Product Manager

Lead enterprise product strategy - help shape smarter systems across CouncilWork with great people - collaborate with engaged stakeholders and expert delivery teamsGreat benefits - wellbeing leave, birthday leave, flexible work options and moreAbout The RoleWe're on a digital transformation journey - and our enterprise systems are at the heart of it.

As our Product Manager - Enterprise Systems, you'll take the lead in managing the strategy, roadmap and performance of platforms that support finance, customer experience, and work management across Hutt City Council.

You'll work with internal stakeholders, vendors and agile delivery teams to ensure our systems are fit-for-purpose, future-ready, and genuinely customer-centric.You WillDefine and deliver product strategies and roadmaps that align with our organisation's prioritiesEngage stakeholders and vendors to understand business needs and manage expectationsChampion user adoption by supporting change, training and continuous improvementLead product delivery using Agile practices to deliver timely, effective solutionsFoster a positive team culture where wellbeing, collaboration and impact are at the forefrontAbout YouYou'll be a systems thinker who can translate vision into value — with strong delivery skills, stakeholder confidence, and a customer-first mindset.

You bring the confidence to lead, the curiosity to improve, and the practical experience to get things done.

You will have : 5+ years of experience in product management, ideally with enterprise platforms (ERP, CRM, Asset or Work Management)Proven ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organisationStrong communication and change management skills, with a knack for bringing people on the journeyAgile experience, including backlog management, user story definition and facilitation of Agile ceremoniesA relevant tertiary qualification and / or experience in local government (desirable)About UsAt Hutt City Council our vision is to build a connected, resilient and inclusive city where all our people thrive.

Kia noho mai tenei taone hei pou herenga waka, hei pou herenga kaupapa, hei wahi whai hua ki hona iwi.Our people are 'proud to be part of it' - working here is truly rewarding knowing together we're making a genuine difference to Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai Lower Hutt and its people, both now and into the future.

Tuhono mai.

Come join us!Some Of Our Great Benefits IncludePaid birthday leave!

Take a day off to celebrate YOUWellbeing leave, plus additional wellbeing perksFlexible working optionsOne paid volunteer leave day each yearApplications close at 11.55pm on 3 July 2025.

Please note that we may review applications before the closing date and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

We reserve the right to withdraw the job advertisement at any time.

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