Senior Product Manager (Digital) - 12 months contract

at  The Globe and Mail

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

The Globe and Mail is a national icon and one of Canada’s most recognized media brands. We proudly serve as a trusted destination for Canadians seeking the highest caliber of journalism, and we’ve garnered international acclaim for our data visualization, design, and creative storytelling.
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity by reflecting all Canadians in both the stories that we tell and the composition of our workforce. We are proud partners with organizations like Indigenous Works, Pride at Work, the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and we are a signatory of the BlackNorth Initiative. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, we offer flexible work arrangements and support programs. We also invest in our employees’ growth through training and mentorship opportunities, enabling you to expand your skills and embrace new challenges.
No matter your position at The Globe, you’ll be an integral part of an organization dedicated to making a positive difference in Canada. Join us.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Product Manager to lead our content discovery efforts within our digital platforms. In this role, you will be at the forefront of building user experiences that empower Canadians to explore stories that matter the most to them, anytime of day, on the go in the app, at work on their computer, or relaxing on their tablet. Partnered with a Product Designer, you will work closely with the newsroom as well as other cross-functional teams to ensure that our users can easily find, consume and engage with our award-winning journalism.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: 5+ years of product management experience, with a focus on content discovery, news media, personalization, audience engagement or related fields.
Leadership: Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects from concept to launch.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in data-driven decision-making and A/B testing.
User Focus: Deep understanding of user experience design principles and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences.
Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

VACCINATION POLICY:

All offers of employment with The Globe and Mail are conditional upon the candidate being Fully Vaccinated. To be Fully Vaccinated is defined as someone who has received the full series of a vaccine or a combination of vaccines accepted by the Government of Canada (currently Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Janssen) and has received the last dose at least 14 days prior to their start date. To prove they are Fully Vaccinated, all new hires will be required to provide evidence by emailing a copy of their vaccine dose administration receipt(s) to Human Resources prior to their start date. Those seeking exemption based on one or more of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code will need to provide their request for accommodation to Human Resources for approval. If the accommodation request is not approved and the candidate is not Fully Vaccinated, any offer of employment will be revoked.

Strategic Vision: Develop and drive the product vision and strategy for content discovery, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall goals and objectives.
User-Centric Design: Advocate for the user by understanding their needs, behaviors, and feedback. Create innovative solutions that improve content discovery and personalization.
Cross-Platform Alignment: Coordinate with development teams to align features, design, and functionality across different operating systems and devices (such as web, iOS, Android, and desktop). Prioritize and synchronize product releases, manage platform-specific challenges, and maintain a cohesive product vision that meets user needs irrespective of the platform.
Data-Driven Decisions: Utilize analytics and user insights to inform product decisions, measure success, and iterate on features to enhance user engagement and retention.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with engineering, design, editorial, revenue and marketing teams to deliver high-quality product features on time and within budget.
Market Analysis: Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor offerings, and emerging technologies to keep our content discovery features cutting-edge.
Roadmap Management: Define and prioritize the product roadmap, balancing short-term improvements with long-term strategic initiatives.
A/B Testing: Implement and manage A/B tests to validate hypotheses and ensure the effectiveness of new features and improvements.