Product / Portfolio Manager – Cyber Security

Oliver James

Oliver James Group is partnered with a global cyber security business that is considered a leader in defending organisations from real-world attacks alongside building clients’ resilience, advanced managed detection & response services, risk solutions and client asset protection solutions.

Oliver James Group is partnered with a global cyber security business that is considered a leader in defending organisations from real-world attacks alongside building clients’ resilience, advanced managed detection & response services, risk solutions and client asset protection solutions.

Our client seeks a Portfolio Manager to play a critical role in shaping a key moment in their current transformation.

The role can pay up to c£110,000 basic salary plus bonuses and broad benefits – and can be based remotely / hybrid basis with flexibility to travel to London offices.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate as many of the below desirables as possibles:-

• Seasoned Senior Product and/or Portfolio candidate (i.e. already acting as Senior Management or Lead)
• An understanding of technology services & products as a minimum – but if possible – a broad modern-day corporate cyber security function
• Typical Product / Portfolio responsibilities – i.e. full lifecycle management, design, implementation, direction, sales training
• Ideally, coming from a professional services environment – i.e. sales, vendor, B2B, consulting
• A background with working with sales teams; understanding their challenges and have empathy with hurdles they face.
• Understand the position of a client – i.e. why would they use your products, why would a client CISO engage, what does it take to be credible in front of a client.
• The ability to work across different teams, countries and cultures; understanding different views, taking onboard ways of working – but equally – having the style to influence and suggest new ideas and approaches.
• Develop and deliver sales and marketing materials, such as presentations, brochures, and webinars, that showcase the value proposition and benefits of our portfolio.
• Provide regular reports and insights on the portfolio performance, customer feedback, and market trends, using data and analytics tools.
• Collaborate with the sales, marketing, and delivery teams to ensure a smooth and consistent customer experience across the portfolio.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and persuade various stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team, managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Creative and analytical mindset, with a passion for innovation and customer satisfaction.