Product Manager

GET RECRUITED (UK) LTD; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Get Recruited (UK) Ltd is seeking a Product Manager in Barnsley, hybrid work pattern. You will own specific product areas, translate complex customer needs into technical requirements, and collaborate with engineering, design, and QA to deliver user-centered software.

You will shape the product roadmap, manage the backlog, and engage with stakeholders to ensure plans meet business goals. Strong SaaS/public sector experience is ideal.

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B SaaS or public sector tech environments.
• Ability to translate customer challenges into technical requirements.
• Strong Agile background with backlog management and user stories.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience collaborating with engineering, design, and QA teams.
• Proficient with Jira; comfortable with AI tools and data insights.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end product lifecycle for assigned areas from discovery to delivery.
• Translate customer needs into clear product specs and acceptance criteria.
• Shape and maintain the product backlog aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and QA to deliver quality software.
• Use data and customer feedback to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support roadmap planning and communicate upcoming developments.
• Assist commercial teams with product knowledge and demos.

Skills

Product lifecycle ownership

Discovery & requirements gathering

Stakeholder engagement

Agile methodologies

Backlog management & user stories

Acceptance criteria definition

Clear communication

Data-driven decision making

Jira usage

AI tool familiarity

Tools

Jira

Aha!

APIs

BI tools

Reporting tools

Job description

Product Manager

Barnsley, South Yorkshire (Hybrid)

Salary up to £45,000

The Opportunity:

Get Recruited are working exclusively with an established and growing business specialising in cloud-based software solutions for the education and public sectors. Their SaaS platform supports organisations in managing complex processes, improving operational efficiency, and making better use of data to support decision-making. With a strong reputation in its market, an established customer base, and ambitious growth plans, the business is continuing to invest in their product team.

The Role:

• You'll take ownership of specific product areas, managing the full product lifecycle from initial discovery and requirements gathering through to delivery, launch, and continuous improvement.
• The role requires someone who can understand complex customer challenges, translate them into clear technical requirements, and work collaboratively with engineering teams to deliver practical, user‑focused solutions.
• You'll also play an important role in shaping the product roadmap, supporting strategic priorities, and ensuring the platform continues to meet the evolving needs of its customers.
• Manage the end‑to‑end product lifecycle for assigned areas of the platform, from discovery and research through to delivery and ongoing optimisation.
• Work closely with the team to develop, maintain, and prioritise the product backlog in line with business objectives.
• Engage directly with customers and stakeholders to understand their processes, challenges, and requirements.
• Translate customer insights and business needs into clear product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria using Jira.
• Collaborate with software engineers, designers, and QA teams to deliver high‑quality software solutions.
• Use product performance data, customer feedback, and market insights to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to product roadmap planning and communicate upcoming developments to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support commercial and customer‑facing teams with product knowledge, demonstrations, and roadmap discussions.
• Monitor relevant industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to inform future product decisions.

The Person:

• Previous experience as a Product Manager, Product Owner, or Senior Business Analyst, ideally within a B2B SaaS, software, or public sector technology environment.
• Strong experience in product discovery, requirements gathering, stakeholder engagement, and translating business needs into deliverable solutions.
• A solid understanding of Agile software development methodologies and experience working with cross‑functional technical teams.
• Confidence managing product backlogs, writing user stories, and defining clear acceptance criteria.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to use data and customer insights to support product decisions.
• Experience using Jira or similar product management tools.
• A proactive, commercially aware mindset with a genuine interest in building products that solve real‑world problems.
• Strong working knowledge of AI tools, including an understanding of how they can improve productivity, research, and product development processes.
• Experience developing SaaS products for the public sector, education, or other regulated industries.
• Familiarity with API integrations, data‑driven platforms, or business intelligence and reporting tools.
• Experience using Aha! or similar product roadmapping software.
• An understanding of compliance‑led software development and the challenges associated with complex stakeholder environments.

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