Product Owner (Hybrid - Bristol)

Adecco; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Product Owner to drive innovation in insurance technology. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in product management, particularly in insurance or fintech, and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The role offers a hybrid working model in Bristol, collaborating with experts in a data-driven environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working model (2-3 days/week)

High-impact role in a data-driven environment

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a Product Owner or similar.
• Good knowledge in AI, Machine Learning, or NLP.
• Solid understanding of service-oriented architecture and Agile delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead backlog management for multiple cross-functional teams.
• Facilitate workshops with stakeholders to gather business needs.
• Collaborate with engineers and domain experts for software solutions.

Skills

Product management

Agile methodologies

AI

Machine Learning

NLP

Problem-solving

Education

Computer science or related field

Job description

Overview

Product Owner - Insurance/Reinsurance/ Financial Services /Fintech (AI/ML/NLP) | Hybrid - Bristol (2-3 Days Onsite)
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced Product Owner who thrives on driving innovation in complex, data-rich environments? Want to work at the cutting edge of insurance technology with a team shaping the future of risk assessment and underwriting? We\'re working with a fast-growing, tech-led business looking for a Product Owner to join a collaborative and high-performing team. This role sits at the heart of service and product development across multiple platforms, playing a key role in optimising workflows and systems used by underwriters and analysts.

The Product Owner Role

As Product Owner, you\'ll be responsible for shaping and managing the backlogs of multiple agile development teams, ensuring deliverables are aligned with strategic goals and provide tangible business value.

You\'ll work closely with data scientists, engineers, and underwriters, gathering and breaking down complex requirements into clear, actionable tasks. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Product Owner to gain deep domain exposure to commercial reinsurance and business process automation.

Responsibilities of the Product Owner:

• Lead backlog management for up to six cross-functional teams, helping define objectives and milestones.
• Facilitate workshops with stakeholders to gather and document business needs.
• Prioritise work based on value, cost, feasibility, and available resources.
• Collaborate with other Product Owners, engineers, and domain experts to develop scalable software solutions.
• Conduct user acceptance testing and ensure product quality meets stakeholder expectations.
• Build trusted relationships across multiple departments and business units.
• Continuously develop your understanding of insurance processes, data flows, and business impact.

What We're Looking For in a Product Owner:

• At least 5 years of experience as a Product Owner or similar, ideally within the insurance or fintech sector.
• You must have good knowledge in AI, Machine Learning or NLP
• Background in computer science, data science, economics, or a related field would be preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, conceptual thinking, and analytical skills.
• Solid understanding of service-oriented architecture and Agile delivery.
• Confident documenting business processes into flow diagrams and user stories.
• Excellent communication skills and a hands-on, collaborative mindset.

Why Apply for This Product Owner Role?

• Hybrid working model (2-3 days/week in a modern Bristol office)
• High-impact role within a data-driven environment
• Work alongside leading experts in reinsurance and software development
• Supportive, agile, and fast-moving team culture
• Opportunities to shape real business outcomes through tech innovation

Interested? Send your CV or get in touch directly at to find out more or apply for this exciting Product Owner opportunity