Job Application

Our retained client is a fast growing, privately funded, UK-based SME delivering Advanced Maritime Technology. They leverage their team's defence experience with cross-industry partnerships in the field of advanced naval engineering. Their flagship product is a surface submersible craft designed to operate at speed over range and capable of rapid transition beneath the surface to operate submerged, enabling the discreet delivery and recovery of divers. It is a unique, innovative British product focused primarily on the defence market but with utility beyond.

The right candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of advanced maritime technology working within our client's Business Intelligence team. Utilising your expertise in end user requirements with a deep understanding of maritime technologies, you will contribute to the development and management of the product portfolio. Our client is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in asymmetric maritime operations, and they're seeking individuals who share their passion for innovation and excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Translate complex technical information into clear and easy-to-understand narratives and CONOPs.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to research and understand technical topics and processes.
• Work with internal and external experts to identify and prioritise product capabilities in advanced maritime technology.
• Communicate technical details effectively to stakeholders by translating them into understandable narratives and feature definitions.
• Drive the development of a balanced product roadmap considering priorities, constraints, and growth objectives.
• Facilitate alignment among subject matter experts and senior engineers to prioritise product features efficiently.

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• Experience working with subject matter experts to understand technical and geographical requirements for meeting customer needs.
• 3+ years of experience in product management, service design, or related roles.
• Proven skill in turning technical details/intelligence requirements into clear narratives and feature definitions.
• Strong ability to create and update product roadmaps aligned with business goals, commercial and engineering constraints.
• Skilled in leading group discussions and planning sessions.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to changing environments.
• Willing to travel overseas occasionally at short notice.
• Able to obtain and maintain security clearances (at least BPSS, possibly SC.)

Highly Desirable Qualifications/Attributes:

• Comfortable working in unclear situations and with complex defence organisations.
• Well-connected in defence communities, especially in SOF, scientific or intelligence networks.
• Former Defence Analytical role or SOF background.

If you don't meet the exact requirements above but think your skills can offer something, we'd love to hear from you.

What we expect from you:

• Teamwork, mutual respect, and collaboration
• Initiative and independent working
• Honesty and integrity
• Business and commercial awareness
• Agility, adaptability, and continuous development

What they offer:

• Private Healthcare
• Share Options
• Life Insurance
• Unlimited Paid Holiday
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Pension contribution
• Flexible Working
• A culture of diversity and innovative thinking