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Head of Product Job Description

We have crafted a series of job description examples for a variety of digital roles.

Very often, in-house recruiters and HR departments ask us to help them write their job descriptions, and since this aspect of our recruitment service is very useful to them, we’ve realised that this could be useful to others too, so we have provided a list of job descriptions here.

With more than 20 years of experience in digital and technology recruitment and having placed thousands of candidates in Ireland and across Europe, we understand the value of a compelling job description, so we hope that these examples will help you in your search for a digital or technology professional; please feel free to use and edit to as per your specific needs and preferences.

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Example of Head of Product Job Description

Introduction:

  • Company overview: Founding vision, current state of affairs, size, relevant stats. 
  • Role mission: Goals, team, and resources to make it happen. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  •  Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy aligned with company objectives.
  • Lead and manage a team to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget constraints.
  •  Define product requirements based on customer feedback, market analysis, and industry trends.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and sales, to ensure product success.
  •  Drive innovation by staying current with industry trends and incorporating new ideas into the product roadmap.
  •  Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess product performance and make data-driven decisions.
  •  Manage product budgets, resource allocation, and financial planning.
  •  Foster a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement within the product team.
  •  Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on product-related matters.
  •  Represent the company externally as a thought leader at industry events, conferences, and with key stakeholders.
  •  Ensure all products comply with relevant regulatory requirements and standards
  •  Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders.
  • Oversee product launches, including go-to-market strategies, and ensure successful execution.
  •  Develop and mentor talent within the product organization to build a high-performing team.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

  •  Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or equivalent is a plus.
  • Proven track record of developing and launching successful tech-driven products.
  •  Strong strategic thinking and decision-making abilities.
  •  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  •  Experience leading cross-functional teams and fostering innovation.
  •  Deep understanding of market dynamics and customer needs.
  • Proficiency in agile methodologies and product management tools.
  •  Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making.
  •  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
  •  Leadership and mentorship capabilities.

Nice to Have:

  •  Experience scaling products and teams in high-growth environments.
  •  Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or relevant certifications.
  •  Success in developing and executing go-to-market strategies.
  •  Knowledge of emerging technologies and industry trends.
  •  Experience with cross-functional and global teams.
  •  Strong relationships with customers and partners.
  • Experience with mergers, acquisitions, and integration.
  • Involvement in industry organizations or thought leadership.
  •  Experience with regulatory compliance and standards.
  • Familiarity with product analytics and data-driven decision-making.
  •  Ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve goals.
  •  Experience with remote or distributed teams.
  •  Proficiency in additional languages.

BENEFITS:

  • Salary
  • Working arrangement: (Hybrid, Remote, Office)
  • Perks

CTA (CALL TO ACTION):

We are accepting applications until the end of *MONTH*. We’ll be delighted to meet you for a first interview with *NAME*, our hiring manager.

If you are looking for roles that are more marketing specific, you can check the Product Manager Job Description

If you would like to view 2024 salaries for Product Design Leads or Head of Products, check our Product Salaries. Or you can download our acclaimed Prosperity Digital Salary Survey to be on top of current salaries for the digital sector.

Writing a job spec is the first phase of the hiring process at any given company, we love to help companies do this in an effective way so we've put together a post where we explain our secrets for a well structured hiring process and how to make it more efficient.