Product Manager

<p><span style="color:#121317">Waracle are looking for a Mid-Level </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Product Manager</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> for an exciting new role joining our world-class digital technology consultancy and home to a diverse, smart, curious and ambitious community of specialists in technology-driven transformation.</span></p><p><span style="color:#121317">We work with ambitious clients to help them solve their biggest business and customer challenges. We help our clients to innovate and create intelligent digital products and services. We thrive on complex challenges and deliver business-critical IT transformation projects, moving seamlessly from strategy, design and delivery to operations.</span></p><p><span style="color:#121317"><br>We champion modern, balanced working and offer a </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">hybrid setup</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">, asking you to collaborate in person </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">2 days a week</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> from either our </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Glasgow or Dundee</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> offices.</span></p><h3></h3><p><span style="color:#121317">Are you passionate about shaping digital products that make a real difference? As a Product Manager at Waracle, you will take ownership of exciting digital workstreams, collaborating closely with brilliant engineering, design, and delivery teams to bring impactful ideas to life.</span></p><p><span style="color:#121317">You won't be doing this alone—from day one, you’ll be welcomed into our supportive </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Product Community of Practice</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">. You'll be paired with a dedicated mentor, guided through a personalised onboarding plan, and given access to clear pathways for career growth. If you thrive in a collaborative, learning-focused environment where your ideas are valued and your growth is championed, this is the place for you.</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p><span style="color:#121317">As a Product Manager, your day-to-day focus will include:</span></p><ul><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Product Strategy &amp; Vision:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Owning the vision and direction for product features, defining scope, and using both data and user insights to understand the market landscape.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Discovery &amp; Execution:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Leading collaborative discovery work alongside Design and Tech Leads to turn complex challenges into clear, actionable user stories.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Backlog &amp; Roadmap Management:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Balancing user needs, business goals, and delivery effort to keep a well-prioritized, high-quality product backlog.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Data-Informed Decisions:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Establishing metrics and running experiments to guide choices backed by evidence and real user behavior.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Stakeholder Engagement:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Building strong, trusting relationships with client stakeholders, communicating progress and risks transparently, and supporting your team.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Multidisciplinary Collaboration:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Facilitating workshops and working side-by-side with researchers, designers, and engineers to deliver clear, meaningful outcomes.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Practice &amp; Community Contribution:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Participating in our internal Bet Teams, community sessions, and continuous learning initiatives to grow your craft and support the community.</span></p></li></ul><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p><em><span style="color:#121317">Research shows that underrepresented groups tend to only apply for roles that they believe they meet 100% of the criteria for. At Waracle, we want to buck that trend! We hire for passion, potential and mindset as much as credentials. If you think you'd be incredible in the role, then apply - even if you don't think you tick every box.</span></em></p> <br> <h4><strong><span style="color:#121317">What You'll Bring</span></strong></h4><p><span style="color:#121317">We value curiosity, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. You don’t need to tick every single box to be a great fit, but we are looking for:</span></p><ul><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Product &amp; Delivery Experience:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> A background in product management or digital product delivery, with a strong care for the craft of user story creation and backlog care.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Agile Understanding:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Familiarity with agile principles and prioritisation techniques (such as MoSCoW or RICE).</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Communication &amp; Collaboration:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a natural ability to bring multidisciplinary teams together.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Data &amp; Curiosity:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> A healthy curiosity for metrics, testing hypotheses, and using data to inform decisions.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Growth Mindset:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> A proactive, self-directed approach to learning, with the confidence to ask questions and take ownership of your personal development.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Industry Context (Bonus):</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Experience working within regulated sectors (like healthcare or financial services) is a plus, but certainly not essential!</span></p></li></ul><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><h4></h4><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">What to expect from our hiring process</span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">1. First Hello:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> An informal chat with your dedicated Talent Attraction Partner to talk about Waracle, what you want out of your next move, salary, benefits, and office hybrid working model.</span></p><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">2. Talking Impact:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> A collaborative deep dive into how you solve problems, work with others, and raise the bar, guided by our core values and competency framework.</span></p><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">3. Craft Showcase:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> A chance to demonstrate your real-world expertise. Depending on the role, this will be a practical presentation.</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p><span style="color:#121317">Your Talent Attraction Partner will be in your corner through every step right up to your </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Welcome Ritual</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> on day one</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><h3><strong><span style="color:#121317">Our Benefits</span></strong></h3><p><span style="color:#121317">We believe in supporting our team, inside and outside of work. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect:</span></p><ul><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Rest &amp; Recharge:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> You'll receive 27 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, totaling </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">35 days of holiday</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> to unwind and pursue your passions.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Financial Future &amp; Security:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Plan for retirement with our </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">company-matched 5% pension contribution</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">. For added peace of mind, we also offer a </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Death in Service benefit, providing 2 x your annual salary</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> for your loved ones.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Health &amp; Wellness:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Our </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Medicash Health Cash Plans</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> help cover everyday healthcare costs, complemented by an </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Employee Assistance Programme</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> for confidential support, and </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Group Sickness Cover</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> for peace of mind.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Flexible Working:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> We champion </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">hybrid working</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">, providing a </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">home office setup budget</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> to ensure you're comfortable and productive wherever you are.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Learning &amp; Development:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Invest in yourself with access to </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Udemy Business</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> and a dedicated </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">learning and development budget</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> for continuous growth.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Lifestyle Perks:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Make the most of our </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Cycle to Work Scheme</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">, and enjoy exclusive </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">gym and retail discounts</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Family First:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Our </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">enhanced parental leave policies</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> include support for fertility journeys, recognising diverse family needs.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Community &amp; Connection:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> We foster a vibrant culture with </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">regular fun meet-ups</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> and </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">lunch on us</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> in the office once a month. You'll also have the opportunity to make a local impact through </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Spirit of Waracle, our initiative for getting involved in charitable causes locally</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">, building strong team bonds and giving back.</span></p></li></ul><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p><em><span style="color:#121317">We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.</span></em></p><p>Find more <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.co.uk/english-speaking-jobs">English Speaking Jobs in United Kingdom</a> on Arbeitnow</a>