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Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.

This is a critical moment for news media. The acceleration of AI and machine learning, shifts in content formats, changes in how people consume information, and a global appetite for trusted, purposeful journalism mean that the Guardian has to constantly evolve the way it tells stories and serves its audiences.

As Director of Product, Publishing and Journalism, you will enjoy the rare opportunity to shape this future. You'll be responsible for the core platforms, products and experiences that empower our journalists and engage our readers, viewers and listeners globally – working in close partnership with senior newsroom leaders.

Reporting to the Chief Product Officer in this new role, you will partner with colleagues in our newsroom and across the Guardian to develop strategies that prize editorial distinctiveness and innovation. You will lead a set of diverse, talented teams who are responsible for the experience of our core products: theguardian.com, one of the world's most visited news websites; and our app, which currently has the best app store rating in the market.

About the Role

• You'll develop product strategies that prize editorial distinctiveness and innovation and drive increased reach and reader engagement.
• Collaborate with senior editors to align product development with editorial priorities.
• Establish processes that see ideas through from tooling to the front end and ensure the application of effective product methodologies that maximise team impact.
• Ensure your teams have a deep understanding of our audiences' needs and of how Guardian products can play a meaningful role in our audience's lives.
• Demonstrate your expertise in new technologies, especially the role that AI can play in improving workflows and transforming user experiences.
• Define and monitor transparent metrics to track progress and impact.
• Hire and coach the best talent and lead in their professional development, including the use of new technologies.
• Collaborate with the CPO and other product directors to refine and execute the overarching product strategy, aligning it with the company's long-term vision and business goals.

About You

• You have extensive senior product management experience in news media
• You see the bigger picture: your knowledge of trends in journalism, evolving consumer behaviours and the broader technology landscape means you are uniquely equipped to define and communicate a compelling product vision that aligns with the Guardian's strategy.
• You live and breathe evidence-based product development: you have a deep understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies as well as strong analytical skills and experience using data to inform product decisions.
• You display strong technical acumen: you understand technical concepts, including the risks and opportunities associated with generative AI, and work effectively with software engineers.
• You can show how you set targets and track progress against them in transparent, measurable ways and can demonstrate experience of accelerating product development cycle times.
• You have proven experience of successfully coaching and developing your team members.
• You are an outstanding communicator with exemplary soft skills, with a track record of building trusted relationships with editors and other stakeholders across functions and stakeholder groups.

We actively encourage applications from candidates who are Black, Asian, minority ethnic or from other groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media.

We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements.

How to Apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for.

We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 13th May 2025

All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Anna Vipers on anna.vipers@theguardian.com to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.

Benefits and Policies at the Guardian

You'll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to private healthcare, life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.

Culture and Wellbeing

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status.

We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

Most of our employees work hybridly. Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Learning and Development

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.