BASE Media Cloud Limited
Role: Product Manager - Content Management Lifecycle Contract: Full Time Location: London (Hybrid) Hours: 37.5 hours Position Overview: We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Product Manager to join one of our large program teams within technology at base. This hybrid role combines the strategic vision of a product manager, the analytical mindset of a business analyst, and the technical understanding of a product owner. Your primary focus will be on streamlining operations pertaining to content lifecycle and master data management within the overall media supply chains, with particular focus on rights management and content insights. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our systems accurately capture, manage, and utilize master data (including title, rights, and assets) to drive operational efficiency, monetization, and compliance. Key Responsibilities: Product Ownership Support: Client-facing role, driving roadmap and gathering requirements ensuring execution of product rollout that aligns with business goals and company strategy. Translate stakeholder needs into user stories, process diagrams, acceptance criteria, and technical specs Requirements Gathering: Lead discovery sessions with legal, business affairs, content operations, global rights operations, finance and technology teams to gather and document business and system requirements Content Lifecycle Understanding: Analyze the rights and restrictions associated with content throughout its lifecycle - from acquisition, production, and distribution to archiving and monetization Rights Management Systems: Act as the subject matter expert (SME) on rights systems (e.g., Rightsline, or custom platforms), supporting enhancements and integrations with other enterprise systems. Monitor industry trends, competitor performance, and audience preferences to support media product innovation Workflow Optimization: Identify and propose improvements to workflows that handle rights data, ensuring accurate and timely metadata entry, validation, and reporting Data Analysis: Analyze large data sets related to content usage and rights to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for automation or efficiency Stakeholder Collaboration: Bridge communication between technical teams, and client teams to translate needs into actionable features and insights Testing & Validation: Support UAT, system validations, and quality checks to ensure new features or fixes meet business requirements Documentation: Create clear, detailed documentation including process flows, use cases, user stories, and training materials AI: Champion the use of AI and machine learning to automate time-consuming media processes - e.g., audience insights Monetization: Understanding of media monetization strategies (e.g., ad-based, subscription, licensing) Collaboration: Work closely with senior leadership to define KPIs and build comprehensive dashboards and reports that track performance across key business areas Market Research: Conduct competitive benchmarking, market research, and trend analysis to identify growth opportunities and areas for innovation Communication: Present insights and recommendations to executive leadership in a clear, strategic, and data-driven manner Required Skills & Experience: Experience: 7+ years in a hybrid Product Manager, Product Owner, or Business Analyst role, ideally within the media, entertainment, or content production/distribution industries Domain Expertise: In-depth knowledge of global Content Rights Management processes and systems; understanding of content licensing, territorial rights, exclusivity, and windows and clearances and releases processes for tracking rights against art/music/sfx/appearances etc. Technical Acumen: Experience with rights management systems and data platforms; comfortable navigating APIs, databases, and workflow automation tools Analytical Thinking: Ability to translate complex legal and business concepts into actionable product requirements Agile and waterfall Product Development: Familiarity with Agile and waterfall methodologies, backlog management, user story creation, and sprint planning Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Tools: Proficient in tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Tableau/PowerBI, SQL, and Excel; Familiarity with Rightsline or similar platforms Experience integrating global rights management into global "Digital" and social media platforms and endpoints (e.g. Facebook, Insta, Bluesky, X, other social media, etc.) Hands on experience with: AI-driven automation tools (e.g., transcription, localization, smart clip generation, recommendation engines) Rights & catalogue management systems (e.g., Rightsline) Social media publishing platforms with AI scheduling, optimization, and analytics Clipping and promo tools Post-production platforms Previous experience with the process of integrating into specific enterprise systems like financial platforms and products, royalties, and contract systems for reporting and compliance Ensure seamless integration between MAM/DAM systems, scheduling tools, AI models, metadata pipelines, and streaming infrastructure Familiarity with media platforms (YouTube, TikTok, streaming services) and digital advertising metrics Proficiency with Agile tools like JIRA, Confluence, Figma, Airtable, and Lucidchart Understanding of cloud infrastructure, media file formats, and metadata standards is a plus Change management and transformation experience Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in