Product Manager (Digital Networks)
Posted 5 days ago by Matchtech
£70 Per hour
Inside
Hybrid
Preston, Lancashire
Summary: Our client in the defence and security sector is looking for a Head of Digital Networks Product Group to lead digital networks initiatives. This hybrid contract role involves building capabilities, sourcing suppliers, and managing a team. The position is based in either Preston or Frimley and is crucial for operationalizing new roles and overseeing IT service management functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Building and operating the digital networks capability
- Going to market to source network and workplace providers
- Setting up and operationalising the new roles
- Collaborating with new suppliers to establish effective working relationships
- Overseeing IT service management functions
- Managing service strategy and tactical changes
- Leading a team, including three direct reports
Key Skills:
- Experience in product management within the IT, defence, or security industry
- Proven background in roles such as Product Owner, Head of Networks, Product Manager, or Network Operations Manager
- Strong strategic and tactical change management skills
- Understanding of IT service management principles
- Proficiency in collaborating with and managing suppliers
- Excellent team leadership and project management capabilities
Salary (Rate): £70/hour
City: Preston
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Our client, a key player in the defence and security sector, is seeking a Head of Digital Networks Product Group to lead and manage its digital networks initiatives. This contract position is based in either Preston or Frimley with hybrid working arrangements. The role is crucial for building and operating the capability within the business and engaging with new suppliers to source network and workplace providers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Building and operating the digital networks capability
- Going to market to source network and workplace providers
- Setting up and operationalising the new roles
- Collaborating with new suppliers to establish effective working relationships
- Overseeing IT service management functions
- Managing service strategy and tactical changes
- Leading a team, including three direct reports
Job Requirements:
- Experience in product management within the IT, defence, or security industry
- Proven background in roles such as Product Owner, Head of Networks, Product Manager, or Network Operations Manager
- Strong strategic and tactical change management skills
- Understanding of IT service management principles
- Proficiency in collaborating with and managing suppliers
- Excellent team leadership and project management capabilities
Job Details:
- Location: Preston or Frimley (Hybrid working arrangement initially on-site, then more remote)
- Contract Duration: 9 months
- Start Date: ASAP
- Security Level: BPSS + SC in flight, UK Eyes Only
- Contract Type: Inside IR35
If you have significant experience in product management within the defence or IT sectors and are ready to lead a dynamic team focused on digital networks, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's innovative team.