferably in education resources, with understanding of the UK education market trends.
* Proven experience (3+ years) in product management with a track record of successful product launches.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
* Experience with agile development methodologies.
* Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple products/tasks.
* Highly organised with a track record of delivering against targets and deadlines.
* Resilient, adaptable, and calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Application
* Interested candidates who have direct knowledge of the Scottish education system but don’t necessarily meet all requirements should apply with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and why they are a good fit for the role.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Product Management and Marketing
Industries
* Software Development
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