Product Strategy Lead

About IWG

IWG is the global leader in the flexible workspace sector, with over 4,000 locations in 100+ countries and 1,000+ cities worldwide. We provide a diverse range of workspace solutions that enable effective collaboration and enhanced productivity for our customers, which range from sole traders and start-ups, to the world’s largest corporations. As the owner and operator of 14 different brands, extensive support services, and a market-leading digital platform for connecting companies to workspace, IWG is uniquely positioned to shape the future of work.

Purpose of the role

We are seeking a Product Strategy Lead to join the Product team and lead driving revenue and profitability growth of a new product. You will report into the Director of Product and be expected to work independently to drive the product strategy and roadmap for your product, and collaborate with cross-functional teams across the organisation to deliver initiatives. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, analytical and entrepreneurial, with a demonstrable track record of success in a fast paced, demanding environment. This role is a unique opportunity for a high-performer to lead the development of a new product at an early stage, with the potential to fast-track into a more senior position, contingent upon the product’s performance.

Key responsibilities

• Own the product strategy, roadmap and P&L for a new product
• Develop the product proposition by leveraging customer insights, understanding our internal capabilities, and identifying opportunities for technological enhancements; working closely with the Director of Product and senior stakeholders across functional teams
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Pricing and Operations to design and execute campaigns and initiatives to increase demand and drive revenue and profitability
• Work closely with Technology to enhance the product offering, aligning it to the latest technological advancements and customer needs
• Develop and own business cases for key product decisions

Required skills, experience & qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in economics, business, engineering, finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in a commercially-minded role (strategy/management consulting, product/strategy/commercial team at a start/scale-up or large corporation, investment banking, etc.)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and independently work effectively with senior leadership, cross-functional, and multi-national teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with comfort using data to inform strategic decisions
• Passion for working in an entrepreneurial environment, with a willingness to work independently and assume significant responsibility from an early stage with limited oversight
• Keen interest/expertise in technology and innovation, with a focus on creating products that deliver value to customers
• Highly proficient in Microsoft suite, specifically PowerPoint and Excel

If you are a proactive, results-driven individual with a passion for driving business growth and a knack for strategic thinking, we encourage you to apply for this role. Join us in this exciting opportunity to shape the future of flexible work and make a significant impact on IWG’s success.

IWG and its brands, including Regus, Spaces and HQ, are equal opportunity, affirmative action employers. We welcome applications from all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. All applications will be judged on merit; we do not discriminate