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The Globe and Mail Senior Product Manager (Digital) - 12 months contract in Toronto, Ontario
Senior Product Manager (Digital) - 12 months contract
Digital, Data Science & IT, 351 King Street East,Suite 1600, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Req #296
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
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 areseekingan experienced and dynamic Senior Product Manager to lead our content discovery effortswithin our digital platforms. In this role, you will be at the forefront ofbuildinguser experiencesthat 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,orrelaxingon their tablet.Partnered with a Product Designer, you will work closely withthe newsroom as well as othercross-functional teams to ensure that our users can easily find,consumeandengage withour award-winning journalism.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Vision: Develop and drive the product vision and strategy for content discovery, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall goals andobjectives.
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, andmaintaina cohesive product vision that meets user needs irrespective of the platform.
Data-Driven Decisions: Utilizeanalytics 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,revenueand 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 featurescutting-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 tovalidatehypotheses and ensure the effectiveness of new features and improvements.
Qualifications:
Experience: 5+ years of product management experience, with a focus on content discovery,news media,personalization,audience engagementor related fields.
Leadership: Proventrack recordof 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.
WHY CHOOSE THE GLOBE:
The Globe’s mission is to deliver essential content – news, information, analysis and insights – for aspiring individuals and strong communities. The Globe is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace that upholds our values of integrity, collaboration, innovation and accountability.
As Canada’s most respected media brand The Globe is dedicated to making a difference to Canada and you can make a difference by working with us.
WE OFFER:
Competitive compensation to ensure we hire, retain and reward team members
Hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance
Generous vacation and flexible work arrangements
Parental leave top-up
Competitive health and dental benefits
Defined Benefit pension plan
Annual wellness subsidy
On-site chiropractor and registered massage therapist
Employee and family assistance program
Free digital subscription to globeandmail.com and 40% off other Globe products
Education assistance for external training courses
SUPPORTING YOUR GROWTH:
We are committed to creating equitable opportunities for all employees, to enable everyone to reach their full potential. This commitment is embedded in our strategic plan and core values.
There are lateral and upward advancement opportunities for rewarding and developing careers.
We believe in mentorship and collaborative peer-to-peer learning and have both formal and informal programs in place to encourage knowledge-sharing.
We support continuing education and provide both internal and external opportunities for training and development.
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.
THE GLOBE AND MAIL IS DEDICATED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE
The Globe and Mail is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We believe this strengthens our business and our journalism. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, age, and physical ability. As required by the Federal Contractors Program, The Globe also tracks the proportion of staff in the four Employment Equity categories (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, and Members of Visible Minorities) to ensure we are reflecting the areas in which we work.
The Globe and Mail offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.
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Pay Type Hourly
Digital, Data Science & IT, 351 King Street East,Suite 1600, Toronto, Ontario, Canada