The Role and the Team
Near Me is one of Blue Light Card's most forward-looking bets bringing our verified member base into local commerce, connecting members with businesses and offers close to them. It's an initiative that's still being shaped in real time, not one inheriting a settled roadmap. The team is small, cross-functional, and moving with intent.
As Product Manager for Near Me, you'll own the day-to-day heartbeat of the product: the backlog, the decisions that keep delivery moving, and the translation of strategy into work the team can actually build against. You'll work closely with a Head of Product on strategy and vision, alongside a Business Analyst, Engineering, and Design, and an initiative lead who holds the strategic direction.
This is a hands-on, in-the-detail role. The expectation is clear: you're here to turn direction into a sequenced, buildable backlog and to make the calls that keep the team moving, week by week, sprint by sprint. This is a six-month fixed-term contract.
What You'll Do
Own and prioritise the sprint backlog for Near Me, keeping it clear, sequenced, and genuinely ready for the team to pick up
Write PRDs that give Engineering and Design everything they need to start work with confidence, covering problem framing, requirements, acceptance criteria, and success metrics
Partner with Engineering and Design to deliver features iteratively, managing scope to protect sprint commitments
Define what to track for new features, read the data yourself, and use it alongside member and partner feedback to inform what comes next
Surface risks and blockers early, bringing options to your Head of Product and the wider team rather than just flagging problems
Bring member and partner needs into everyday prioritisation trade-offs, keeping the people using the product visible in every decision
Use AI tools practically and daily to accelerate spec-writing, research synthesis, and day-to-day delivery
Help build good team habits in a still-forming environment, including documentation, ceremonies, and a shared understanding of what 'ready' and 'done' mean
What You'll Bring
Proven experience as a Product Manager with real end-to-end ownership of a backlog or product area, not just contributing to someone else's decisions
Comfort working in a nascent, still-forming environment where process isn't fixed, scope will shift, and you'll help shape both
A track record of shipping: PRDs that result in features in production, not just documents in a folder
Working data fluency: you can define what to measure, read dashboards independently, and tell the difference between signal and noise
Practical, current AI usage in your own workflow, meaning daily use that genuinely accelerates your work, not a talking point
Clear, direct communication with engineers, designers, and non-technical stakeholders alike
Curiosity about local commerce or marketplace dynamics would be a bonus, but it's not a requirement
Our Culture
Our mission is simple: make heroes happy. Our members are real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. It's what gets us up in the morning, what makes us want to think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service.
We don't just follow the usual path - we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special.
We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices - either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team. We aim to be flexible, but we aren't able to offer fully remote working.
Blue Light Card is an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where different perspectives and experiences help us grow, innovate, and better reflect the communities we serve. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. In the event of a high number of applications, we'll prioritise candidates who meet both the essential and desirable criteria for the role.
What We Offer
25 days annual leave plus public holidays and an additional day off for your birthday
A Moments that Matter day - one extra day of leave each year to use for something that matters to you
Buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 days
A volunteering/fundraising day - one paid day each year to give something back to the community
Annual company bonus scheme - linked to both company and individual performance
Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts
Personal growth fund of 450 per year to invest in your development
Private Medical Insurance that includes cover for pre-existing conditions
Auto-enrolment pension scheme via salary sacrifice, with 100% of employer NI savings reinvested into your pension
Enhanced Maternity, Partner, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave
Healthcare cash-back plan
Colleague Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential support whenever you need it
Hybrid working and flexible hours
EV charging and free parking onsite at HQ
Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks and well stocked snack drawers!)
On-site gym including free HIIT and stretch classes at HQ
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Remote Status: hybridLocation 1 Charnwood Edge Business ParkCossingtonLeicesterLE7 4UZUnited KingdomLocation 2 *(if applicable) 24-28 Bloomsbury WayLondonLondonWC1A 2SNUnited Kingdom
Product Manager - hybrid in Whetstone employer: Blue Light Card
At Blue Light Card, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions the happiness of our members and employees alike. Our vibrant work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, with a strong emphasis on personal growth through a dedicated development fund and flexible working arrangements. Located in Leicestershire or London, we offer a range of benefits including generous annual leave, private medical insurance, and a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.
