Data Product Manager

Overview

MAKE STRATEGY A REALITY | ACCELERATE YOUR GROWTH | CHOOSE YOUR PATH. As the world’s leading change and transformation consultancy, we’re helping businesses move from strategy to reality by taking a pragmatic and practical approach to build solutions that last. We’re seeking a Data Product Manager in London in our retail practice to help us take vision to value and create lasting impact. 6–9-month contract assignment, temporary employee (PAYE) opportunity working via an Umbrella company. Hybrid role 2-3 days a week onsite in London.

Responsibilities

• Drive product discovery and analysis activities to uncover user needs and define strategic opportunities.
• Develop and prioritise the product backlog in close collaboration with business and technical stakeholders.
• Create comprehensive user stories and use cases that guide development teams and ensure clarity of requirements.
• Lead stakeholder engagement activities and maintain proactive communication across all levels of the organisation.
• Establish product roadmaps that balance immediate business needs with long-term strategic objectives.
• Facilitate prioritisation discussions between competing demands, using data-driven approaches to inform decisions.
• Adapt effectively to ambiguity and evolving business requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Champion agile practices and foster continuous improvement within the product delivery team.
• Demonstrate resilience and problem-solving capability when navigating complex stakeholder landscapes.

Ideal qualifications

• Proven experience working within retail or financial services environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in agile product management methodologies and practices.
• Strong background in data product development or analytics-focused product roles.
• Experience translating complex technical concepts into clear business language.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
• Self-starting mindset with the ability to work independently and take ownership.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills across multiple audience levels.
• Proven ability to ask insightful questions and challenge assumptions constructively.
• Strong analytical thinking and commercial acumen.
• Experience working in matrix organisations with geographically dispersed teams.

Work arrangement and eligibility

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United Kingdom, without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.
• This is a temporary employee (PAYE) opportunity working via an Umbrella company.
• North Highland is an equal opportunity employer, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We handle all information in accordance with local privacy standards and maintain strict confidentiality.

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