Principle Consultant - Product Operating Model & Governance

What You'll Be DoingDesigning and embedding an effective governance framework across a product-led delivery environmentDefining how work flows through the product operating modelEstablishing and implementing product delivery metrics (flow, throughput, dependencies, blockers, outcomes)Creating clear, meaningful executive reporting and dashboards for senior stakeholdersHelping leadership understand delivery progress, risks, and confidence levelsEnsuring governance enhances (not restricts) product and agile ways of workingProviding independent challenge and perspective on the current modelSupporting and influencing both senior stakeholders and delivery teamsEmbedding sustainable ways of working post-transformation
Essential experience:Proven experience working in large, complex organisationsDeep expertise in product operating models and product-led deliveryStrong background in governance design, assurance, and delivery oversightExperience defining and using flow metrics and delivery measurement frameworksTrack record of building executive-level reporting and insightStrong stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior/executive levelExperience working across multiple teams, domains, or portfolios
Desirable:Experience in post-transformation embeddingBackground in Agile, Lean, or scaled product environmentsExperience coaching or advising senior leadershipActive SC clearance (or eligibility and willingness to undergo clearance)
Security RequirementsCandidates must be eligible for BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) as a minimumSC clearance is highly desirable
About YouComfortable operating at both strategic and delivery levelsAble to challenge constructively while building trustStrong communicator who can translate complexity into clear insightsPragmatic and outcome-focused with a hands-on mindsetAble to bring a fresh, independent perspective

About Amber LabsAmber Labs is a cutting-edge technology consultancy delivering innovative digital solutions across the UK public sector. We specialise in building scalable, user-centred services that make a real impact, particularly across Central Government.
The RoleWe're supporting a large, complex organisation as they continue to evolve their product-led delivery model. As part of this journey, we are looking for a Principal Consultant - Product Operating Model & Governance to help design and embed a governance layer that provides senior stakeholders with visibility, confidence, and control, without compromising the agility and benefits of product-led delivery.
This is a high-impact, senior role, requiring someone who can operate at both a strategic and hands-on level-shaping how governance works while remaining grounded in the reality of delivery teams., What's On OfferOpportunity to shape governance in a modern, product-led organisationFlexible working: remote-first with ad hoc travelChoice of permanent or 12-month FTCHigh-visibility role working with senior stakeholders
What we offer25 days annual leave plus public holidays, so you can actually switch offPrivate medical insurance with BupaRemote-first working with a base at Liverpool Street when you want itA personal training budget to invest in your growth, however that looks for youPerkbox, giving you access to hundreds of perks and discounts across eating out, shopping, wellness, entertainment and moreEV scheme after one year of service, supporting you in making the switch to electricRegular team socials with a group of people who genuinely enjoy working togetherEmployer pension contributionsAnd most importantly, the chance to be part of something from the ground up. Amber Labs is growing fast and the people joining now will shape what this business becomes
Why Join Amber Labs?At Amber Labs, you'll be part of a collaborative consultancy delivering impactful digital solutions across the public sector. We focus on building long-term capability, maintaining high engineering standards, and creating meaningful outcomes for users.