Product Owner

Xpertise Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Equal opportunities employer

Job summary

Xpertise Recruitment is seeking an experienced Product Owner to join a growing legal technology function within a leading international professional services environment. You will own a portfolio of technology solutions, driving adoption, user engagement and continuous improvement across the business, bridging product, technology and operations.

Based in Birmingham or Leeds with a hybrid pattern, the role offers £45,000 - £55,000 plus benefits and a chance to influence strategy across a global

Qualifications

• Experience in Product Ownership or Product Management within tech-focused environments.
• Ability to translate business needs into technology requirements.
• Experience in professional services or regulated environments.
• Knowledge of legal technology platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own and prioritise product roadmaps aligned to business objectives.
• Drive adoption and user engagement of legal technology solutions.
• Translate business requirements into clear product priorities.
• Collaborate with technology teams, suppliers and vendors on implementations.
• Monitor product usage, performance and adoption metrics for improvements.
• Support rollouts with stakeholder engagement and training.

Skills

Product ownership

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Requirements translation

Tools

HighQ

Contract Express

Document automation

Matter management

Job description

Location: Birmingham or Leeds | Hybrid Working | Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Product Owner to join a growing legal technology function within a leading international professional services environment. This role offers the chance to take ownership of a portfolio of technology solutions, driving adoption, user engagement and continuous improvement across the business.

Working at the intersection of product, technology and business operations, you will collaborate with senior stakeholders, technology teams and end users to ensure solutions deliver measurable value, enhance user experience and support organisational objectives.

This organisation is investing heavily in technology and innovation, creating an environment where Product Owners can influence strategy, shape product direction and contribute to meaningful business change on a global scale.

Why Join

• Influence the development and adoption of legal technology solutions across a large international organisation
• Work closely with senior stakeholders and decision makers
• Play a key role in technology transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Join a collaborative, innovative and forward thinking technology function

Responsibilities

• Own and contribute to product roadmaps, prioritising enhancements based on business objectives, user feedback and strategic priorities
• Drive awareness, adoption and effective use of legal technology solutions across the organisation
• Gather and translate business requirements into clear product priorities and technology solutions
• Collaborate with technology teams, suppliers and third party vendors on implementations, upgrades, integrations and enhancements
• Monitor product usage, performance and adoption metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement
• Support technology rollouts through stakeholder engagement, communications and training initiatives
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across legal, business services and technology teams
• Act as an escalation point for complex product issues, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication

Requirements

• Experience in Product Ownership, Product Management, Business Analysis, Legal Technology or a similar technology focused role
• Experience managing technology products through implementation, optimisation and ongoing development
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage and influence senior audiences
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into practical technology solutions
• Experience supporting technology adoption, change management and user engagement initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with a data driven approach to decision making
• Good understanding of Agile delivery methodologies and technology change frameworks
• Experience within professional services, legal services or another regulated environment
• HighQ and/or Contract Express knowledge and experience
• Knowledge of document automation, client portals, matter management, workflow platforms or collaboration technologies
• Experience managing relationships with third-party technology suppliers and vendors
• Interest in emerging technologies and digital transformation initiatives

Location: Birmingham or Leeds

Working Pattern: Hybrid

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Our client is an equal opportunities employer.

At Xpertise, we keep things human. Your application will always be reviewed by a real person. We do not rely on AI or automated screening tools. Every candidate receives fair, considered attention from our team.

Right to work in the UK is required for this role.