Overview
This role as a Product Manager with a focus on Product Operations involves leading the enhancement of operational processes within a global consultancy's Product function. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Product to implement structured frameworks and tools, thereby improving efficiency and collaboration across teams. This six-month contract position offers a unique opportunity to make substantial improvements in operational maturity while working on a hybrid basis with one day per week in London.
Responsibilities
- Design and embed Product processes, ensuring consistency and team buy-in.
- Lead the implementation of a Product Discovery platform, managing tool selection and user adoption.
- Establish governance around planning, discovery, prioritization, and documentation.
- Standardize operational practices and ensure clear communication across the business.
- Manage day-to-day Product operational activities, allowing focus on strategic tasks.
- Enhance collaboration between Product, Engineering, and Commercial teams.
- Drive the adoption of new practices and tools with measurable improvements.
Requirements
- Proven experience in Product Operations with a track record of improving processes.
- Hands-on experience in implementing or rolling out Product tooling such as Jira or Productboard.
- Demonstrated ability to build processes from the ground up with secured buy-in.
- Familiarity with discovery frameworks and governance processes for Product functions.
- Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Commercial, and Operations teams.
- Strong delivery focus with a pragmatic and collaborative approach.
- Ability to operate independently while partnering with senior stakeholders.