product strategy director

Webook

Role Overview :The Product Director will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of the webook.com digital platform, ensuring it meets customer needs and drives business growth. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, guiding cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, high-quality products that enhance user experience and strengthen our market position. Key Responsibilities Product Vision &amp; Strategy <ul> <li>Define and communicate a clear product vision and long-term strategy aligned with company goals.</li> <li>Identify market opportunities, customer needs, and industry trends to inform the product strategy and roadmap decisions.</li> <li>Lead the creation of innovative features and enhancements that strengthen webook s competitive advantage.</li> </ul> Product Development &amp; Execution <ul> <li>Oversee the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch to continuous improvement.</li> <li>Prioritize product initiatives based on data, business impact, and customer feedback.</li> <li>Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, and operations to ensure timely, high-quality product delivery.</li> </ul> Leadership &amp; Stakeholder Management <ul> <li>Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing product management team.</li> <li>Partner with business leaders to ensure product goals align with sales, marketing, and operational strategies.</li> <li>Represent the product vision and roadmap to internal teams, executives, and external stakeholders.</li> </ul> Performance &amp; Optimization <ul> <li>Define key product metrics (KPIs) and track performance to ensure product-market fit and growth.</li> <li>Use data and insights to iterate and optimize the user experience and platform performance.</li> <li>Drive product adoption, engagement, and retention through innovative features and seamless user journeys.</li> </ul>

Product Director

Takamol Holding

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 The Product Senior Director will oversee the current and future digital freelance platforms, leading the product strategy, development, and operations for
 
 one of Takamol&rsquo;s subsidiaries
 
 . This role will drive platform growth, user engagement, and innovation by managing high-performing teams and collaborating with public and private sector partners.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull;Lead the product team responsible for developing and managing digital platforms.
 
 
 &bull; Set the product vision, roadmap, and priorities in line with the company&rsquo;s strategy and goals.
 
 
 &bull; Coordinate smoothly with departments such as technology, marketing, business development, operations, and compliance to support product development and management.
 
 
 &bull; Manage the entire product lifecycle from concept and design to launch, ongoing improvement, and scaling.
 
 
 &bull; Track product performance using KPIs and ensure growth and revenue goals are met.
 
 
 &bull; Spot innovation opportunities and add new features and services to improve user experience.
 
 
 &bull; Cultivate strong relationships with public and private sector partners to boost adoption and joint efforts.
 
 
 &bull;Represent the company and its products at industry events, external forums, and strategic meetings.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull;Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Management, Marketing, Technology, Management Information Systems or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).
 
 
 &bull; Over 12 years of proven experience in managing digital products, platform operations, or marketplace ecosystems.
 
 
 &bull; Successful track record in creating and managing digital platforms, especially in freelancing, gig economy, or digital services sectors.
 
 
 &bull;Strong background in business development and forming partnerships with both public and private entities.
 
 
 &bull; Effective leadership skills to guide product teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
 
 
 &bull;Excellent communication and negotiation abilities in Arabic and English.
 
 
 
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Product Senior Director

Chi Square Consulting

<div>
 
 
 Product Strategy &amp; Innovation Manager - up to 40,000-46,000 QAR depending on experience - Doha, Qatar (on-site)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 An established digital solutions provider in the Middle East is looking to hire an experienced Product Strategy &amp; Innovation Manager to join its Strategy and Transformation function. This is a senior role aimed at driving the development, optimisation, and delivery of innovative digital products and services across key market segments.
 
 
 
 
 
 The successful candidate will lead strategic initiatives to enhance the organisation's product offerings. You will evaluate existing services, shape new solutions aligned with market needs, and oversee the full product lifecycle, from concept to launch and post-launch optimisation. The role also involves close collaboration across business units, strategy, finance, and marketing to ensure offerings meet commercial and customer expectations.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Define and execute product strategy through market research, competitive analysis, and innovation
 </li>
 <li>
 Evaluate and reconfigure existing offerings to meet changing customer and market needs
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead the full product lifecycle, from concept and development to launch and ongoing optimisation
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop business cases, pricing models, and go-to-market strategies in collaboration with cross-functional teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor product performance using KPIs and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement
 </li>
 <li>
 Integrate emerging technologies to ensure product relevance and competitive edge
 </li>
 <li>
 Mentor team members and support capability building, performance, and engagement
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Skills
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Extensive relevant experience, including proven experience within a similar industry
 </li>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; relevant certifications are an advantage
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong track record of launching and optimising digital or enterprise solutions
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working in complex, cross-functional environments with strong stakeholder engagement skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Deep understanding of product lifecycle management, market analysis, and innovation strategy
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working with or leading projects involving emerging technologies (e.g. IoT, enterprise platforms)
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication and leadership skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are a plus
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Opportunity to lead product innovation at a strategic level
 </li>
 <li>
 High-impact role within a well-established, future-focused organisation
 </li>
 <li>
 Competitive salary with performance incentives
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborative team culture
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional development and career progression pathways
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 If you're passionate about driving innovation and have the strategic mindset to shape the future of digital products in a fast-evolving market, this could be the ideal next step in your career.
 
