Head of Product and User Centred Design
You will lead product management and user-centred design strategies across the Department for Transport to ensure digital services meet user and organisational needs. Working with senior stakeholders and delivery teams, you will oversee and develop high-performing communities of practice and shape digital investment decisions. This role defines the strategic direction for product management and user-centred design while driving transformation at scale. You will help create sustainable services that deliver meaningful outcomes for the public, colleagues, and partners.
What they're looking for
- Experience leading product management and UCD functions and setting strategy
- Proven ability to build, lead and develop high-performing teams
- Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to influence senior leaders
- Experience developing product strategies aligned with organisational priorities
- Ability to establish standards, governance and best practice across teams
Qualifications
- APM Product Management Practitioner level
- A relevant qualification in Product management
- UX design - UX diploma certificate
- User centred design qualification
Nationality requirements
Open to UK, Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth, EU, EUSS-eligible, and Turkish nationals with the right to work.
Selection process
Sift takes place on Thursday 8th October 2026. Interviews take place on Thursday 22nd October 2026 online via Microsoft Teams.
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