Overview
Product Manager Jobs in London, England, United Kingdom at iO Associates
Title: Product Manager
Company: iO Associates
Location: London, England, United Kingdom
We're seeking Senior Product Managers for permanent and contract opportunities (3 months initially, with extension potential) on public sector and defence projects. Active SC clearance required.
Location: London (hybrid). Permanent salary: £65,000-£80,000. Contract: £500/day inside IR35.
You'll drive digital product development in demanding environments – working alongside client stakeholders and delivery teams.
This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on execution, helping define direction while tackling real-world delivery challenges like legacy systems and policy shifts.
Key Responsibilities
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Help shape product vision, roadmaps, and focus areas for client projects
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Engage stakeholders to uncover requirements, test hypotheses, and refine problem statements
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Drive daily product activities across cross-functional teams (tech, UX, analytics)
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Convert vague needs into prioritised, executable task lists
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Ensure delivery stays user-centred amid operational rules and compliance demands
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Handle emerging risks, interdependencies, and execution hurdles
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Support internal product practices and methodologies
Essential Experience
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Proven Product Management background, with senior-level exposure
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Track record launching digital services in government, public sector, or defence contexts
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Experience navigating regulated, secure, or high-stakes environments
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Strong stakeholder engagement and client-team collaboration skills
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Practical, delivery-focused mindset-adept at partnering with developers and designers
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Sound decision-making in unclear situations
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Knowledge of GDS principles and service guidelines
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Work in defence, national security, or similar domains
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Consulting background or multi-client project delivery