 
 
 
 
 To learn more, or arrange a confidential conversation, please contact Daniel Day at dday@chisquare-group.com.
 
 
 
 
 
 By applying to this advert you agree to your personal details being held on file in relation to this and other future relevant opportunities.
 
 
 
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Product Strategy & Innovation Manager

The Economist

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 Who We Are
 
 
 
 We are an organisation that exists to drive progress. That's the &ldquo;red thread&rdquo; that connects everyone at The Economist Group (TEG). Our businesses share a devotion to innovation, independence and rigour in their fields of expertise. We empower people to understand and tackle the critical challenges and changes facing the world. Our analytical rigour, global expertise and evidence-based insights enable individuals and organisations to make sense of these shifts and chart a course through them.
 
 
 We deliver analysis and insights in many formats to subscribers and clients in 170 countries through our four businesses,
 
 The Economist,
 
 Economist Impact, Economist Intelligence and Economist Education, which uphold our global reputation for excellence and integrity.
 
 
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 Economist Impact is seeking a Creative Strategy Director to join our Strategy &amp; Solutions team in APAC. This role will sit at the intersection of strategy, creativity, and client partnership &mdash; driving breakthrough proposals and partnership solutions that deliver measurable impact for clients while advancing Economist Impact&rsquo;s mission across themes such as Energy &amp; the Environment, Health &amp; Society, Technology &amp; Innovation and Trade &amp; Geopolitics.
 
 
 The Creative Strategy Director will partner closely with APAC sales and creative/content colleagues to lead the regional pre-sale strategy process, ensuring that all proposals are insight-driven, creatively ambitious, and commercially sound. The role will also act as a key link between global strategy and regional execution, embedding best practices and contributing to innovation and repeatable packages.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Strategic &amp; Creative Leadership
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead the proposal development process in APAC, from interpreting client briefs to shaping compelling solutions that connect insights with outcomes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as a senior creative strategist for high-value regional and global partnerships, delivering innovative concepts and storytelling that align with client objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with analysts, content creators, producers, and media strategists to bring forward the full suite of Economist Impact capabilities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Champion insight-led thinking, ensuring proposals draw on audience data, market intelligence, and performance learnings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to the development of regional and global &ldquo;turn-key&rdquo; packages that accelerate the sales cycle and showcase Economist Impact&rsquo;s unique strengths.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Collaboration &amp; Regional Impact
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Work closely with APAC sales and the Director of Creative Content, APAC, to ensure strategic alignment between storytelling, branded content, and partnership solutions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with regional Partnership Leads to nurture and expand high-value client relationships through strategic proposals and consultative engagement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure constant feedback loops between delivery and strategy to embed performance learnings into future partnership design.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Thought Leadership &amp; Innovation
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Act as a thought partner within APAC, helping shape regional growth opportunities and evolving how Economist Impact presents itself to market.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead brainstorms, inspire teams, and bring forward bold ideas that push creative boundaries while maintaining Economist Impact&rsquo;s editorial integrity.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to global knowledge sharing, best practice development, and innovation in formats, packages, and proposal excellence.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 9 plus years&rsquo; experience in creative strategy, branded partnerships, or integrated marketing within media, publishing, or agency environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven ability to design and deliver impactful marketing and thought leadership solutions for premium brands.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong storytelling and proposal development skills, with experience crafting narratives across multiple formats (written, digital, live events, multimedia).
 </li>
 <li>
 Creative and strategic thinker with exceptional writing ability and design sensibility.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working across APAC markets, with sensitivity to cultural nuance and regional brand expectations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to collaborate effectively across time zones and disciplines in a fast-paced environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of digital marketing, content formats, and performance optimisation approaches.
 </li>
 <li>
 A collaborative, curious, and high-energy mindset with a passion for impact-driven partnerships.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Why this role matters
 
 
 
 At Economist Impact, we believe that creative, insight-driven partnerships can drive measurable change on the world&rsquo;s most pressing issues. The Creative Strategy Director (APAC) sits at the heart of this mission.
 
