Product Manager

Product Manager – Government Department

£500–£550 per day (Inside IR35)

3‐month rolling contract

Remote‐first (occasional on‐site travel as required)

A major UK Government Department is seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead a high‐profile discovery phase, shaping the direction of a critical digital service. You’ll work across multidisciplinary teams to define scope, understand user needs, and translate insights into a clear, prioritised product direction.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading discovery activities to define the problem space, product vision and early roadmap.
• Working closely with User Researchers, Service Designers, BAs and Technical Leads to shape hypotheses and validate assumptions.
• Partnering with senior stakeholders to align priorities, manage risks and ensure decisions are evidence‐based.
• Translating discovery outputs into a structured backlog ready for alpha.
• Ensuring alignment with GDS standards and user‐centred design principles throughout.

What we’re looking for

• Strong experience as a Product Manager within government or similarly complex environments.
• Proven track record leading discovery phases and shaping MVP‐ready backlogs.
• Confident working with multidisciplinary teams and navigating senior stakeholder landscapes.
• Ability to balance user needs, policy constraints and technical feasibility.