Job Vacancy - Maternity Cover Product Development Manager

Who we are

SwimTrek is a leading provider of open-water swimming holidays, delivering exceptional experiences for our guests across some of the world’s most beautiful swimming locations. We pride ourselves on offering personalized, high-quality service and creating unforgettable memories for our customers. We embrace diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to drive innovation and create an inclusive culture where all employees can thrive. If you need any special arrangements, please let us know.

Product Development Manager - Maternity leave cover

About the role

Supported by the Head of Product, the Product Development Manager will work on the innovation of ideas into winning concepts and products, guiding them through the full life-cycle development from idea to launch. A central strategic role guiding the overall programme plan. Also supporting and influencing the development and re-positioning of SwimTrek existing products to better meet guests’ needs, brand suitability and balance the portfolio. Ensuring each development meets targeted commercial, guests and brand needs.

Specifically, you will be responsible for:

  • Product Strategy and Planning
  • Research, Analysis and Forecasting
  • Product Development and Management
  • Relationship Management
  • Commercial Management
  • Quality Management

Personal profile:

  • Friendly and enthusiastic personality
  • Agile & dynamic thought processes
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills and ability to demonstrate flexibility and initiative
  • Ability to build professional relationships with people from a range of backgrounds and cultures adapting the message accordingly
  • Collaborate working and influencing skills
  • Ability to negotiate with a variety of different suppliers
  • Ability to support implementation of effective systems for all aspects of SwimTrek’s Product offering and improve processes
  • Excellent problem-solving and creative thinking skills
  • Frequent travel overseas and be flexible with working hours
  • Ability to self-manage and motivate
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities
  • Ability to prioritise workloads against tight time frames
  • Keen attention to detail Ability to improve processes and systems
  • A swimmer who is open to Open water swimming

Job Information

Along with the salary, the role includes company benefits and is available for an immediate start. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as applications are received.

Why SwimTrek?
  • LOCATION: Office located on Brighton Beach (Sea Lanes) overlooking a 50m pool and the sea
  • SALARY: Market rate
  • HOLIDAYS: 33 days (inc. Bank Holidays)
  • PENSION: employer contribution
  • WORKING HOURS: Full time based on 37.5 hours a week
  • FLEXIBLE HOURS: Between 8AM-6PM with remote working options.
  • OTHER INCENTIVES (but not limited to):
    • Performance related bonus
    • Discounted travel
    • Personal budget for sporting challenge/professional development
    • Swim Coaching sessions
    • Team away trips

How to Apply

If you feel that you are the right person for this position and that you can bring the required skills to the role, please send your CV and a covering email detailing; what are the key aspects to consider when developing innovative world class swimming holidays. Use the SwimTrek website, other operators and customer needs wants to determine your answer, by 24 August 2025 to careers@swimtrek.com.

We value genuine motivation and personal tone. Applications that appear automated or AI-generated are unlikely to progress.

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so the position may be filled before the advertised closing date.

Make a splash with your career – join SwimTrek as our Product Development Manager Maternity leave cover!