 
 
 In This Role, You Will
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Shape the stories we tell in APAC by turning client briefs and global challenges into powerful, integrated partnership solutions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be a bridge between creativity and strategy, ensuring that every proposal is bold, commercially strong, and backed by insight.
 </li>
 <li>
 Help scale Economist Impact&rsquo;s influence in the region, working closely with senior sales and creative leaders to bring new ideas, packages, and formats to market.
 </li>
 <li>
 Make a visible impact on clients and society, by designing partnerships across sustainability, health, and globalisation that not only deliver results but also align with our mission of progress.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 This is a senior, high-impact role where you will not just respond to briefs &mdash; you will set the standard for creative excellence in APAC and help shape the future of our partnerships globally.
 
 
 AI usage for your application
 
 
 We are an innovative organisation that encourages the use of technology. We recognise that candidates may utilise AI tools to support with their job application process. However, it is essential that all information you provide truthfully and accurately reflects your own experience, skills, and qualifications.
 
 
 
 What We Offer
 
 
 
 Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program.
 
 
 We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our
 
 Work From Anywhere
 
 program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 40 days per year. In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home.
 
 
 You will also be given free access to all
 
 The Economist
 
 content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more.
 
 
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Creative Strategy Director (APAC)

X-HR LABS

As an HR Advisor, you will be instrumental in shaping our product strategy. Your responsibilities will include:

Product Ideation &amp; Strategy:

<ul>
<li>Share deep insights into the day-to-day realities, pain points, and unmet needs of HR professionals.</li>
<li>Brainstorm and validate new AI-driven features and modules. What are the most impactful use cases for AI in recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee engagement, and compensation?</li>
<li>Advise on the most critical third-party integrations (e.g., payroll, benefits, ATS, accounting software) to create a seamless ecosystem.</li>
</ul>

Roadmap &amp; Prioritisation:

<ul>
<li>Provide expert feedback on our product roadmap. What should we build first and why? What features will deliver the most value to our target users?</li>
<li>Help us understand the differing needs of HR teams in various industries (e.g., tech, manufacturing, healthcare) and company sizes.</li>
</ul>

Compliance &amp; Globalisation:

<ul>
<li>Act as a subject matter expert on regional and international labor laws, data privacy regulations (like GDPR, CCPA), and compliance requirements.</li>
<li>Identify potential legal and regulatory hurdles that could impact our product design and development, ensuring we build a globally compliant platform.</li>
</ul>

User Experience &amp; Adoption:

<ul>
<li>Advise on creating an intuitive and frictionless user experience (UX) that HR professionals will love. How can we make complex processes simple and elegant?</li>
<li>Provide guidance on change management best practices. How can we make the adoption of a new, AI-driven HRIS as smooth as possible for our future clients?</li>
</ul>

Market Intelligence:

<ul>
<li>Offer perspective on market trends, competitive landscape, and the evolving role of the HR business partner.</li>
<li>Help us define and understand our ideal customer profiles and user personas.</li>
</ul>

HR Advisor (Product & Strategy)