media, Computer Science, Business, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications in AI or media product development are a bonus Background in media law, intellectual property, or digital asset management (DAM) is a plus Certification in Product Management, Agile (Scrum/SAFe), or Business Analysis (CBAP, PMI-PBA) is desirable Familiarity with global regulators (OFCOM, FCC, etc) and global M&E legal review processes would be beneficial About base Cloud Native Media Services Reimagining workflows in the cloud base is on a mission to democratize cloud services for all businesses helping them to store, process and manage content at scale with integrated online media solutions. base's one provider model offers affordable cloud storage, media asset management, and media workflow integrations. Each solution includes tailored support strengthened with ISO27001-certified security practices at every layer. We enable our customers to centralize, secure and efficiently index media files in one content hub. base provides award-winning cloud services to a range of clients across multiple industries, including global online video brands like LADbible Group, cutting-edge sports podcasts such as High Performance, and prestigious film and broadcast studios such as Twickenham Film Studios and Narrative Entertainment. The culture at base is a core aspect of the business. The following values underpin the day-to-day working culture at the company: We are bold. We are honest. We are empathetic. We are collaborative. We are curious. Application Process: Please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience to .
Role: Product Manager - Content Management Lifecycle Contract: Full Time Location: London (Hybrid) Hours: 37.5 hours Position Overview: We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Product Manager to join one of our large program teams within technology at base. This hybrid role combines the strategic vision of a product manager, the analytical mindset of a business analyst, and the technical understanding of a product owner. Your primary focus will be on streamlining operations pertaining to content lifecycle and master data management within the overall media supply chains, with particular focus on rights management and content insights. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our systems accurately capture, manage, and utilize master data (including title, rights, and assets) to drive operational efficiency, monetization, and compliance. Key Responsibilities: Product Ownership Support: Client-facing role, driving roadmap and gathering requirements ensuring execution of product rollout that aligns with business goals and company strategy. Translate stakeholder needs into user stories, process diagrams, acceptance criteria, and technical specs Requirements Gathering: Lead discovery sessions with legal, business affairs, content operations, global rights operations, finance and technology teams to gather and document business and system requirements Content Lifecycle Understanding: Analyze the rights and restrictions associated with content throughout its lifecycle - from acquisition, production, and distribution to archiving and monetization Rights Management Systems: Act as the subject matter expert (SME) on rights systems (e.g., Rightsline, or custom platforms), supporting enhancements and integrations with other enterprise systems. Monitor industry trends, competitor performance, and audience preferences to support media product innovation Workflow Optimization: Identify and propose improvements to workflows that handle rights data, ensuring accurate and timely metadata entry, validation, and reporting Data Analysis: Analyze large data sets related to content usage and rights to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for automation or efficiency Stakeholder Collaboration: Bridge communication between technical teams, and client teams to translate needs into actionable features and insights Testing & Validation: Support UAT, system validations, and quality checks to ensure new features or fixes meet business requirements Documentation: Create clear, detailed documentation including process flows, use cases, user stories, and training materials AI: Champion the use of AI and machine learning to automate time-consuming media processes - e.g., audience insights Monetization: Understanding of media monetization strategies (e.g., ad-based, subscription, licensing) Collaboration: Work closely with senior leadership to define KPIs and build comprehensive dashboards and reports that track performance across key business areas Market Research: Conduct competitive benchmarking, market research, and trend analysis to identify growth opportunities and areas for innovation Communication: Present insights and recommendations to executive leadership in a clear, strategic, and data-driven manner Required Skills & Experience: Experience: 7+ years in a hybrid Product Manager, Product Owner, or Business Analyst role, ideally within the media, entertainment, or content production/distribution industries Domain Expertise: In-depth knowledge of global Content Rights Management processes and systems; understanding of content licensing, territorial rights, exclusivity, and windows and clearances and releases processes for tracking rights against art/music/sfx/appearances etc. Technical Acumen: Experience with rights management systems and data platforms; comfortable navigating APIs, databases, and workflow automation tools Analytical Thinking: Ability to