Lead Product Manager, AFR

Company Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company, home to trusted and loved brands spanning News, Sport, Lifestyle, and Entertainment. Our purpose is to shape culture by sparking conversations, challenging perspectives, and entertaining our communities. We pride ourselves on creating the best content, accessed by consumers when and how they want – across Publishing, Streaming, Broadcasting, and Digital.

Our assets include the 9Network, major mastheads such as The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, and The Australian Financial Review, digital properties like nine.com.au, 9Now, and Good Food, and subscription video platform Stan.

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Product Manager to join our Publishing Product team and lead the implementation of the product strategy and roadmap for The Australian Financial Review (AFR) across B2C and B2B channels.

You will work closely with the Head of Audience Product and Director of Product to define the strategy and ensure prioritised initiatives align with business objectives.

As a leader, you will manage, coach, and mentor two product managers while fostering collaboration across teams to deliver innovative digital products that drive subscription revenue growth and enhance user experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Strategy and Execution:

• Define and drive the AFR product vision and strategy across web, mobile app and other distribution channels.
• Collaborate with engineering managers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver successful products.
• Analyse data, user research, and market trends to identify opportunities.
• Own roadmap development, prioritisation, and product lifecycle phases.
• Monitor performance and iterate for continuous improvement.
  
  

Qualifications

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in product management, including leading other product managers.
• Proven track record of delivering digital products in an Agile environment.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to inform decisions.
• Experience with design thinking and best practices in digital product development.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn new approaches.
  
  

Additional Information

Why Join Nine?

At Nine, you’ll be part of a culture that promotes creativity, innovation, diversity, and inclusion.

We offer:

• Career development and quality training.
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers.
• Discounts on lifestyle, entertainment, and leisure memberships.
• Access to Future Women for unique content and events.
• Hybrid working/flexible working arrangements.
• Discounts on products and services with corporate partners.
  
  

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Apply Now:

If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of digital publishing at Nine.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.