Product Manager - (Planning/Building Control/Land Charges)

NEC Software Solutions; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic Product Manager to lead their Land & Property portfolio. This role involves shaping the product vision and aligning it with customer needs while collaborating with various stakeholders. You will drive product strategy, ensuring high-quality execution and customer satisfaction. If you are passionate about user-centric design and eager to make a real difference in local government tech, this is the perfect opportunity for you to champion digital transformation and improve how local authorities serve citizens.

Benefits

Private Medical Cover

25 Days Paid Holiday

Life Assurance Cover

Group Pension Plan

Flexible Benefits

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of Land & Property domain.
• Experience with local government processes.

Responsibilities

• Own the product vision and roadmap for Land & Property suite.
• Collaborate with teams to develop pricing and positioning strategies.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

User-Centric Design

Communication Skills

Product Roadmap Development

Market Analysis

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

Product Manager – ASSURE Land & Property Solutions

Reporting to: Head of Product Management

Location: Homeworker/Hybrid - Depending on proximity to an NEC office

Shape the future of local government tech

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for building impactful products that make a real difference? NEC is looking for a Product Manager to lead our Land & Property portfolio—covering Planning, Building Control, and Land Charges.

You will play a key role in shaping the product vision, aligning it with industry trends and customer needs, and translating that vision into a clear roadmap and successful market delivery. You’ll collaborate with customers, government bodies, and internal teams to drive product strategy, build strong partnerships, and deliver solutions that transform how local authorities serve citizens.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Own the product vision and roadmap for our Land & Property suite
2. Translate strategy into requirements, wireframes, and prototypes in collaboration with business analysts
3. Collaborate with the Head of Product and our Sales and Marketing teams to develop effective pricing and positioning strategies
4. Lead product delivery from concept through to launch, working closely with the Development teams to ensure high-quality execution and customer satisfaction
5. Collaborate with local authorities, government departments (like MHCLG, LABC, HMLR), and industry partners to understand frontline challenges and adapt product features accordingly
6. Stay ahead of legislative changes and ensure our solutions are always compliant and competitive
7. Organise and lead workshops and user groups to keep the customer voice at the centre
8. Spot growth opportunities and help expand our market share across the UK—and potentially beyond
9. Champion digital transformation and business process improvement through NEC solutions
10. Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to continuously refine the product offering

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

1. Solid understanding of one or more areas in the Land & Property domain (Planning, Building Control, Land Charges)
2. Experience with local government and their processes
3. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
4. A passion for user-centric design and continuous improvement
5. Great at turning complex customer needs into clear, actionable product features
6. Comfortable working across teams and managing multiple stakeholders
7. Curious, proactive, and always looking for ways to improve and grow

Sound like you? Apply now and help us transform the way local government works for everyone.

Additional Information

Employees of Northgate Public Services are entitled to the following company-funded benefits:

1. Single Private Medical Cover (with the option to select family cover at an additional cost)
2. 25 days paid holiday (includes 3 company nominated days) with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days during enrolment period
3. 4 x basic salary life assurance cover
4. A Group Pension Plan with excellent employer contributions
5. A selection of tax-efficient flexible benefits to suit your needs
6. The role offers a competitive salary.

Other Information

Candidates must demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the EU. Documentary evidence will be required.

All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting and reference checks. A Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check will be required, and further checks may be necessary depending on the role.

Northgate Public Services is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all communities.