Product Manager PRINCE2

Contract type
Ongoing
Work mode
Remote · Netherlands
Experience
Mid-level · 3+ years

Job description

Product Manager for the PRINCE2 portfolio of Best Practice at PeopleCert, responsible for day-to-day management of key products including certifications, official publications and learning materials, and for developing compelling propositions for globally recognised PRINCE2 products.

At a glance

Work mode
Remote · Netherlands
Languages
English – C2

What you'll do

  • Contribute to the product vision and strategy, and develop and maintain the roadmap for your product set
  • Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape that will inform the product strategy
  • Track agreed product goals and KPIs, and recommend actions to improve performance
  • Monitor and analyze product performance, making data-driven recommendations to optimize and enhance your products
  • Prioritise maintenance and improvement activities for your in-market products, to ensure continued relevance and positive customer experience
  • Work proactively and collaboratively with teams across the business to ensure all aspects of product development, launch and in-market support are considered early in the business case and product design phase
  • Support the successful development and launch of new or updated products
  • Participate in all aspects of Product design, including: persona development; full end-to-end user journeys; service blueprints; key content and technical specifications
  • Design and manage the testing strategy for all products in development, to ensure they are consistently meeting the needs of our target audiences
  • Contribute key elements to the go-to-market plans developed by Marketing, including positioning, key messaging and more
  • Contribute to pricing proposals for your product set by providing market, competitor and partner insight, and supporting the relevant internal teams in pricing decisions
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to secure buy-in and understanding of the product vision

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or related field
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Product Manager or Product Owner role in one of the following sectors: education, training, professional qualifications (e.g. ACA / CIPD etc.)
  • Knowledge of PeopleCert best practices and ideally familiar with PRINCE2 or other similar PPM (project, programme and portfolio) certification products
  • Proven track record of managing multiple products and delivering successful outcomes
  • Demonstrable experience of managing products through their whole lifecycle
  • Familiarity with all elements of product development, from discovery to delivery
  • Proven ability to evaluate product feedback objectively, and propose solutions to address business needs
  • Strong business/commercial acumen
  • Excellent people and management skills to interact with colleagues, cross-functional teams, and third parties around the world
  • Problem-solving and analytical capabilities
  • Excellent command of the English language (C2 level certification desired; LanguageCert C2 LTE or C2 IESOL a plus)
  • Advanced computer literacy required; ECDL Advanced certification desirable

Nice to have

  • Prior exposure in Education, Consulting, Examination/Certification, or Technology sectors will be considered an asset
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics CRM or equivalent software will be considered an added advantage

Benefits

  • The opportunity to shape globally recognized frameworks used by professionals around the world
  • A collaborative, high-impact international team and a purpose-driven working culture
  • Flexible working conditions (location and hours)
  • Two free vouchers for all certifications from PeopleCert's Portfolio per year for all employees
  • Competitive compensation and personal development opportunities
  • A global network of professionals and subject matter experts

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About PeopleCert

The global leader in the assessment and certification of professional skills industry

PeopleCert is a global leader in assessment and certification of professional skills, partnering with multi-national organizations and government bodies for the development & delivery of standardized exams. Delivering exams across 200 countries and in 25 languages over its state-of-the-art assessment technology, PeopleCert enables professionals to boost their careers and realize their life ambitions.

Key facts

  • Assessment and certification of professional skills
  • Presence in more than 200 countries worldwide
  • Delivers exams in 25 languages
  • Home of PRINCE2 Best Practice

What they value

  • Quality
  • Innovation
  • Passion
  • Integrity
  • Clarity
  • Velocity