Senior Product Manager

Civica; Dudley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading GovTech firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Product Manager to oversee product strategy and management. The successful candidate will define product roadmaps aligned with company goals, lead a team of product managers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product success. Applicants should have extensive product management experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering impactful solutions for citizens and public services. Join us to make a tangible difference in our communities.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave

Pension Contributions

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Employee Affinity Groups

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading multiple products and product teams.
• Proven ability to develop and execute product strategies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing conditions.

Responsibilities

• Define the strategic vision for your team and create product roadmaps.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and marketing teams to ensure product success.
• Conduct market research to inform product decisions.

Skills

Product Management

Team Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Market analysis

Data-driven decision making

Job description

Description

We’re Civica, and we create software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local government, to education, health, and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to provide essential services to over 100 million citizens.

Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work, supporting the needs of citizens and those who serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we’re at a pivotal point in our journey to realise that aspiration.

Why you will love this opportunity as Senior Product Manager at Civica

This role combines line management for a team of Product Managers as well as individual contributor responsibilities (product strategy and product management) for key products within Civica.

As Senior Product Manager you will be responsible for defining the strategic vision for your team driven by Civica’s overall vision and creating product roadmaps that align to Civica’s strategic goals. You will lead by example and have hands‑on execution of the product strategy across a suite of products, ensuring that product development practices and roadmaps are aligned to our global vision, to maximise productivity and growth.

You will be responsible for leading a team of product managers, collaborating with product design, user research, engineering and commercial teams. Overseeing lifecycle management of your portfolio of products, ensuring alignment with the company’s mission and vision of becoming a global GovTech champion, whilst delivering critical products and services to citizens around the world.

The successful candidate will have line management responsibility for their teams including performance reviews, regular check‑ins, and ensuring team members reach their maximum potential.

What you will do to be successful in this role as Senior Product Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of customer needs, market trends, and business goals to define and refine the product roadmap and strategy
• Work closely with various stakeholders, including engineering, design, marketing, commercial, and customer success teams to ensure successful product development and launch
• Conduct customer interviews, surveys, and market research to gather feedback and insights that inform product decisions
• Hands‑on approach to defining and prioritising product requirements to guide the engineering process
• Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to launch, ensuring timely and successful delivery of product features and releases
• Plan and execute successful product launches collaborating closely with Product Marketing team, including developing launch plans, positioning, and messaging
• Analyse data and metrics to measure product performance, identify areas for improvement, and make informed data‑driven product decisions
• Lead and mentor product managers with best practices. Providing guidance and support to help them develop their skills and expertise.
• Champion a strong culture of knowledge sharing and product decision and design documentation

Requirements

• Strong Product Management skills, with extensive experience working in a senior product role leading multiple products and product teams
• Proven track record of developing and executing product strategies that drive business growth
• Demonstrable experience in leading high‑performing cross‑functional teams to achieve individual and team goals
• Experience working in software or product‑led organisations, launching and growing multiple products
• Capable of prioritising features, requirements, and tasks based on customer needs, business goals, and technical feasibility
• Driving force behind building and executing a product roadmap and strategy that aligns with customer needs and company goals
• Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success
• Flexible to adapt to changing market conditions, customer needs, and business priorities
• Strong problem‑solving skills to overcome technical, business, and customer challenges
• Experience crafting compelling stories to communicate product vision, value, and benefits to various stakeholders at different levels

We Want You to Bring Your Whole Self to Work

There is no such thing as the perfect candidate, so if you think you have what it takes but don’t necessarily meet every single point on the list above, please still get in touch. We’d love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

As a company, we’re passionate about what we do and the citizens we serve. If you, too, want to champion the use of technology in public services to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve career growth, and make a real difference to people and communities.

We know that when our people are happy, they work better and have greater job satisfaction. Here’s what you can expect:

Benefits

Time Off & Work‑Life Balance

• 25 Days Annual Leave + bank holidays – plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days!
• Days of Difference – Up to 3 extra days off for volunteering.

Financial Well‑Being & Security

• Pension Contributions – 5% employer match to support your future.
• Income Protection – Up to 75% salary cover for long‑term illness.
• Life Assurance – 4x salary tax‑free lump sum.
• Critical Illness Cover – £25,000 lump sum (extendable to dependents).

Health & Perks

• Private Medical Insurance – Fast access to private healthcare.
• Health Cash Plan – Claim back physio, therapies & more.
• Dental Insurance – Cover for routine & emergency care.
• Affinity Groups – Join employee‑led communities.
• Bounty Bonus – Refer a friend & get rewarded.

At Civica, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and excellence, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure fairness and transparency, so every candidate has an equal chance to contribute to our mission.

If you need any adjustments or accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to support you.