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Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) is seeking a highly experienced Director of Digital Products to lead the development and enhancement of its enterprise digital product portfolio. This pivotal role will be instrumental in realizing the University’s digital ambitions and delivering on its broader institutional strategy.
Located in the historic city of Canterbury, CCCU is a vibrant, values-driven university, home to over 30,000 students and 1,500 staff. With a strong civic mission and dedication to inclusive education, the University is making significant and transformative investments in its digital capabilities to improve the student and staff experience, drive operational efficiency, and ensure sustainability for the future.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Digital, Technology and Products, the Director of Digital Products will shape and deliver the vision, strategy, and operating model for the University’s digital product landscape. This senior leadership role is integral to the University’s transformative goals, ensuring digital products are strategically aligned, technically robust, and deliver tangible benefits for users and the institution.
As the Director of Digital Products, you will oversee the entire product lifecycle—from discovery and prioritization to delivery, optimization, and eventual retirement. Your work will embed a product-focused approach, fostering continuous improvement and ensuring the delivery of measurable value. Working across a complex digital ecosystem, you’ll establish clear product ownership, create outcome-oriented roadmaps, and implement governance frameworks to guide informed and transparent investment decisions.
This role sits at the nexus of product management, technology, architecture, and business change. You will collaborate closely with academic and professional service leaders to ensure digital solutions enhance user experiences, enable data-driven decision-making, and create sustainable, long-term impact. Additionally, you’ll strengthen commercial oversight by driving effective vendor management, cost efficiency, and return on investment across the product portfolio.
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a seasoned leader in digital or product management with a proven track record of leading product-centric transformations in complex organizations. You will have expertise in modern product operating models, including multidisciplinary teams, agile delivery methods, and prioritization driven by evidence and data. A solid understanding of enterprise systems, integration, and architecture principles is essential.
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and influencing skills and be adept at engaging senior stakeholders, uniting diverse teams around shared priorities, and conveying complex technical concepts in ways that drive meaningful outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to shape a dynamic, user-focused digital environment and create lasting value in a mission-focused organization.
To learn more about the role, organization, and application process, please review the candidate brochure here: [CCCU – Director of Digital Products].
Applications and Selection Process
This campaign is being supported by MRG. To arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Sian Gardiner at [email protected].
Applications should include a CV and a detailed covering letter and must be sent to [email protected] and [email protected].
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 14th June 2026, with interviews scheduled to take place at the University on Thursday, 16th July 2026.
Diversity and Inclusion
Canterbury Christ Church University is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where different perspectives and voices can thrive. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and look forward to hearing from candidates who share our values and vision