Product Manager
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Product Manager
Salary range: 55000pa - 65000pa
Location: Hybrid - travel client site as and when required
Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited
Methods is a 100M IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based we apply our skills in transformation delivery and collaboration from across the Methods Group to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred safe and designed for the future.
Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies system integrators and software houses - with people technology and data at the heart of who we are we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients staff communities and the planet.
We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them.
Predominantly focused on the public-sector Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio.
Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022.
Requirements
Your role
We are looking for an experienced Product Manager to join our team. As a Product Manager you will be a practitioner in product management tools and techniques. You will work closely with the Methods product manager community other disciplines within our wider digital team and the client you are assigned to.
You will contribute to creating an environment that fosters knowledge sharing best practice and continuous improvement where all team members have a valued voice.
In addition you will be responsible for building your own capability and sharing learnings with your team promoting a supportive and collaborative work culture.
Methods is known for its high-quality delivery and innovation in a competitive marketplace. As a Methods Product Manager you will also represent Methods within your client work promoting our product management approach and Methods brand driving the growth and success of our consultancy.
Your responsibilities will include:
Owning a vision and strategy for your product.
Developing a product strategy and appropriate artefacts to effectively communicate plans and get stakeholder buy-in.
Understanding how policy and/or technology constraints affect the development of your products working within these and challenging when necessary.
Creating digital services for the benefits of the user and championing user needs.
Translating user and business needs into a clear product strategy.
Using your knowledge of user needs and business goals to frame problems and set priorities for your delivery team.
Leading services through the various lifecycle stages following Service Manual standards & principles.
Making evidence-based decisions using data to deliver value and meaningful outcomes
Actively participating in the Product Community of Practice.
Keeping abreast of changes and trends in the product management sector.
In addition to these responsibilities you will be required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required.
We are looking for people who:
Have a passion for product management and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Take a problem focused approach to your work with good knowledge of product management methods and approaches and experience applying a range of product tools and techniques to achieve positive outcomes.
Have worked with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver successful products that solve the problem identified and meet user needs.
Effectively engage with users and stakeholders to create validate and deliver the vision and strategy for your product.
Focus on the best outcomes for users and getting buy-in from stakeholders for these.
Advocate the importance of accessibility and let it influence your decision making.
Deliver products/services that meet user needs and business requirements.
Understand how to measure performance outcomes and value for your product
Have experience of the application of product management in the public sector particularly of the Service Manual principles and standards.
This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website . If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria then your employment may be delayed or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.
Benefits
Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy.
By joining us you can expect
- Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
- Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
- Strong inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
- A supportive and collaborative environment
Development access to LinkedIn Learning a management development programme and training
Wellness 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme
Flexible Working including home working and part time
Social office parties breakfast Tuesdays monthly pizza Thursdays Thirsty Thursdays and commitment to charitable causes
Time Off 25 days of annual leave a year plus bank holidays with the option to buy 5 extra days each year
Volunteering 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation
Pension Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution
Discretionary Company Bonus based on company and individual performance
Life Assurance of 4 times base salary
Private Medical Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
Worldwide Travel Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
Travel season ticket loan cycle to work scheme
For a full list of benefits please visit our website ( Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
