Job Description
We're seeking Senior Product Managers for permanent and contract opportunities (3 months initially, with extension potential) on public sector and defence projects. Active SC clearance required.
Location: London (hybrid). Permanent salary: £65,000-£80,000. Contract: £500/day inside IR35.
You'll drive digital product development in demanding environments - working alongside client stakeholders and delivery teams.
This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on execution, helping define direction while tackling real-world delivery challenges like Legacy systems and policy shifts.
Key Responsibilities
Help shape product vision, roadmaps, and focus areas for client projects
Engage stakeholders to uncover requirements, test hypotheses, and refine problem statements
Drive daily product activities across cross-functional teams (tech, UX, analytics)
Convert vague needs into prioritised, executable task lists
Ensure delivery stays user-centred amid operational rules and compliance demands
Handle emerging risks, interdependencies, and execution hurdles
Support internal product practices and methodologies
Essential Experience
Proven Product Management background, with senior-level exposure
Track record launching digital services in government, public sector, or defence contexts
Experience navigating regulated, secure, or high-stakes environments
Strong stakeholder engagement and client-team collaboration skills
Practical, delivery-focused mindset-adept at partnering with developers and designers
Sound decision-making in unclear situations
Knowledge of GDS principles and service guidelines
Work in defence, national security, or similar domains
Consulting background or multi-client project delivery
