Product Owner - Data Analytics Platform

Ascendion; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Greater London is seeking a hands-on Product Owner to lead the development of a data analytics platform for the Audit business. This high-ownership role requires strong collaboration with engineering teams and involves end-to-end product delivery, including managing the roadmap and backlog. Ideal candidates will have solid product engineering backgrounds and proven experience in owning products from concept to delivery. Excellent communication skills and a strong delivery mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong product engineering/product development background.
• Proven experience owning products from concept to delivery.
• Ability to work independently and 'hit the ground running'.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with data or analytics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end product delivery: roadmap, backlog, requirements, and execution.
• Work closely with engineering teams to define, build, and deliver product features.
• Translate business needs into clear, actionable product requirements.
• Prioritize the backlog and ensure timely delivery of product increments.
• Identify risks, resolve blockers, and ensure product quality.
• Engage with stakeholders to define goals and manage expectations.

Skills

Product engineering

Product development

Communication

Problem-solving

Data analytics

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a hands‑on Product Owner to lead the development of a data analytics platform supporting the Audit business. This is a high‑ownership, delivery‑focused role that requires strong collaboration with engineering teams and the ability to work with minimal guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end product delivery: roadmap, backlog, requirements, and execution
• Work closely with engineering teams to define, build, and deliver product features
• Translate business needs into clear, actionable product requirements
• Prioritize the backlog and ensure timely delivery of product increments
• Identify risks, resolve blockers, and ensure product quality
• Engage with stakeholders to define goals and manage expectations

Must‑Have Skills

• Strong product engineering/product development background (not just Agile ceremonies)
• Proven experience owning products from concept to delivery
• Ability to work independently and “hit the ground running”
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills
• Experience with data or analytics platforms
• Strong delivery mindset in a challenging, fast‑paced environment