Product Manager (Public Sector)

1-year contract, renewable Hybrid work arrangement Government project What will you be working on / Key responsibilites: Lead product strategy and vision for complex or ambiguous problem spaces, translating user needs and business goals into a coherent product roadmap. Lead the product team to achieve this vision. Identify and mitigate risks from both technical and market perspectives, anticipating potential challenges at the project level.

Take full ownership of broad, ambiguously-scoped projects – translating team goals into actionable plans, prioritising tasks, and driving workstreams to successful outcomes. Oversee the entire product lifecycle from ideation to launch and post-launch optimisation. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.

Critically analyse data and define success metrics to drive prioritisation – leveraging data to validate or kill ideas before development, and making recommendations grounded in evidence. Create and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap that prioritises features and enhancements based on business impact, customer feedback, and market demand. Translate complex policy objectives and user requirements into detailed product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria.

Work closely with engineering, design, and business users to ensure alignment and effective communication throughout the product development lifecycle. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging tec