Product Owner

mthree Recruiting Portal; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Product Owner to join a top investment bank in Toronto. This role involves leading the development of audit tools, engaging with stakeholders, and driving product strategy. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Finance and proven experience as a Product Owner. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, along with a collaborative mindset. Local candidates are preferred as this is a full-time role based in Toronto.

Benefits

Access to top roles with prestigious global clients

Comprehensive benefits and training

Opportunities for permanent roles

Qualifications

• Experience as a Product Owner or in a similar product management role.
• Proven ability to define and communicate a compelling product vision.
• Demonstrated experience managing product roadmaps and backlogs with a user-centered focus.

Responsibilities

• Define and articulate product vision at both the product and feature level.
• Analyze current-state processes and propose effective solutions.
• Lead Agile ceremonies and champion Agile best practices.

Skills

Product vision communication

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Agile methodologies

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Tools

Cloud platforms

AI/ML automation tools

Job description

Want to work as a Product Owner at an Investment Bank

We are looking for someone to join one of our clients as a Product Owner. The Product Owner will play a critical role in building the next generation of audit tools. This individual will lead engagement with stakeholders, business owners, and development teams to ensure the product strategy aligns with business objectives. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in agile environments and a strong track record of managing product development roadmaps. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, problem‑solving skills, and strong communication capabilities. The successful candidate will be adept at analyzing current‑state processes and driving smart, scalable solutions. Depending on the context, solutions may involve AI/ML automation or streamlined process improvements.

About mthree

mthree is the award‑winning talent and training partner for leading organizations worldwide. As technology continues to evolve we ensure that professionals like you have the skills and opportunities to succeed in today’s rapidly changing world.

By joining mthree you’ll gain :

• Access to top roles with prestigious global clients including tier‑one investment banks.
• The chance to work on impactful technology projects from international trading platforms to critical enterprise applications.
• A full suite of benefits, training and support to help you thrive in your role.
• Opportunities to transition into permanent roles with our clients and build a long‑term career.

Whether you’re starting your journey or looking for your next big opportunity mthree connects you to roles where you can make a difference.

Why join us

At mthree we believe in empowering individuals to build impactful careers. When you join us you’re not just starting a new job—you’re joining a global community of professionals working at the cutting edge of technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and articulate product vision at both the product and feature level in collaboration with business and audit leadership.
• Analyze current‑state processes and work with stakeholders (clients, integration partners, and internal teams) to evaluate problems and propose effective solutions.
• Facilitate debate, obtain consensus, and translate findings into detailed business requirements and user stories.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to ensure clarity of requirements and alignment between business needs and technical execution.
• Develop and maintain a forward‑looking product strategy that accounts for technical trends and industry shifts.
• Lead Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives) and champion Agile best practices throughout the team.
• Serve as the key point of contact for stakeholder communication alignment and expectation management.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance
• Experience as a Product Owner or in a similar product management role
• Proven ability to define and communicate a compelling product vision
• Strong leadership and decision‑making skills in complex cross‑functional environments
• Demonstrated experience managing product roadmaps and backlogs with a user‑centered focus
• Collaborative mindset with a bias toward innovation and practical problem‑solving
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication skills
• Experience working with cloud platforms and data‑driven products including AI/ML and automation tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in internal audit risk or compliance
• Background in a Big 4 firm (e.g., Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG)
• Professional certifications such as CSPO, CPA, or CIA

At mthree our values support courageous teammates, needle‑movers, and learning champions—all while striving to support the health and well‑being of all employees. We take great pride in celebrating the diversity of each individual who contributes to making mthree the company it is today and will be in the future. We value diversity both within mthree and with our partner companies and are proud to provide an environment where all our colleagues can flourish. That means promoting a strong culture of equality but most importantly inclusion.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full‑time basis. The company will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Must be local to Toronto

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Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1