Job Specifications
About Blackdot
Blackdot Solutions makes investigations software. Videris is an end-to-end investigations platform that centralises and streamlines OSINT workflows with AI and automation, allowing investigators to work faster and improve effectiveness.
Our two solutions: Videris Investigate and Videris Automate, can be combined for maximum impact. Governments, banks and large organisations use Videris to tackle some of the most complex investigative challenges our society faces.
We’re looking for creative self-starters who love working with highly sophisticated and demanding customers to join our fast-paced, dynamic team. You'll be working in a team of friendly, driven product, engineering and go-to-market professionals with a wide range of experience and interests.
About the role
As a Product Manager, you will act as the bridge between the commercial and technical sides of the business, identifying and delivering features that drive customer value and business growth. You will be responsible for delivery of the product requirements by working closely with the engineering teams to plan feature development, create schedules, and support smooth product release schedules. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product and project management within the software industry and a proven track record working across different teams and departments.
Responsibilities
Reporting to our Lead Product Manager, you will be responsible for:
Supporting the development and delivery of new and existing products and features that support business growth and scale
Collaborating with technology partners and working with the broader product team to identify new partner opportunities that will improve the platform
Implementing agile and scrum methodologies and guiding the product management process
Analysing product performance, user feedback, and market data alongside tracking KPIs and OKRs to inform decision-making and continuous improvement
Assisting customers in optimising product usage and resolving complex technical challenges, including, where required, project management of complex deployments; acting as the bridge between the customer and engineering teams
Acting as the voice of the customer and advocating for exceptional user experience in the entire user journey, including assisting Customer Success in designing and delivering seamless onboarding and training
Working alongside go to market and customer-facing teams to understand the market, the competitive landscape and customers, and identify and assess new opportunities and/or risks
Promoting Videris across the go-to-market team and serving as a key contact for client engagements to ensure their successful implementation of Videris
Developing strong technical knowledge of Videris’ architecture and deployment options, working with our development and product teams
About you
You will be passionate about what you do, and keen to experience new ideas and to develop further, with a drive for innovation and performance.:
You are likely to have either a Bachelor’s degree or relevant industry experience. You may also have postgraduate technical qualifications
A minimum 3 years’ experience in a product or project management-related role
Broad experience of modern software delivery including cloud (e.g. AWS) and delivering SaaS products
Product or project management experience with strong interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits
You’ll enjoy:
Competitive salary with regular pay reviews
25 days holiday per year
The chance to work with some of the best people in the business
Strong work-life balance & flexible working
Ability to participate in share option scheme after 12 months
Professional development days & role-specific training
Vitality health insurance
Cycle to work scheme
Electric vehicle (EV) scheme
Enhanced pension contributions
Enhanced parental leave
Regular and varied company socials
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
Blackdot Solutions is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all people, regardless of their race, sex, disability, age, religion, or sexual orientation. We conduct regular pay reviews to prevent pay discrimination and ensure equitable pay based on role and experience. We are committed to providing a safe, rewarding workplace for all employees and are happy to provide reasonable adjustments where needed.
About the Company
Blackdot is the UK technology company behind Videris, the most powerful investigations software for fighting serious, organised and economic crimes.
Our mission is to help investigators use OSINT for good by equipping them with the software they need to combat criminal activity effectively.
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