Senior Product Manager (FTC, Remote, UK) at Nearform in United Kingdom

Senior Product Manager This is an initial 6 month fixed term contract, remote opportunity for those based in the UK. About Nearform Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. In these ways, we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact. Our deep expertise in solving the world’s most complex digital problems, along with our collaborative, people-first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI. Today, our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media 02, and Walmart. As part of our Product function, our Product Owners and Product Managers play a crucial role in translating business vision into successful digital products that drive enterprise success and enhance customer experiences. They define and execute product strategy, balancing high-level vision with hands-on operational execution. In a Product role at Nearform, you will be collaborating closely with stakeholders, engineers, and designers, to uncover and define requirements, ensuring a deep understanding of user needs to shape the product roadmap. With a strong focus on strategy, communication, and delivery, you will guide teams in building impactful, scalable solutions that align with business goals and market demands About the Senior Product Manager role As a Senior Product Manager you will be a strategic visionary who overviews the development and execution of complex digital products. You'll collaborate closely with clients to define product vision, drive product strategy, Translate goals into actionable roadmaps, and oversee the entire product lifecycle. Based on client goals, you will lead complex products and/or a portfolio of products. However, as you’ll likely work on a variety of projects your responsibilities may also include: Translate business strategy into product strategy and execute to that strategy in the delivery phase with the engineering team[s] Collaborate with stakeholder to define the product roadmap Lead the ideation, development, and launch of features Drive action throughout the organization to get products to market Plan and carry out product launches, MVP and phased releases Provide insight to stakeholders on the product, competitors, technical innovations and market Support a SaaS platform and 3rd party integrations Provide product marketing with insights on key differentiators and messages Write requirements – typically as epics, features and user stories - including clear acceptance criteria Define and adhere to Definition of Ready and Definition of Done Support grooming and refinement ceremonies in collaboration with Tech Leads to ensure alignment on the requirements and to support the delivery goals Identify, document and communicate risks, changes or delays as soon as possible Manage all aspects of in-life products, including customer feedback, requirements, and issues Participate in daily scrum meetings, planning, reviews, demos and retrospectives Collaborating with client teams. What we are looking for in this person Significant experience delivering at a Senior level, specialising in product ownership and management. Our Seniors typically have at least 6 years’ commercial experience Hands-on experience delivering products in an agile environment collaborating directly with engineers and designers Experience with early stage products, new product development, and product modernization from discovery to MVP launch, and beyond Proven ability to collaborate with with stakeholders from various levels, areas of the organisation, and with differing business goals to drive to successful roadmaps and releases Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with product experience exercising mature judgment The ability to define and lead product discovery workshops to define customer journeys, deliver tangible roadmaps and prioritised backlog Understanding of product analytics and KPIs/OKRs, including test and learn and A/B testing methodologies Someone who focuses on business outcomes and not just the tactical outputs Excellent communication and collaboration skills Professional proficiency in English Occasional travel in the UK or Ireland may be required for client meetings and workshops Benefits & Perks Annual Company Bonus - We all help Nearform to hit company goals so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance. Work Remotely and Flexibly - We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem! Paid Time Off Package - We offer an annual leave of 25 days plus public holidays. We also offer sick leave, marriage leave and many more. Remote Working Allowance - Every 2 years, you will have a budget of up to €1250 (equivalent in GBP) to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace in addition to your essential equipment provided by Nearform when you join. Training and Development Allowance - We understand the importance of continuously learning so we offer an allowance of up to €1000 (equivalent in GBP) you can use to upskill yourself. Healthcare - It’s important to always take care of your health, so we offer additional private healthcare here at Nearform. If you wish to learn more about the plan offered feel free to reach out to our team. Pension & Insurances - We offer a pension match of up to 5% and Income Protection and Death in Service for peace of mind. Our Interview Process Talent Call (30 mins via Zoom) An introductory conversation with a member of our Talent Team to learn more about your background, experience, and career goals. We'll also provide a high-level overview of Nearform and answer any questions you may have. This step helps us assess initial alignment. Product Interview (1 hour via Zoom) An in-depth discussion with up to two of our trained Product Management interviewers to find out more about your experience, your preferred ways of working, and how you would solve some problems our Senior Product Managers face when dealing with clients. Hiring Manager Interview (45 mins via Zoom) A conversation with a Hiring Manager focused on your approach to teamwork, client collaboration, and problem-solving in an enterprise engineering team setting. We'll also share more details about Nearform and the potential projects you may join. There may also be an additional interview with the client depending on the project Ready to Join Us? If you're passionate about building high-quality applications, solving complex challenges, and driving innovation in enterprise development, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now via our careers page at Nearform and be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. Nearform is committed to shaping a better world in all that we do. Our global team is built based on respect, inclusivity, diversity and excellence. If you require any adjustments to the interview process as part of your application, please let someone from our Talent Team know so they can help.