At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead Agile teams to design impactful digital products for secure government projects.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation shaping services of national importance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with the chance to mentor others and enhance product management capabilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by influencing critical systems that serve the public.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in Agile product management and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 90000 £ per year.
We’re seeking an experienced Senior Product Manager to help a secure government department design and deliver user-centred, high-impact digital products. This is a unique opportunity to shape services of national importance, where your insight and leadership will directly influence how critical systems evolve to better meet user needs.
Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 + package
Location: London, Cheltenham or Manchester - Hybrid
Clearance: DV / eDV Clearance required
The organisation is looking for someone who isn't afraid to challenge assumptions, bring fresh thinking, and inspire teams to deliver meaningful change. You’ll have the autonomy to define your approach, backed by talented multidisciplinary teams skilled in agile delivery, research, design, and engineering.
What You’ll Do
- Lead one or more multidisciplinary Agile teams to identify problems, co‑design solutions, and deliver products that balance user needs, organisational goals, and long-term sustainability.
- Develop and maintain product roadmaps, setting clear vision, strategy, and priorities.
- Oversee delivery across the full product lifecycle – from Discovery through Alpha, Beta, and Live.
- Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and product owners, influencing strategy and outcomes.
- Make evidence‑based decisions using user research and performance data.
- Mentor and coach others to raise product management capability across the organisation.
About You
- You’ll be an accomplished Product Manager with a strong track record of delivering user‑focused services in complex environments.
- Proven expertise in Agile product management and delivery within cross‑functional teams.
- Experience defining and managing product roadmaps and minimum viable products (MVPs).
- Ability to lead teams through the full product lifecycle – Discovery, Alpha, Beta, and Live.
- Strong user research and analysis skills; able to translate insight into actionable improvements.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with the confidence to influence and negotiate at senior levels.
- Exceptional communication skills – both written and verbal – with the ability to simplify complexity.
- Must hold DV Clearance (Developed Vetting) due to the nature of the work.
Senior Product Manager employer: Forwardrole
As a Senior Product Manager in our secure government projects, you will join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and user-centric design. With a hybrid working model based in London, Cheltenham, or Manchester, we offer a collaborative work culture that encourages autonomy and professional growth, alongside competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Here, your contributions will directly impact national services, providing a rewarding and meaningful career path.
