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Product Manager (Aurora Platform) – REMOTE / HYBRID
Location: Remote / Hybrid Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Grade: Associate Partner
About XPS Group
XPS Group is a leading UK consultancy and administration firm specialising in the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2,000 employees, we combine expert knowledge with cutting-edge technology to support 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our mission is to create a workplace where diverse talents flourish.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and ambitious Product Manager to shape the future of our Aurora software platform.
Aurora is our in-house pensions administration suite, serving internal administrators, clients, and members. It encompasses a multi-faceted software ecosystem, including both internal and external technology solutions.
The ideal candidate will:
- Define long-term product vision, strategy, and roadmaps.
- Deliver high-quality solutions for internal and external customers.
- Drive strategic product delivery while collaborating with senior stakeholders.
Key Stakeholders: You will report to the Senior Product Manager and work closely with cross-functional teams to guide the ongoing development and evolution of Aurora.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Vision
- Define and refine the Aurora technology vision and long-term strategy in collaboration with senior stakeholders.
- Create and maintain a clear, prioritised product roadmap for Aurora and associated products.
- Leverage market research, competitor analysis, and data-driven insights to refine strategy and roadmap decisions.
- Set KPIs and implement performance monitoring to assess Aurora’s success and guide future enhancements.
- Champion:
- Continuous technology improvement and automation.
- A Digital-First strategy for both internal and external administration processes.
- Exceptional user experience and accessibility.
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- Build business and stakeholder awareness of Aurora’s strategy, vision, and roadmap.
Delivery & Execution
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Execute Aurora’s strategy and roadmap alongside the Senior Product Manager, Product Owners, and delivery teams, including:
- Managing roadmap priorities.
- Defining, implementing, and refining new requirements.
- Writing user stories and defining success criteria.
- Designing test plans for new releases.
- Mitigating delivery risks.
- Aligning release plans with business needs.
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Work with Project Managers to:
- Manage stakeholder/external client expectations on requirements and timelines.
- Oversee product backlogs and deliver on stakeholder expectations.
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Communicate new releases to key stakeholders and clients.
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Lead internal and external demonstrations of new features.
Additional Responsibilities: Occasionally, the role may require ad-hoc projects of a similar nature aligned with the company’s evolving needs.
Essential Requirements
- Right to work in the UK.
- Proven Product Manager experience, ideally managing multiple products for diverse user groups.
- Strong grasp of modern technologies and Agile/DevOps methodologies.
- Ability to communicate effectively with:
- Developers
- Business Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
- Senior executives
- External clients
- Capacity to coordinate and deliver product rollouts across multiple clients simultaneously.
- Attention to customer feedback, translating insights into product improvements.
- Use of data and analytics to drive data-driven product decisions.
- Proactive, creative problem-solver adept at navigating challenges innovatively.
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Desirable Qualifications
- A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
- Familiarity with UK pensions administration and pension products.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary + annual bonus (£ competition).
- 25 holidays + flexible buy/sell holiday schemes.
- Matching pension scheme.
- Enhanced healthcare and life assurance.
- Retailer discounts via VoucherCloud.
- Flexible benefits scheme, including:
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Virtual GP service
- Paid volunteer days and encouragement for community-work initiatives.
- Referral bonuses and recognition programmes.
How To Apply
Interested candidates applying via the Apply Now button.
Alternatively, contact recruitment@xpsplc.com for further details.
Equal Opportunities Statement
XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from candidates regardless of:
- Sex
- Race/ethnicity
- Disability
- Sexual orientation
- Religion or belief
As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure inclusive and supportive workplaces.
Eligibility & Employment Acceptance
Any employment offer is conditional upon:
- Passing DBS Disclosure checks.
- Providing employment/academic references.
- Satisfactory credit checks.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
Note: XPS Group does not sponsor employees for work visas.
About XPS Group
For more information, visit: www.xpsgroup.com
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