Product Manager - JBS Executive Education (JBSEEL)

Telfer Partner; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job description

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JBS Executive Education (JBSEEL) is a wholly owned by the University of Cambridge and based within Cambridge Judge Business School. JBSEEL are looking for an experienced Product Manager to lead the development, management and enhancement of Executive Education programmes. This role, reporting to the Director of Marketing, involves shaping innovative learning experiences that meet the evolving needs of executives and organisations. The ideal candidate will leverage market insights, strategic thinking, and collaboration with corporate partners and academic experts to create impactful, high-quality programmes. If you have a passion for lifelong learning, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to drive product development in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

Industry: Executive Education

Function: Product Management

Duration: Full Time

Type: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Product Manager: Key responsibilities

• Define clear programme specifications based on market insights, ensuring content aligns with industry needs and executive challenges. Provide Learning Designers with structured guidance on learning outcomes, format, and delivery methods while collaborating with faculty, industry experts, and other stakeholders to integrate relevant expertise, case studies, and best practices for an engaging and impactful learning experience.
• Identify key executive segments, their skill gaps, and learning needs through surveys and interviews.
• Track emerging leadership, business, and technology trends to ensure programme relevance.
• Analyse competitor offerings to identify market gaps and opportunities for differentiation in new product development.
• Review industry reports to highlight in-demand executive skills and emerging business needs to inform product development.
• Engage with corporate clients and past participants to align programmes with real-world business challenges.
• Oversee the lifecycle of existing programmes, ensuring continued relevance and alignment with industry trends.
• Monitor advancements in learning technologies and instructional design best practices.
• Ensure programme compliance with relevant accreditation and certification standards.
• Lead the development of new programme formats.
• Incorporate the latest teaching methodologies and technology to enhance the executive participant experience.
• Monitor programme development budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and cost efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key corporate clients.

Product Manager: Skills/experience

• Graduate-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in product development/management and sales enablement, ideally 5+ years.
• Knowledge of the UK higher education and corporate learning sectors is desirable, particularly university-led executive education programmes.
• Understanding of key markets and trends with enthusiasm for innovation and new technology, ideally in the executive education sector.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with corporate and academic stakeholders.
• Strong ability to take initiative and drive projects forward.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Sound commercial judgement and financial management expertise.
• Exceptional planning and organisational skills.
• Strong strategic thinking abilities.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Proficiency in data analytics to support decision-making.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and leadership development.
• Highly articulate with effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team.

A salary range of £55,000 - 65,000 and excellent benefits package is offered.

How to apply

To apply for this position, click on the Apply Now button below or send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail] quoting the reference TP 915.

When applying, please upload your CV and cover letter which clearly sets out how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification (the knowledge, skills, and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to interview based upon these criteria.