Product Owner (Insurance/Reinsurance)

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Product Owner in the UK for a hybrid role in Bristol. The successful candidate will manage the backlogs of multiple agile teams and collaborate with data scientists and underwriters. Candidates must have 3-5 years of relevant experience, knowledge in AI/ML, and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive environment with opportunities for tech innovation in insurance.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Opportunities to shape real business outcomes

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Product Owner or similar in insurance or fintech.
• Proficient in documenting business processes into flow diagrams and user stories.

Responsibilities

• Lead backlog management for multiple cross-functional teams.
• Gather and document business needs through stakeholder workshops.
• Prioritise work based on value, cost, feasibility, and resources.
• Conduct user acceptance testing ensuring product quality.

Skills

Experience as Product Owner

Knowledge in AI/ML or NLP

Strong problem-solving skills

Agile delivery understanding

Communication skills

Education

Background in computer science, data science, economics, or related field

Job description

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

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:

• 3-5 years of experience as a Product Owner or similar, ideally within the insurance or fintech sector.
  
• You must have good knowledge in AI/ML or NLP
  
• Background in computer science, data science, economics, or a related field.
  
• 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 (see below) to find out more or apply for this exciting Product Owner opportunity.