Product Owner - Cloud & SaaS Platform & Security SPOC

Genus Plc; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Product Owner to join their Finance product team. You will act as the main link between finance stakeholders and IT teams, owning the product backlog and prioritising improvements to meet business needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in product ownership, stakeholder management skills, and a strong understanding of financial processes. A supportive environment with flexible working options and numerous benefits awaits you.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

25 days holidays + Bank Holidays

Private Medical cover

Employee share plan

Flexible Working Policy

Qualifications

• Experience as a Product Owner or Business Analyst in Finance/ERP.
• Knowledge of AP, AR, GL, reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the Finance product roadmap.
• Prioritise backlog items for maximum business value.
• Drive process improvements and support change management.

Skills

Product ownership

Stakeholder management

Agile frameworks

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance

Education

Foundation-level finance accreditation (e.g., AAT Level 2/3)

CSPO, SAFe POPM, or equivalent certification

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Product Owner to join our Finance product team, acting as the main link between Finance stakeholders and agile IT teams. You will own the product backlog, prioritise improvements, and ensure solutions meet business, compliance, and user needs.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the Finance product roadmap
• Prioritise backlog items for maximum business value
• Gather requirements from Finance stakeholders
• Ensure delivered features meet quality and audit standards
• Drive process improvements and support change management
• Monitor and identify goals for the reduction of our GHG emissions from our own operations
• Drive porcine and bovine genetic improvements which support productivity gains and improve feed efficiency, enabling a reduction in the production of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per unit of milk or meat produced
• Identify facility and other opportunities for reductions in GHG emissions, consistent with our goals
• Partner and advocate for policies that advance positive climate goals and identified United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Qualifications

• Experience as a Product Owner or Business Analyst in Finance/ERP
• Knowledge of AP, AR, GL, reconciliations, and financial controls
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance or similar ERP
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe)
• Preferred: CSPO, SAFe POPM, or equivalent certification
• Foundation-level finance accreditation (e.g., AAT Level 2/3)

Benefits Overview

• Performance related bonus
• 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Private Medical cover
• Health Cash back scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee share plan
• Flexible Working Policy (where appropriate/practicable)
• Enhanced maternity leave 12 weeks at full pay followed by 4 weeks at 50% followed by SMP
• Comprehensive L&D program including career development programs, access to Genus University and Mango (languages)

Company Culture

Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed.

Equal Employment Opportunities

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti‑discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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