Product Manager

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Hays Technology are proud to be working with our client who is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented IT Product Manager to lead the development and lifecycle of their digital products. This role bridges the gap between business needs and technical execution, ensuring their IT solutions deliver value to users and align with company goals.

• As a Product Manager, you will define and communicate the product vision, roadmap, and growth opportunities, ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs. You'll be responsible for translating complex business requirements into clear, actionable product specifications that guide development and deliver value.
• Collaboration is key to this role. You'll work closely with engineering, UX, and business stakeholders to deliver high-impact IT solutions. By prioritising features and enhancements based on user needs, technical feasibility, and business value, you'll ensure that the product evolves in the right direction.
• To inform product decisions, you'll conduct market research and lead user feedback sessions, staying attuned to industry trends and customer expectations. You'll oversee the product development lifecycle from concept through launch and iteration, maintaining momentum and focus throughout.
• As part of an Agile team, you'll act as the product owner in ceremonies such as sprint planning and backlog grooming. You'll also monitor product performance using KPIs and analytics, driving continuous improvement and ensuring the product meets its objectives.

What you'll need to succeed

Essential:

• Strong Technical Background: You must have sufficient technical knowledge to confidently engage with engineers and understand the products being developed. This includes the ability to discuss complex technical concepts and contribute meaningfully to product development conversations.
• Product Management Focus: The role requires a dedicated product management mindset. You should be motivated by strategic planning, stakeholder alignment, and delivery-not hands-on engineering tasks. Those with a strong engineering identity may find the role less fulfilling.
• Team Fit with Technical Credibility: While cultural fit and personality are valued, technical credibility is essential to gain trust and collaborate effectively with engineering teams.

Also required:

• Proven experience as a Product Manager in an IT or Portfolio-led environment.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and product lifecycle management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to balance technical detail with strategic thinking.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related field (Master's preferred).

What you need to do now

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