Product Owner

Our Client: Based out of Bath, our client provides a Wealth Management Platform for their clients to simplify the complex world of investment. 

The Role: We are looking for a dedicated Product Owner to be the point person in their software delivery. 

It's Purpose: The Product Owner will be responsible for defining the product vision and managing the product development process. As a product owner, you will plan and manage the development project from start to finish, and ensure that the product meet the business needs. 

The Person: The Product Owner will be able to lead the product development team toward achieving the vision and mission of the organization. They will be detail-oriented and have excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Strategizing and presenting ideas to stakeholders
• Defining product features according to customer needs
• Leading the development process
• Acting as the main point of contact between teams and stakeholders
• Managing and prioritizing product backlog items
• Assisting the scrum/product development team to meet the objectives of each sprint
• Adjusting and improving each iteration of the product before release
• Identifying areas of improvement
• Keeping customers and stakeholders informed of the status of the product

About you

Essential:

• Previous working experience as a product owner
• In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure

Desirable:

• BA in computer science, information systems, or related field.
• Similar role held in a Wrap Platform business
• Financial Service knowledge
• Entrepreneurial team player who can multitask..
• Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive; a team leader who can positively and productively impact both strategic and tactical development initiatives.
• Self-reliant, good problem solver, results oriented.
• Ability to operate as an effective tactical as well as strategic thinker

What you will get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 25 days holiday entitlement, with the option to purchase or sell up to 5 additional days per year
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Office and remote working
• Supported and encouraged professional growth and development
• Regular social events
• Flexible dress code
• Private Medical Scheme
• Income Protection Scheme
• Group Contributory Pension Scheme
• Technology and Cycle to Work Schemes
• Internal Mentoring Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Interest free season ticket loans for travel costs
• Various corporate gym membership rates

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your CV now!

If you would like any further information on the role, please contact christianviner@hr-star.co.uk