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  • Job type

    Contract
  • Location

    Milton Keynes
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Projects & Change Management
  • Industry

    Technology & Internet Services
  • Pay

    £565 per day

Lead Product Owner

Your new company

A leading government organisation is seeking a Lead Product Owner to manage a critical cloud hosting capability at SECRET level. This service is delivered across multiple government partners and represents a core growth area for the organisation’s digital operations.

Your new role

You will take ownership of a strategic hosting capability, transitioning it from a programme-based structure to a product-centric model. Responsibilities include:
  • Defining and maintaining the product vision and roadmap aligned with cross-government hosting strategy.
  • Managing the product backlog, prioritising features based on strategic importance and business value.
  • Leading a product team of up to 20 people, ensuring delivery to time, cost, and quality.
  • Engaging with stakeholders across technical teams, leadership, and government partners.
  • Overseeing financial and governance reporting under scrutiny.

What you'll need to succeed

Essential:
  • Proven experience in strategic product ownership and roadmap development.
  • Strong leadership skills, with experience managing large product teams.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
  • Deep understanding of digital hosting environments at SECRET level.
  • Expertise in Agile product delivery, backlog management, and prioritisation.
  • Developed Vetting (DV) clearance.
Desirable:
  • Certifications in Agile (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban) and project management (MSP, PRINCE2).
  • Experience with cross-functional teams and Government Service Standard.
  • Knowledge of relevant tech stacks.

What you'll get in return

  • Opportunity to shape a strategic government capability.
  • Work on high-impact projects with cross-government visibility.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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