Product Manager - Innovation
Job Description
Elior - A Workplace That Works for You
Our London and Macclesfield offices are more than just places to work - they're spaces to grow, connect, and thrive. With fantastic food, a supportive culture, and development opportunities, we make sure you feel valued every day.
What you'll be doing...
- Building strong relationships with priority clients through regular site visits, technology health checks and proactive performance discussions
- Identifying where existing technology solutions can be improved and proposing practical enhancements or new approaches
- Piloting new and innovative digital and AI solutions at site level, measuring impact and scaling successful ideas across the business
- Acting as a bridge between business needs and technical delivery, ensuring innovation is practical, scalable and commercially impactful
- Owning and managing product roadmaps and backlogs, translating insights into clearly prioritised requirements
- Working closely with Customer Technology, Retention, Development, Security and Service teams to align delivery with our strategic roadmap
- Identifying and evaluating emerging innovation and AI opportunities to enhance service delivery, efficiency and client experience
- Representing the business at technology and innovation events, bringing back insights to strengthen our innovation strategy and narrative
- Supporting retention bids by linking continuous improvement and innovation to future technology propositions
What can you bring?
- Proven experience in product management, ideally within digital, operational technology or multi‑site environments
- Strong stakeholder management and client‑facing skills, with confidence engaging both technical and non‑technical audiences
- Experience translating business needs into clear, actionable technical requirements
- A track record of leading pilots, managing product roadmaps and working cross‑functionally
- Solid experience with digital and AI‑enabled products, including an understanding of AI capabilities, limitations and ethical considerations
- A natural curiosity and passion for innovation, with the ability to turn bold ideas into practical, value‑driven solutions
- The confidence to work independently, influence others and challenge existing ways of working
- A willingness to spend time on site, understanding front‑line challenges and shaping solutions that genuinely work in practice
Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!
At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you:
- Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
- Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule.
- Plenty of Time to Unwind - generous holiday allowance of 33 days, with the option to buy more.
- Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
- Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
- Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
- Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks.
- Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
- Drive in Style - Enjoy a company car or car allowance
One small thing— we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.
Why You'll Love Working Here
We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.
And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.
Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!
We Celebrate You!
At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.
Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help!
Ready to join us? Hit 'Apply Now' and let's chat!
