Digital Product Management and Innovation Instructor

Decoded Limited

19h•$55,000•Remote

About The Position

We are Decoded, pioneers in transformative technology education, dedicated to democratizing cutting-edge skills and helping traditional businesses become tech companies. We equip learners with the confidence to embrace the future of work, drawing on methodologies shaped by collaborations with leading global organizations. Our mission is to foster a more productive and promising world through the intelligent, ethical, and creative application of technology. We are seeking a full-time Digital Product Management and Innovation Instructor to deliver exceptional workshops for our commercial and apprenticeship programs. This role focuses on workshop delivery between 09:00 - 17:00 GMT, with workshops typically lasting 4.5 or 7 hours, and less frequent 8-hour hackathons. In-person delivery for UK-based clients is required, and occasional work outside core UK hours may be necessary due to our global client base.

Requirements

Proven experience in digital product management, with credibility to teach from real-world practice.
Excellent written, verbal, and facilitation skills, making complex topics accessible and engaging.
Strong planning and organizational skills, managing preparation, delivery, and competing priorities.
A growth mindset and commitment to continuous improvement in teaching and subject knowledge.
Confidence working collaboratively in distributed, remote teams.
Degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant industry experience.
Over 2 years of experience teaching Product Ownership, Business Analysis, and Product Management in a commercial setting.
Ability to manage own time to meet delivery deadlines and stay on top of preparation.
Excellent and adaptable communicator, verbally and in writing.
Self-motivated problem solver who takes initiative.
Passionate about technology and learning.
Team player eager to improve programs and contribute to morale.
Keen to learn, improve, and stretch own knowledge, skills, and behaviors.
Consistently reliable WiFi for remote workshop delivery.
Mandatory background clearances for roles involving learner interaction or sensitive data.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a DBS check (potentially Enhanced, including barred list check).

Nice To Haves

Experience in AI, machine learning, prompt engineering, or adjacent digital innovation topics.
A recognized teaching, training, or assessment qualification.
Relevant agile, product, or AI certifications.
Experience delivering apprenticeship or commercial training programs.
Knowledge of GenAI adoption in business contexts.
Sufficient knowledge to teach the L3 Gen AI Champion Apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

Teach Decoded's learning content to groups of apprenticeship learners via virtual and in-person workshops.
Hone skills as an educator and build knowledge of andragogy and teaching theory.
Collaborate with Learner Success Coaches (LSCs) to ensure apprentice progress.
Contribute to product improvement and content development.
Prepare workshops and understand curriculum learning objectives.
Review exercises and learning materials before workshops.
Learn about learners and their businesses.
Familiarize with course structure and content, proactively filling knowledge gaps.
Maintain a continual learning mindset and advance knowledge in specialist domains.
Manage time effectively during workshops.
Manage the classroom environment.
Create a professional and energetic atmosphere with good learner engagement.
Ensure effective in-person classroom environments.
Troubleshoot technical issues using platforms like Zoom/Teams, Mural, and Menti.
Decode and communicate complex concepts with energy, focus, and patience.
Engage and captivate the attention of virtual audiences.
Facilitate the learning journey inclusively, supporting all learners.
Support content development of SME content across Product Management and Digital Innovation programs.
Provide SME input and peer review for new/existing product content.
Produce materials for learners with stretch needs and instructions for technical content.

Benefits

33 days leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays).
Extra tenured holiday (additional day per year of service, up to 8).
Office closure for 2 full weeks at Christmas (discretionary, not from holiday allowance).
Flexible working, including work-from-home.
Modern, flexible, and fully serviced offices at WeWork in Spitalfields, London.
Company pension/retirement contributions.
Health care including dental, medical, and vision.
Travel insurance.
Social events and all-company gatherings.
Continuous learning and development opportunities.
Work environment valuing creativity, personal growth, and collaboration.
Free monthly lunches.
Laptop and virtual work equipment kit provided.
Time off in lieu for work outside of core hours.