Senior Director of Product Strategy and Program Execution

ABOUT US

About JustPark

JustPark, established in 2006, is the UK's favourite parking app, parking a car every 2 seconds and processing £100m+ of parking income for our partners each year. With 13 million drivers and more than 250,000 spaces, we're proud to work with some of the UK's biggest Local Authorities, hotel chains and car park operators. JustPark markets and monetises both unused residential driveways and under-utilised car park capacity, benefitting drivers and creating revenue for space owners.

Uniquely in the industry, we focus on both the driver and the operator experience to make parking better for all stakeholders. In addition to working with traditional parking real-estate, we also work with 10,000s of independent landlords and small businesses. We pride ourselves in our ability to provide exceptional service, a smooth onboarding process and being on the cutting edge of innovation.

About ParkHub

Founded in 2010, ParkHub is the US's leading event parking technology provider powering the largest venues and stadiums. This includes over 70% of pro-sports teams and managing over $3bn in revenue on their platform. ParkHub is optimising the world's journeys by providing cutting-edge enterprise technology to support the global parking industry. The company's products offer contactless payment options, real-time operational data, robust performance analytics, and leading integrations with ticketing and parking reservation providers.

Our merged organisation

Following the merger in April 2024, JustPark and ParkHub now form one of the largest parking organisations globally, serving over 20 million drivers and more than 500 B2B customers, with a combined booking volume exceeding $1 billion.

Whereas before, JustPark was purely an expert in consumer parking reservations and on-demand payments, as a combined business we are now also market leaders in providing best-in-class venue and event parking management services and business intelligence. This makes 2024 a hugely exciting time to join our business and we are looking for new team members that will help us execute on the opportunity now in front of us.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an innovative and visionary Senior Director of Product Strategy and Program Execution to spearhead the strategic deployment of cutting-edge products and initiatives on a global scale. This pivotal role serves as the bridge between high-level strategy and hands-on execution, ensuring the successful delivery of products that drive market impact and fuel organizational growth.

As a strategic leader, you will own the end-to-end planning and execution of complex, cross-functional product launches worldwide, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is adept at balancing long-term vision with meticulous execution, ensuring every product launch is impactful, timely, and aligned with strategic goals. You could be based either in the London area or in Dallas, Texas for this position so please indicate in your application form where you're based.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership in Product Deployment:

• Define and lead the strategy for product deployment, aligning it with the company's vision, market goals, and customer needs.
• Oversee the successful launch of products, ensuring they meet timelines, budgets, and quality expectations while driving measurable market outcomes.
• Establish and monitor metrics to assess the success of product strategies and deployments, focusing on ROI, adoption, and customer satisfaction.
  

Development of Scalable Systems and Frameworks:

• Create and implement standardized tools, playbooks, and frameworks that enable seamless and scalable execution of product initiatives.
• Ensure these systems support organizational growth, align with best practices, and reflect feedback and market trends.
• Continuously refine tools and processes to maintain agility and efficiency in deployment operations.

Cross-functional Alignment and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as the strategic connector between product, engineering, marketing, operations, and other teams, ensuring cohesive and aligned execution.
• Drive effective communication and proactive problem-solving to address challenges and maintain focus on shared outcomes.
• Champion a collaborative, transparent culture that unites teams around the shared goal of delivering market-leading products.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

• Integrate innovative approaches into product deployment processes, ensuring the company remains ahead of industry trends and competitive pressures.
• Facilitate retrospectives and lessons learned to improve future launches and foster a culture of continuous learning.
• Stay informed about industry advancements, customer preferences, and emerging technologies to refine strategies and maintain leadership in the market.

Team Leadership and Organisational Growth:

• Inspire, mentor, and guide program managers and cross-functional leaders to excel in delivering high-impact results.
• Build a world-class team by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.
• Set a clear vision, foster accountability, and empower teams to achieve ambitious goals with confidence and creativity.

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, product management, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in program or product management, including 5+ years in senior leadership, with a focus on product strategy and deployment.
• Proven success in driving large-scale, cross-functional product initiatives from strategy to market impact.
• Expertise in designing and implementing scalable systems, tools, and frameworks for product execution.
• Strong strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to balance vision with actionable execution.
• Deep understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Lean, Waterfall) and tools.

Key competencies:

• Strategic, product-first mindset with a passion for delivering market-leading solutions.
• Visionary leadership and the ability to inspire alignment across diverse teams.
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills in complex environments.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities with stakeholders at all levels.
• Resilience, adaptability, and an innovative approach to challenges and opportunities.

We trust you to know what's needed to get the job done. That's why we work on a hybrid basis (with 1/2 days in the office and Tuesdays & Thursdays being our 'anchor days'), and we'll work with you to make sure you have the right kit and the right environment for you to succeed.

Benefits:

• Private Medical Insurance in partnership with Vitality.
• Life Assurance in partnership with YuLife.
• Gym membership discounts and fitness rewards.
• Employee Assistance Provider offering free confidential support and advice.
• 24/7 virtual GP access.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• £50 per month parking credit.
• FREE restaurant-quality lunch cooked by our chef.
• Generous holiday policy of 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Childcare benefit in partnership with Koru Kids.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies.
• A salary exchange pension scheme.
• A generous 'refer a friend' scheme of £1000 per successful recommendation.
• Quarterly company outings for team building.