Product Manager

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UAE is seeking a Product Manager to bridge business and technology. The ideal candidate will define product vision, manage backlog, and lead Agile processes in a financial services context. This permanent role offers career progression and exposure to innovative projects.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative company culture

Exposure to cutting-edge digital projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Product Manager or Product Owner.
• Strong grasp of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Technical background or experience working with development teams.
• Familiarity with data analytics and user research.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate product vision and strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Own and prioritise the product backlog based on stakeholder input and business value.
• Translate business requirements into actionable user stories.

Skills

product

agile

scrum

kanban

roadmap

technology

stakeholder

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

ServiceDesk

Job description

As Product Manager, you will serve as the critical link between business stakeholders, technology teams, and external vendors. You'll define product vision, manage the backlog, and ensure the delivery of high-impact solutions that meet user needs and business goals.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the financial services sector. Known for its digital focus, the company operates as part of a large organisation, delivering innovative solutions to its clients.

Description

• Define and communicate product vision and strategy aligned with business objectives
• Own and prioritise the product backlog based on stakeholder input and business value
• Translate business requirements into actionable user stories or manage the team responsible for doing so
• Act as the main point of contact for product-related queries
• Lead backlog grooming and sprint planning sessions
• Monitor product performance and drive continuous improvement
• Manage vendor contracts and renewals
• Oversee the full product lifecycle
• Research and compare products to meet emerging demands

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Proven experience as a Product Manager or Product Owner
• Strong grasp of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency with tools like Jira, Confluence, and ServiceDesk
• Strategic thinking and user-centric mindset
• Technical background or experience working with development teams
• Familiarity with data analytics and user research

Job Offer

• A permanent role with opportunities for career progression
• Collaborative and forward-thinking company culture
• Exposure to cutting-edge digital projects within the financial services industry

Skills

• product
• agile
• scrum
• kanban
• roadmap
• technology
• stakeholder