Mayfair Housing

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 At
 
 Mayfair Housing
 
 , we are entering an exciting phase of growth, expanding our footprint across Mumbai&rsquo;s evolving real estate landscape. To strengthen our strategic core, we are seeking a seasoned professional from the Real Estate industry who can shape the future direction of our products, brands, and customer strategies. This role goes beyond traditional research or marketing&mdash;it is about integrating market intelligence, consumer insights, design thinking, and strategic foresight to influence every business decision. The individual will act as a strategic advisor to leadership, driving informed decisions around product concept, pricing, design relevance, branding, and customer segmentation to ensure each development resonates deeply with the market and delivers sustained velocity.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 Strategic Product Planning &amp; Positioning.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Define and refine product strategies aligned with organizational growth goals and market realities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with design, architectural, and project teams to ensure product configurations, amenities, and unit mix reflect consumer needs and competitive differentiation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Position each product uniquely within its sub-market to ensure strong customer resonance and absorption.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 Pricing Strategy &amp; Commercial Intelligence.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop robust pricing frameworks considering demand elasticity, competitor pricing, project lifecycle, and brand perception.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor market trends, absorption velocity, and customer buying patterns to suggest pricing revisions and incentive strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with sales teams to co-create pricing playbooks that balance profitability and market competitiveness.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 Market Research &amp; Competitive Analysis.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead continuous and in-depth research on market trends, customer expectations, and emerging lifestyle patterns.
 </li>
 <li>
 Create a structured intelligence system capturing micro-market movements, new launches, absorption rates, and developer strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Evaluate competitor products from design, specification, pricing, and brand perspectives to identify differentiators for Mayfair.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 Brand Positioning &amp; Communication Strategy.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Translate insights into compelling brand narratives and product communication themes.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Collaborate with the marketing and brand teams to ensure consistent storytelling across digital, on-ground, and customer touchpoints
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Drive thought leadership initiatives, enhancing Mayfair&rsquo;s brand equity and emotional connect with customers.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 Customer Segmentation &amp; Behavioural Insights.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Define and segment customer personas for each product typology and price band.
 </li>
 <li>
 Map buyer journeys, triggers, and barriers to optimize communication and sales strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Use data-driven insights to personalize customer engagement and elevate customer experience.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 Business Analytics &amp; Performance Review.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Build dashboards and analytics frameworks for leadership to monitor project performance, lead velocity, and ROI metrics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Evaluate campaign performance, product absorption, and customer feedback to refine ongoing strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Act as a bridge between data and decision-making&mdash;translating analytics into actionable business moves.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 Strategic Advisory &amp; Cross-Functional Collaboration.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Work closely with the Chairman&rsquo;s and Managing Directors&rsquo; office to drive alignment between strategy and execution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with Design, Sales, Finance, and Marketing teams to ensure end-to-end consistency in market approach.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise leadership on emerging market opportunities, risks, and consumer shifts impacting long-term planning.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 Key Performance Indicator.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Product absorption vs. targets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Pricing realization vs. planned benchmarks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Competitive intelligence quality and utilization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Brand recall, engagement, and campaign reach.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conversion rate by customer segment and typology.
 </li>
 <li>
 Timeliness and accuracy of dashboards &amp; analytics reports.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strategic initiative success and cross-functional alignment.
 </li>
 <li>
 ROI on marketing and pricing interventions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead velocity and sales cycle reduction.
 </li>
 <li>
 Customer satisfaction and feedback scores.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualification.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 MBA / Postgraduate in Marketing, Strategy, or Real Estate Management from a reputed institute.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Knowledge.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Real estate market trends (macro &amp; micro).
 </li>
 <li>
 Product development and lifecycle strategy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Consumer behaviour and buyer psychology.
 </li>
 <li>
 Pricing frameworks and elasticity modelling.
 </li>
 <li>
 Competitor benchmarking (design, specs, pricing).
 </li>
 <li>
 Brand architecture and narrative strategy.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strategic product planning and market positioning.
 </li>
 <li>
 Price modelling and scenario analysis.
 </li>
 <li>
 Quantitative and qualitative market research.
 </li>
 <li>
 Customer journey mapping and persona definition.
 </li>
 <li>
 Brand storytelling and communication design.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 10&ndash;15 years in strategy, product planning, consulting, or market intelligence within the real estate or allied consumer sectors.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Behavioural Competencies.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strategic foresight and long-term thinking.
 </li>
 <li>
 Customer-centric mindset and empathy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analytical rigor and attention to detail.
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercial and financial acumen.
 </li>
 <li>
 Agility in dynamic market conditions.
 </li>
 <li>
 High ownership and accountability.
 </li>
 <li>
 Influencing without authority.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborative approach and cross-team integration.
 </li>
 <li>
 Creativity and innovation in solutioning.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Product Strategy & Market Intelligence

Gecko Robotics

Own Problems, Not Just Features: Identify high-leverage customer problems and lead the charge to solve them start to finish.Set Strategy, Not Just Priorities: Craft and test product theses that inform Gecko s long-term platform evolution.Champion User Experience: Incorporate UI/UX insights into product direction to ensure solutions are not only technically sound but also intuitive and impactful for end users.Build What Scales: Deliver immediate value to customers while extracting insights that shape scalable, repeatable product solutions.Operate Close to the Field: Work alongside Forward Deployed Engineers to understand use cases in depth and move quickly to unlock value.Bridge Product and Business: Translate technical solutions into outcomes that matter for customers and for Gecko s mission.Navigate Ambiguity: Thrive in environments without a playbook. You ll help write it.

Product Strategist - Middle East

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