Product Manager, EMEA
Airbnb · London, England, United Kingdom
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- €123,000 / year
- London, England, United Kingdom
Job highlights
- Lead product strategy in the EMEA region.
- Drive product innovation for global consumer products.
- Collaborate with international and local teams.
- Translate user needs into product features.
- Manage product lifecycle from concept to release.
About the role
About Airbnb
Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.
The Community You Will Join
Our Product Marketing team imagines the ideal experience for our community and works backwards, creating innovative products that delight our guests and hosts. They deeply understand the needs of our users and translate these into a product strategy that combines strong product thinking and deep research. They partner with talented cross-functional team members across engineering, design, operations, data science, and more, leading teams to execute a shared vision. They are incredibly detail-oriented, hands on and excellent communicators, capable of crafting compelling stories for both internal and external audiences.
The Difference You Will Make
The International Product Marketing team is part of the worldwide Product Marketing team and we are looking for entrepreneurial product experts who are ready to jump in, roll their sleeves up and integrate with local teams, while maintaining close alignment with the global organization. This role will help build out the new functional area outside of the US and will be instrumental in shaping the organization as it evolves. The cross functional model we use at Airbnb requires close partnerships across multiple teams – this role requires a highly collaborative, flexible individual who can influence and collaborate with teams across the world.
As the Product Manager based in our EMEA region, you will report to the Product Marketing Director for International Markets. You will play a pivotal role in understanding the needs, pain points, and wants of users and translate those insights into innovative product features, capabilities and marketing strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the travel industry at a market and broader regional level, and have a proven track record of driving product innovation. You will collaborate with the global business and country teams to develop partnerships that accelerate existing and new businesses. You will drive features in major releases and for test and learn pilots, after having successfully championed for customization and features for your target country/region. You will also determine how they are communicated to the public and the media in your region in partnership with the communications and marketing teams. You are responsible for the success of Airbnb products throughout their life cycle — from concept to release. You will be the voice of our products for the market in your region and love the journey from taking a product from idea to reality.
Location
This role is based either in London or Paris (or within easy commuting distance of these cities).
A Typical Day:
- Build deep expertise on Airbnb in your market/region through user research, marketplace data, and an understanding of the competitive landscape and be capable of synthesizing in a cohort product story input from multiple stakeholders and sources.
- Work with other functional leaders in your market/region to articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for Airbnb products and new businesses.
- Implement best-in-class product development and management practices.
- Maintain and articulate a product feature and roadmap prioritization plan in collaboration with local teams.
- Advocate for and execute new products that deliver impact for our business and users.
- Communicate concisely and influence outcomes across all levels of the company, including country and regional executive teams.
- Drive alignment across product teams (Technology, Design) and key cross-functional partners (Business, Supply, FP&A, Marketing, Global Operations, Customer Support, Trust, etc.) to ensure initiatives are prioritized for wider roll-out or piloted to test and learn.
- Define goals and success with clearly measurable objectives and key results for your area.
- Build and seamlessly integrate partnerships in your country/region that expand existing businesses and build new ones.
- Navigate regulatory and government requirements in partnership with Policy/Comms and regions/markets.
- Craft the product narrative and marketing strategies that communicate the benefits and features of our products both internally and externally in collaboration with comms and other cross functional partners.
- Develop and deliver engaging product demos to press, showcasing key features and functionalities.
Your Expertise:
- 8-12 years of product management experience.
- Fluency in English and at least one other European language (strong preference for Spanish, French, or German) due to market needs.
- Demonstrated track record of product leadership.
- Comfortable with doing individual contributor product management work.
- Success in building and scaling global consumer products and ecosystems that people love.
- Experience creating product messaging and delivering to customers and the media.
- Entrepreneurial track record of taking an idea to reality – start up experience a plus while capable of operating in a larger organization.
- Ability to effectively use data and perform business analysis to support product strategy/decisions.
- Capable of driving execution across teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Highly collaborative and results oriented.
Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging:
Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Key skills/competency
- Product Management
- EMEA Market Expertise
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Product Strategy
- Market Research
- Data Analysis
- Consumer Products
- Entrepreneurship
- Communication
- Leadership
Skills & topics
- Product Manager
- Product Marketing
- EMEA
- International Markets
- Travel Industry
- Consumer Products
- Product Strategy
- Market Research
- Data Analysis
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Leadership
- Entrepreneurship
- London
- Paris
- Spain
- France
- Germany
- English Fluency
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 8-12 years of product management experience and any relevant European language fluency, focusing on global consumer products and entrepreneurial success.
- Craft a compelling application: Emphasize your track record in product leadership, ability to use data for strategic decisions, and cross-functional collaboration skills in your cover letter.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience driving product innovation, understanding market needs, and your approach to managing product lifecycles, using specific examples from your past roles.
- Showcase your regional expertise: Articulate your understanding of the EMEA travel market and your experience in adapting products for specific regions, demonstrating your ability to influence diverse teams.
- Network and research: Understand Airbnb's mission, values, and their commitment to inclusion and belonging. Look for connections on LinkedIn who may work in product marketing or international roles.
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Frequently asked questions
- What European languages are most preferred for the Product Manager, EMEA role at Airbnb?
- For the Product Manager, EMEA position at Airbnb, fluency in English is required, and there is a strong preference for Spanish, French, or German due to the specific market needs in the region.
- How many years of experience are typically required for a Product Manager at Airbnb?
- Airbnb generally looks for candidates with 8-12 years of product management experience for roles such as the Product Manager, EMEA position. This experience should include a demonstrated track record of product leadership and success in scaling global consumer products.
- What is the work arrangement for the Product Manager, EMEA role at Airbnb?
- The Product Manager, EMEA role is based in either London or Paris, or within easy commuting distance of these cities. While not explicitly stated as remote, it implies a presence in these specific European locations.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Product Manager at Airbnb?
- Key responsibilities include building market expertise, articulating product vision and strategy, implementing product development best practices, prioritizing roadmaps, advocating for new products, driving alignment across cross-functional teams, defining success metrics, building partnerships, navigating regulations, and crafting product narratives and marketing strategies for the EMEA region.
- Does Airbnb value startup experience for its Product Manager roles?
- Yes, Airbnb values an entrepreneurial track record. Startup experience is considered a plus for the Product Manager, EMEA role, demonstrating the ability to take an idea from concept to reality while also being capable of operating within a larger organization.
- How does Airbnb approach product development and management?
- Airbnb emphasizes implementing best-in-class product development and management practices. This includes a strong focus on user research, data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and a structured approach to product roadmaps and feature prioritization to deliver impactful products.
- What is the typical career level for an Airbnb Product Manager?
- The role of Product Manager at Airbnb, such as the EMEA position, generally aligns with mid-to-senior career levels, requiring 8-12 years of experience and demonstrating product leadership. However, Airbnb notes that job titles may span more than one career level.
- How does Airbnb ensure success for its products in different regions?
- Airbnb ensures regional success by having Product Managers integrate with local teams, championing customization and features for target countries/regions, and collaborating with global business and country teams. They also partner with communications and marketing to tailor public messaging.