About the Role Associate Product Manager on the Product team, reporting to the Vice President Content & Curriculum K12. This role focuses on conceptualizing, validating, and developing e-learning solutions for K‑12 classrooms across Canada. Key Accountabilities Comprehensive Market Research and Product Conceptualization (20%) Utilize a range of research tools (field calls, focus groups, surveys, concept reviews, product testing, industry best practices, user data, internal feedback, classroom observation, subject area conferences) to identify and validate student and teacher personas, and new e‑learning resource opportunities that enable personalized, student‑ and teacher‑centric experiences, save teachers time, and support curriculum interpretation and pedagogical best practices. Business Case Development & Project Budgeting (5%) Identify project specifications and collaborate with the product team to develop budgets, business cases, and feature and functionality requirements. Product-in-Development Leadership (40%) Lead end‑to‑end development of digital student learning experiences and teacher instructional resources. Drive all phases of product design and creation—from visioning and content development to review and refinement—to increase engagement, achievement, and time savings. Define, manage, and prioritize product and user requirements. Communicate a clear, data‑informed product roadmap to internal stakeholders, securing alignment across leadership, product, and commercial teams. Support the design of structured learning pathways by mapping topics, sequencing lessons, and crafting clear learning objectives. Coordinate internal teams to deliver high‑quality resources, continuously optimizing workflows and leveraging AI tools to accelerate time‑to‑market. Monitor development progress, resolve blockers, and serve as the escalation point for critical product and customer issues. Author/Reviewer/Subject Matter Expert Acquisition and Relationship Management (30%) Identify, sign, manage, and cultivate key authors, reviewers, and subject matter experts to meet e‑learning resource expectations and optimize product positioning in the market. Market Launch Initiatives (5%) Collaborate with Product Marketing Manager to develop product‑related support materials (key benefits, instructional overviews, testimonials, FAQs, implementation tools, sales training) for market‑facing initiatives. Qualifications University degree is required. Minimum 3 years’ experience in K‑12 educational Ed‑Tech market with direct work with content creators. K‑12 teaching experience. Strong organizational and project management skills are an asset. Results‑oriented, strategic problem‑solver, innovator, creative thinker with strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal). Current understanding and knowledge of digital technologies, AI, digital learning tools, student learning in digital environments, and multimedia applications. Knowledge of the Canadian K‑12 landscape, curricula, instructional practices, and emerging educational trends. Ability to synthesize and communicate market needs and trends. Ability to separate opportunity from ambiguity and filter market noise. Exceptional relationship‑management skills for recruiting, managing, and mentoring internal and external authors, reviewers, editors, and digital content developers. Exceptional problem‑solving and risk‑mitigation skills. Entrepreneurial spirit. Willingness and ability to travel. Experience with SCRUM is an asset. Capacity to handle a high volume of work in a short period, multitask, and pivot priorities as needed. French language knowledge is an asset. Compensation The base salary range for this contract position starts at $85,000 per annum based on experience. This position may also be eligible for performance‑related incentive pay. Compensation is part of our broader total rewards package, which includes benefits and programs that support employee well‑being and growth. What We Offer This role is primarily on‑site with some hybrid flexibility, Monday to Friday, standard business hours. Commuter‑friendly location (Sheppard & Don Mills). Free parking on‑site. Free, convenient shuttle bus service from Don Mills Subway Station to and from the office. Access to on‑site fitness center and fitness classes. Access to LinkedIn Learning for continuous skill growth. Mentorship and professional development opportunities. A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for mental health, financial counselling, and more. AI and Automated Hiring Tools Nelson uses AI support tools in our applicant tracking system to help with tasks such as summarizing points and anonymizing applications. All candidate screening, assessments, and hiring decisions are done by people. Interview Outcome Notification Nelson is committed to keeping candidates informed. All candidates who attend an interview for a publicly advertised role will be notified of the outcome of their candidacy no later than 45 days after the last interview. Our Commitment Nelson is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status. We welcome accommodation requests during our recruitment and selection process. Please reach out to Our EDI Statement We are committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace environment as part of our company’s culture and mission. We believe in the power of education and our ability to impact social change. Truth, honesty, integrity, and respect guide our decisions and actions in the development of learning solutions that empower success for all educators and learners. We value a respectful, inclusive, and safe workplace that nurtures belonging and represents many different cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and opinions. Everyone is free to be who they are. We foster and continue to build relationships that are equitable, diverse, and inclusive with existing and future partners in education. We commit to holding ourselves accountable by creating measurable short and long‑term goals that place equity, diversity, and inclusion at the core of what we do in our resources, the workplace, the educational community, and the larger society. We strive to build an inclusive world for everyone. We are stronger together. #J-18808-Ljbffr