Technology Product Manager Microsoft

We have an excellent opportunity here at North Wales Police for a Technology Product Manager, Microsoft on a fulltime permanent basis with the flexibility of hybrid working both from home and the office.

A challenging yet highly rewarding role, which could be the perfect solution for you…

Reporting to and working closely with the Head of Applications as the Technology Product Manager you will plan and oversee the development and roadmap of Microsoft products throughout North Wales Police. Monitoring the market and technology trends to use proactively in identifying and resolving any blockers with the aim to achieve business objectives for the product. You will manage investment decision making for the product ensuring that financial costs are met. Working closely with stakeholders leading towards optimal solutions to help with the resource constraints and prioritisation in a time sensitive manner with full transparency to the wider IT Technology Teams.

We are looking for someone who is dynamic with excellent technology knowledge who can plan and manage their time effectively working both independently and within a team.

What do I need for the Technology Product Manager, Microsoft?

• Educated to degree level, or hold an equivalent relevant professional qualification
• 5+ years of product management or related experience
• A considerable understanding of the Microsoft products, with focus on M365, Power Platform, Purview, Endpoint Manager
• Experience with ITIL is desirable but not essential
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including end-user orientation and ability to manage expectations
• Experience working with all key departments (security, compliance, finance, legal and procurement)
• Knowledge of IT concepts and systems
• Experience of working with multi-site IT or application support teams.
• Strong planning, organizational, and leadership skills, including the ability to mobilize and motivate teams, set direction and approach, resolve conflict, deliver tough messages with grace, and execute with limited information and ambiguity.

What are our benefits  

Here at North Wales Police we value our employees and we provide ample support and training to ensure you excel in your role, alongside receiving benefits such as: 

• All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join 
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes
• Option to become a member of UNISON, the public service union
• Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme 
• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters and not forgetting our wellbeing dog 
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working opportunities    
• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements    
• Sick pay provisions    

 North Wales Police are a bilingual organisation and for this role, you’ll need to demonstrate Level 2 Spoken Welsh skills, which means you’re able to give and ask for personal details and basic information; to make simple requests and say a few phrases about yourself in Welsh. Within your first 12 months service you will be required to reach Level 3 Spoken Welsh language skills. You can find out more by visiting our Welsh Language Resources Page. 

Positive Action  

If you’re from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) group, LGBT+ or have a disability – we may be able to offer you Positive Action support. Visit our Positive Action page to learn more about how this works and our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.  

Disability Confident Employer 

We are recognised as a disability confident employer, we aim to recruit and retain disabled people, and people with health conditions, for their skills and talent. You can indicate on your application form whether you require any support or adjustments to enable you to do the job, or to assist you with your application. 

If you join us with a disability or medical condition, we aim to support you so you can carry out your role effectively. Where possible we’ll arrange reasonable adjustments so you can do this. 

How do you apply 

The post profile will tell you all you need to know about the job and what skills you’ll need to apply.  

Shortlisting is based on your statement in support of your application. Please ensure you evidence where possible with specific examples, of how your experience, qualifications, skills and abilities meet the minimum/special criteria and/or essential requirements for the role. 

Closing date: 13/01/2023

If you require any further information, please contact the North Wales Police Recruitment Team: SSF.Recruitment@northwales.police.uk or 01492 804699.