Job Description

Location:

Reading, UK (Hybrid / Remote options available)

Type: Part time

- Later can be Full Time

About 1st Mall Ltd.

1st Mall Ltd is a UK-based technology company specializing in

eCommerce platforms, SaaS applications, AI-driven systems

, and

software solutions for education and retail sectors

. Our mission is to empower businesses with data-driven and easy-to-use technology.

Role Overview

We are seeking a

Technical Product Manager / Software & Business Developer

, ideally with a strong foundation in management and technology. This role bridges the gap between business strategy and software execution. You will lead product development, stakeholder engagement, feature planning, and work closely with our engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

Define

product vision, roadmap, and strategy

aligned with business goals. Translate business requirements into

technical specifications

and user stories. Lead cross-functional teams of developers, designers, QA, and operations. Monitor product performance, user feedback, and KPIs; propose improvements. Oversee

budgeting, resource allocation

, and timelines for development phases. Ensure

quality assurance

, release management, and deployment coordination. Integrate new features, such as

AI-driven analytics

, into existing systems (e.g. POS, school systems). Liaise with clients and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions. Maintain product documentation, market analysis, and competitive benchmarking.

Qualifications & Skills

Master's degree in Management

, Business Administration, or equivalent (e.g.

MSc Management

or similar). Strong interest and familiarity with software development, even if not a pure coder. Understanding of

Agile methodologies

, product lifecycle, and project management. Excellent

communication, leadership, and stakeholder management

skills. Analytical mindset -- ability to translate data into product decisions. Experience or exposure to

AI/ML features

, SaaS, or eCommerce is a plus. Familiarity with technical teams and software tools is beneficial, though you will not be required to code full-time.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunity to work on

innovative AI / automation projects

Cross-domain exposure to both business strategy and software execution Flexible working arrangements Support for continuous learning and career growth
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 37,157.44-49,500.00 per year

Expected hours: 5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: In person