Aqa
Education
ProductManager
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“Product Manager at Aqa. Skills: Product vision, Product strategy, Roadmap development. Define and communicate a compelling product vision. Translate strategic objectives into actionable roadmap”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver impactful, future-ready solutions that customers love to use; Ensure delivery remains aligned to the broader product portfolio; Ensure execution aligns with strategic intent and customer value
Industry & Context.
analytical and problem-solving skills; data-informed approach to decision-making
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Product management experience, managing products end-to-end across the full lifecycle, Experience overseeing significant products or programmes, ideally with budgets of £1 million or more, Proven ability to manage multiple products—and/or guide Product Owners—within a broader portfolio, stakeholder management skills, able to flex communication style for technical and non-technical audiences, Ability to translate complex technical solutions into clear, accessible language for diverse stakeholders
Nice to Have
Knowledge of Ed Tech and the education landscape would be advantageous
What You'll Do.
Define and communicate a compelling product vision
Translate strategic objectives into actionable roadmap
market research and insight-driven activities
Champion responsible innovation
Collaborate closely with Product Owners
Ensure delivery remains aligned to portfolio
Define and communicate a compelling product vision and long-term strategy
Translate strategic objectives into an actionable roadmap
market research and insight-driven activities
Identify and explore new market opportunities
Collaborate with Product Owners to ensure execution
Lead discovery efforts
including market research
Make informed trade-offs between short-term priorities
Act as a thought leader and advocate for innovation
Monitor product performance and iterate based on feedback
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate closely with Product Owners; Align diverse perspectives
Communication Scope
stakeholder management skills; Ability to translate complex technical solutions into clear, accessible language
Process & Methodology
Translating strategic objectives into an actionable roadmap
Full Job Description
**At AQA, we’re committed to advancing education and we’re committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it’s our people who make this happen.** **Product Manager** **12-month Fixed Term Contract Manchester: £68,987 - £78,832 ** **Milton Keynes: £71,832 - £82,082** **Hybrid – 2 x days a week in the office** **Introduction** You’ll join AQA at a pivotal moment as we redefine the future of digital assessment at national scale. As part of a world‑leading education organisation, the work you lead will underpin mission‑critical systems that support GCSEs and A‑levels across the country. You’ll join a rapidly growing Assessment Technology function during a period of genuine transformation, where your leadership will help shape modern, resilient and accessible digital assessment solutions for years to come. This is an opportunity to drive change with real impact, influencing how teachers, schools and learners experience assessment across the UK. **Purpose of the role** You’ll play a pivotal leadership role in defining the vision, strategy and long‑term roadmap for a portfolio of Assessment and Ed‑Tech products. Working at the intersection of user needs, organisational strategy and technical feasibility, you’ll set the direction for future‑ready, innovative solutions that reflect AQA’s mission to support learners of all abilities. You’ll guide discovery activities, interpret market trends, and champion responsible innovation—including ethical, purposeful use of AI. You’ll also collaborate closely with Product Owners, providing clear strategic intent and ensuring delivery remains aligned to the broader product portfolio. **Key responsibilities** In this role, you'll be responsible for: • Defining and communicating a compelling product vision and long‑term strategy that inspires teams and stakeholders. • Translating strategic objectives into an actionable roadmap that balances ambition,
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