Ed Thake-Adams
Product Manager @Ofsted
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WORK HISTORY
Product Manager @Ofsted
Bristol, GB
Accountable for shaping and delivering new Ofsted services through Discovery, Alpha and Beta, guiding products from concept to live use in a complex regulatory environment and adhering to the Government Digital Service Standard- Working at the heart of multi-disciplinary Agile teams (user research, content, UX, architects, testers, developers, delivery managers), ensuring delivery stays focused on user needs and business goals- Reviving and restructuring dormant backlogs, defining and prioritising roadmaps, and guiding governance to make tough calls- Delivering iterative improvements to live tools, reducing compliance risks, simplifying workflows, and improving user experience- Championing user-centred design with senior stakeholders, spearheading strategic communications, and running regular show-and-tells to align teams and stakeholders on progress, decisions and priorities- Defining, tracking and reporting measurable OKRs to evidence product impact and ensuring delivery remains focused on outcomes.
EDUCATION
CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing
Professional Diploma, Marketing
University of York
BA (Hons), English Language & Linguistics
SKILLS
ABOUT ED THAKE-ADAMS
I’ve built a career out of bringing clarity to complex, purpose-led organisations.In my 13 years in marketing and comms I transformed hard-working teams into high-performing ones, ran award-winning campaigns that tripled online traffic and revenue, and built processes to manage high-profile media scrutiny.Since shifting to become a Certified Scrum Product Owner in 2022 I’ve shaped digital products that support Ofsted’s inspection practice across schools, early years, social care, and beyond.I’ve guided complex decisions, while iterating impactful, user-centred digital tools that meet the Government Digital Service Standard. I have spearheaded many digital optimisation projects, driving website growth, conversions and accessibility.I thrive on collaborating with people to untangle tricky problems, drive continual improvements, harness creativity, and deliver real value to users.
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