Principal Product Manager – Data Foundations

London, UK

At GWI we’re always looking for extraordinary people who thrive on making an extraordinary impact. We’re looking for a Principal Product Manager to own the strategic roadmap for our core data foundations and BAU data products (e.g., RMP, Pollpass, Chronicle, Export Manager, Autocoding). This role reports to the Director of Data product and works closely with the CPO and senior engineering leadership.

Overview

It’s a high-tempo environment focused on reliability, scalability, and commercial impact of data products while enabling others to focus on innovation and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Own the strategic roadmap for core data foundations and BAU data products (e.g., RMP, Pollpass, Chronicle, Export Manager, Autocoding).
• Ensure data products are reliable, scalable, and commercially impactful.
• Collaborate with the Director of Data product, CPO, and senior engineering leadership.

What you’ll need to bring

• Strong strategic product leadership skills with the ability to operate close to delivery.
• Ability to balance long-term transformation projects (modernising infrastructure, improving scalability, governance) with short-term BAU delivery.
• Confidence to lead cross-functional initiatives involving engineering, research, and commercial stakeholders.
• Attitude aligned with GWI values: think big, ask why, and show respect to everyone at every level.

Interview steps

1. Preliminary phone call with the Talent Team (no video required).
2. First video interview with the hiring managers.
3. Second (final) video interview with the hiring panel, often including a presentation, followed by a values conversation with the wider GWI community.
4. Additional stages may apply as part of the process.

About GWI

GWI is modernized consumer research; global, on-demand, and accessible to everyone, not just data experts. Our platform provides data on consumers’ values, purchase journeys, media usage, and social media habits across 52+ countries and nearly 3 billion people.

Since launching in 2009, we have grown steadily and we’re looking for extraordinary people to join us.

What’s in it for me?

• Tons of days off: 25 days annual leave + Xmas office closures
• Great work-life balance: Flexitime, early Friday finishes, work-from-anywhere options
• Family-focused flexibility: Carer days, enhanced parental leave, health cash plan
• Commitment to you: Accredited learning programs, mental and physical health support, recognition programs, career development
• Commitment to the community: DEI initiatives, volunteering options, donation matching, payroll giving

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

GWI prioritises DEI as part of our culture and values. We strive for diverse teams and inclusive offices, reflecting the global data we work with. As a Disability Confident employer, we provide reasonable adjustments during recruitment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

How to apply

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. You can express interest through the standard application process.

Note: We do not sponsor visas for this role.