Product & Design Manager Hybrid Remote, London, England
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Job title: Product & Design Manager Hybrid Remote, London, England
Company: EssenceMediacom
Job description: DescriptionPosition at EssenceMediacomROLE: Product ManagerAbout EssenceMediacomWe are a global communications agency leading with breakthrough thinking, building explosive growth for brands, and helping our clients see the bigger picture. Our daring global network of 10,000 influencers helps our clients breach traditional boundaries in media, uncover novel ideas, and unleash exponential growth. EssenceMediacom challenges conventional thinking to build, propel, and supercharge our clients’ businesses at scale and lead our industry in critical areas such as diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability.EssenceMediacom understands that our people are tasked with big goals: building breakthrough growth for brands and leading with breakthrough thinking in our industry. Our people are at the heart of this work because their ideas will enable us to decode the intersections of people, content, and technology to bring our aspirations to life. Our success is down to our eclectic, diverse, and talented people. EssenceMediacom is a place for us to grow our careers and expand our horizons. EssenceMediacom is committed to building an agency culture that supports our people, puts diversity at the forefront of our operations, and creates opportunity for all. This collective culture will be our “new power” where ideas are freely exchanged, and collaboration is actively encouraged in a place where you can innovate in our hyperconnected world.Although we cannot make guarantees, we welcome conversations about flexible working for all roles at EssenceMediacom London*Overview of Role:Product & Design ManagerWe’re looking for a Product & Design Manager to be the primary liaison for an AI-focused media project team. Your role would be helping to guarantee product relevance and utility both for the TCCC client and team members around the world.Organised and agile in your approach, you should have strong communication abilities, be proficient in digital media planning and analysis and prior success in dashboard creation is highly valued.We ask that you demonstrate understanding and experience of the below responsibilities:Market Research: Understand the market needs, customer pain points, and potential opportunities for AI solutions.Product Vision and Strategy: Define the vision and strategic direction for the AI product, including setting long-term goals.Roadmap Planning: Create and maintain a product roadmap that outlines key milestones and deliverables.Feature Specification: Work with stakeholders to define the features and requirements of the AI project.Data Strategy: Oversee the collection, processing, and use of data necessary for training and validating the AI model.Collaboration with Technical Teams: Work closely with data scientists, machine learning engineers, and software developers to build the prototype.User Experience Design: Ensure that the AI solution provides a seamless and intuitive user experience.Prototype Testing: Plan and oversee testing phases to validate the prototype’s functionality and performance.Feedback Integration: Incorporate feedback from users and stakeholders to iterate and improve the product.Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.Compliance and Ethics: Ensure that the AI project adheres to relevant regulations, ethical standards, and best practices for AI development.Budgeting and Resource Allocation: Manage the budget and resources allocated for the prototype development.Stakeholder Communication: Keep all stakeholders informed about the project’s progress and challenges.Go-to-Market Strategy: Plan and execute the launch strategy for the full product post-prototype phase.Performance Monitoring: Establish metrics to monitor the AI system’s performance and impact after deployment.Technical Skills:Understanding of AI and Machine Learning: Basic knowledge of AI principles, machine learning algorithms, and data science processes.Data Analysis: Ability to interpret and leverage data to make informed decisions.Technical Literacy: Familiarity with software development practices and the technologies used in AI development.User-Centric Design: Knowledge of user experience (UX) design principles to ensure the product is user-friendly.Project Management Tools: Proficiency in project management software (e.g., JIRA, Asana, Trello).Prototyping Tools: Familiarity with prototyping tools to create mockups and wireframes (e.g., Sketch, InVision).Analytics Tools: Experience with analytics and performance monitoring toolsSoft Skills:Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate a cross-functional team.Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate the product vision and rally support.Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate complex challenges.Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing technologies and market conditions.Empathy: Understanding user needs and concerns to build a user-centric AI product.Negotiation and Persuasion: Ability to negotiate with stakeholders and persuade them of the product’s value and direction.Time Management: Prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities.Decision-Making: Capacity to make informed decisions quickly, often with incomplete information.Teamwork: Collaborative spirit to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.Customer Focus: A strong focus on customer satisfaction and experience.What we can offer you:– Company pension scheme– Private medical insurance– 25 days holiday (increases with length of service)– Life assurance– Permanent health insurance– WPP share options scheme.– Discretionary bonus scheme– Free eyecare vouchers and money off glasses– Extensive training and development– Corporate gym memberships– Cycle to work scheme.– Interest-free travel loan– Free breakfast (cereal and fruit)– Smart shopper (online discount on a variety of products)Sounds good? We’d love to hear from you!
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Location: London
