Product Manager – Stakeholder Management, Prioritisation, Backlog Management, Agile, Regulatory Requirements, Analytics, Investment Management

Location: Manchester (3 days onsite)

Rate: Up to £600pd Inside IR35 (dependent on experience)

Duration: 12 months

We’re looking for an experienced Product Manager to join our client on a 12-month contract in Manchester. This role requires a strong background in financial services, and is a commercially focused, outcome-driven position where you will act as the link between internal stakeholders and the development team.

This role does not involve line management but requires a strong leadership presence to effectively drive priorities, build roadmaps, and ensure the delivery of high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the product roadmap in line with strategic objectives.
• Serve as the primary liaison between stakeholders (e.g. Legal, Compliance etc) and the development function.
• Apply data-driven insights to inform decision-making and measure product performance.
• Partner with a growing team of developers.
• Ensure compliance and legal considerations are factored into product development.

Requirements:

• Proven track record as a Product Manager within financial services.
• Strong commercial acumen with a focus on measurable outcomes.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to navigate conversations with senior leaders and technical teams alike.
• Comfortable building and presenting roadmaps, with the ability to influence decision-making.
• Data-driven mindset with experience using analytics to guide priorities.