Lead Product Manager

Lead Product Manager

Posted 4 days ago by Anson McCade

£700 Per day
Outside
Remote
England, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of Lead Product Manager involves leading agile product development for a UK Defence client within a digital transformation consultancy. The position requires expertise in user-centered design and agile methodologies to create bespoke digital products. The contract is for 6 months and is classified as outside IR35. The role is remote-first, allowing for flexible working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Lead agile product development teams through discovery, alpha, beta, and live phases.
  • Prioritise features and backlogs based on user needs, business goals, and technical feasibility.
  • Champion user-centred design and data-driven decision-making.
  • Ensure compliance with GDS standards and defence governance frameworks.

Key Skills:

  • Proven track record as a Senior Product Manager in central government or defence sectors.
  • Strong understanding of agile methodologies and product lifecycle management.
  • Experience working with multidisciplinary teams including designers, developers, and delivery managers.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with GDS service standards and digital delivery practices.

Salary (Rate): £700 daily

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Lead Product Manager – SC Cleared Remote-first – Contract – 6 months Outside IR35 - £600-700 p/d Currently in search of a Senior Product Manager to join one of the UK’s leading digital transformation consultancies engaged with a UK Defence client. As a Senior Product Manager you will be an expert within user-centred and agile delivery supporting the creation of bespoke digital products within central government and defence environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Lead agile product development teams through discovery, alpha, beta, and live phases.
  • Prioritise features and backlogs based on user needs, business goals, and technical feasibility.
  • Champion user-centred design and data-driven decision-making.
  • Ensure compliance with GDS standards and defence governance frameworks.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Proven track record as a Senior Product Manager in central government or defence sectors.
  • Strong understanding of agile methodologies and product lifecycle management.
  • Experience working with multidisciplinary teams including designers, developers, and delivery managers.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with GDS service standards and digital delivery practices.

Get in touch with Connor Smyth at Anson McCade to hear more about our Senior Product Manager opportunity!