translate complex legal and business concepts into actionable product requirements Agile and waterfall Product Development: Familiarity with Agile and waterfall methodologies, backlog management, user story creation, and sprint planning Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Tools: Proficient in tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Tableau/PowerBI, SQL, and Excel; Familiarity with Rightsline or similar platforms Experience integrating global rights management into global "Digital" and social media platforms and endpoints (e.g. Facebook, Insta, Bluesky, X, other social media, etc.) Hands on experience with: AI-driven automation tools (e.g., transcription, localization, smart clip generation, recommendation engines) Rights & catalogue management systems (e.g., Rightsline) Social media publishing platforms with AI scheduling, optimization, and analytics Clipping and promo tools Post-production platforms Previous experience with the process of integrating into specific enterprise systems like financial platforms and products, royalties, and contract systems for reporting and compliance Ensure seamless integration between MAM/DAM systems, scheduling tools, AI models, metadata pipelines, and streaming infrastructure Familiarity with media platforms (YouTube, TikTok, streaming services) and digital advertising metrics Proficiency with Agile tools like JIRA, Confluence, Figma, Airtable, and Lucidchart Understanding of cloud infrastructure, media file formats, and metadata standards is a plus Change management and transformation experience Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in media, Computer Science, Business, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications in AI or media product development are a bonus Background in media law, intellectual property, or digital asset management (DAM) is a plus Certification in Product Management, Agile (Scrum/SAFe), or Business Analysis (CBAP, PMI-PBA) is desirable Familiarity with global regulators (OFCOM, FCC, etc) and global M&E legal review processes would be beneficial About base Cloud Native Media Services Reimagining workflows in the cloud base is on a mission to democratize cloud services for all businesses helping them to store, process and manage content at scale with integrated online media solutions. base's one provider model offers affordable cloud storage, media asset management, and media workflow integrations. Each solution includes tailored support strengthened with ISO27001-certified security practices at every layer. We enable our customers to centralize, secure and efficiently index media files in one content hub. base provides award-winning cloud services to a range of clients across multiple industries, including global online video brands like LADbible Group, cutting-edge sports podcasts such as High Performance, and prestigious film and broadcast studios such as Twickenham Film Studios and Narrative Entertainment. The culture at base is a core aspect of the business. The following values underpin the day-to-day working culture at the company: We are bold. We are honest. We are empathetic. We are collaborative. We are curious. Application Process: Please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience to .
Aspect Resources
Tadley, Hampshire
Job Title: Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Aldermaston, Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate: £81.74/hr(Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential: SC (Security Clearance) 5+ years Public Procurement experience Negotiating Stripping costs from contracts Supplier Relationship Management Ability to influence and deliver Stakeholder Management at various levels, internal and external Ability to work autonomously Has worked similar size of contract Knowledge of MOD or working with MOD, 3+ years (worst case would accept public sector experience) Has experience doing competitive flexible procurement on PA23. Open framework experience Desirable: ERP experience An IT Background Background in integrating systems, eg SAP or similar Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories, balancing short and long-term objectives to meet business strategy and efficiencies (savings) in alignment with business stakeholders. Support and execute complex strategic sourcing activities in line with approved category strategies and preferred suppliers list, including the execution of the RFx process, supplier evaluation and selection, contract negotiation, business award and contract handover to the business, in compliance with the business requirements as well as policies and directives, including Code of Conduct and Code of Business Ethics. Responsible for contractual and commercial management and effective contract administration to the relevant team providing commercial assurance to deliver commercial value. Support and execute Supplier Relationship Management for key and critical suppliers within the sub-group of categories, including supplier segmentation, contract management, supplier risks identification and mitigation and suppliers performance. Identify and develop supplier value including planning and participating to external management review meetings with segmented suppliers (Management Business Reviews and Executive Business Reviews) in accordance with Supplier Relationship Management framework and the agreed supplier strategy. Support and provide input to the Process and Performance team as appropriate. Support the development and interface with the Service Centre. Key Responsibilities: Consistently demonstrating positive behaviours in line with the company's environmental, sustainability, safety, health, security, quality and ethics standards. Category Management Drive and implement Category Strategy to deliver cost effective category solutions and business models. Supplier base management and supplier classification (Preferred Supplier List PSL), securing competition in the supplier base. Implement ways of working according to Category Management Framework including the delivery of Category targets and KPI s for assigned group of spend categories. Business Intelligence, benchmark and market insight to support category development. Contribute to the long-term business ensuring competitive initial cost and total cost development in the product and service life cycle and maintenance of the specific supplier contract for products and services. Contract Management Prepare and execute a Contract which is appropriate to the scope, value and risk outlined in the sourcing strategy, ensuring all relevant stakeholders have contributed and approved as appropriate. Administer the Contract in accordance with all of the terms and conditions ensuring contract compliance. Ensure appropriate management of commercial risks, forecast spend and change impacts with key stakeholders. Supplier Relationship Management Suppliers segmented and managed (quality, performance, risk) in accordance with the Supplier Relationship Management Framework Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (phone number removed). We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know. To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)
Job Title: Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Aldermaston, Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate: £81.74/hr(Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential: SC (Security Clearance) 5+ years Public Procurement experience Negotiating Stripping costs from contracts Supplier Relationship Management Ability to influence and deliver Stakeholder Management at various levels, internal and external Ability to work autonomously Has worked similar size of contract Knowledge of MOD or working with MOD, 3+ years (worst case would accept public sector experience) Has experience doing competitive flexible procurement on PA23. Open framework experience Desirable: ERP experience An IT Background Background in integrating systems, eg SAP or similar Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories, balancing short and long-term objectives to meet business strategy and efficiencies (savings) in alignment with business stakeholders. Support and execute complex strategic sourcing activities in line with approved category strategies and preferred suppliers list, including the execution of the RFx process, supplier evaluation and selection, contract negotiation, business award and contract handover to the business, in compliance with the business requirements as well as policies and directives, including Code of Conduct and Code of Business Ethics. Responsible for contractual and commercial management and effective contract administration to the relevant team providing commercial assurance to deliver commercial value. Support and execute Supplier Relationship Management for key and critical suppliers within the sub-group of categories, including supplier segmentation, contract management, supplier risks identification and mitigation and suppliers performance. Identify and develop supplier value including planning and participating to external management review meetings with segmented suppliers (Management Business Reviews and Executive Business Reviews) in accordance with Supplier Relationship Management framework and the agreed supplier strategy. Support and provide input to the Process and Performance team as appropriate. Support the development and interface with the Service Centre. Key Responsibilities: Consistently demonstrating positive behaviours in line with the company's environmental, sustainability, safety, health, security, quality and ethics standards. Category Management Drive and implement Category Strategy to deliver cost effective category solutions and business models. Supplier base management and supplier classification (Preferred Supplier List PSL), securing competition in the supplier base. Implement ways of working according to Category Management Framework including the delivery of Category targets and KPI s for assigned group of spend categories. Business Intelligence, benchmark and market insight to support category development. Contribute to the long-term business ensuring competitive initial cost and total cost development in the product and service life cycle and maintenance of the specific supplier contract for products and services. Contract Management Prepare and execute a Contract which is appropriate to the scope, value and risk outlined in the sourcing strategy, ensuring all relevant stakeholders have contributed and approved as appropriate. Administer the Contract in accordance with all of the terms and conditions ensuring contract compliance. Ensure appropriate management of commercial risks, forecast spend and change impacts with key stakeholders. Supplier Relationship Management Suppliers segmented and managed (quality, performance, risk) in accordance with the Supplier Relationship Management Framework Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (phone number removed). We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know. To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)
