Director – Product Management

Job Title:	Director – Product Management
Job ID:	59565527
Job published:	Monday March 30, 2026
Job Type:	Permanent
Employment type:	Full-time
Industry:	Engineering IT
Expertise:	Project & Product Management
Salary Type:	annual
Location:	Ireland

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Product Management
Location: Ireland (Remote)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Up to €145,000  base +Benefits

About the Role
Gempool is partnering with a global organisation operating within regulated, data-driven environments to hire a Director of Product Management.
In this role, you will define and execute product strategy across a portfolio of digital solutions, leading a team of Product Managers and Product Owners. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to align product direction with business objectives, drive innovation, and deliver high-quality solutions that meet the needs of users in a complex, regulated industry.

What You’ll Do

• Define and lead both short-term and long-term product strategy for assigned products and portfolios.
• Align product direction with overall business vision and organisational priorities.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Product Managers and/or Product Owners.
• Oversee roadmap planning and ensure prioritisation of high-value initiatives.
• Identify new product opportunities and contribute to expansion of the product portfolio.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Strategy, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Implementation, and Support.
• Guide teams in understanding user needs, market trends, and cross-product workflows.
• Monitor product performance and communicate progress against goals to senior stakeholders.
• Act as an escalation point, resolving challenges and removing blockers for your team.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and continuous development of product team members.
• Drive continuous improvement of product management practices and team processes.
• Represent the product function in internal and external forums, including industry events where applicable.

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of experience in Product Management within software or digital product environments.
• 3+ years of experience managing and leading Product Managers and/or Product Owners.
• Proven experience defining and executing product strategy in complex environments.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience working cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to analyse complex business problems and make data-informed decisions.
• Experience operating in fast-paced, collaborative environments.

Nice to Have

• Experience in clinical research, healthcare technology, or life sciences.
• Familiarity with clinical trial processes and systems (e.g. EDC, CTMS) and regulatory requirements.
• Background working with SaaS or enterprise product platforms.
• Experience engaging with customers, industry leaders, or presenting at events.
• Understanding of product management frameworks, Agile methodologies, and modern product practices.