Senior Product Owner

TP ICAP Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Belfast is seeking an experienced Product Owner to define and lead their product strategy and roadmap. The role involves managing the product development lifecycle, overseeing stakeholder engagement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery. Strong experience in technology delivery and Agile methodologies, along with excellent communication skills, are essential. The company values inclusivity and encourages diverse applicants to apply.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in defining product vision for IT and Operations services.
• Successful track record of technology delivery with teams.
• Solid understanding of the full project life cycle and Agile framework.
• Experience managing change priorities and stakeholder alignment.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the technology product strategy.
• Manage the product development lifecycle from ideation to release.
• Oversee BAU issues and ensure their prompt resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product development.
• Establish change governance for product management.

Skills

Product vision definition

Technology delivery

Collaborative environment facilitation

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Change management

Stakeholder alignment

Job description

Across the CLM technology, the Product Owner will be responsible for:

• Product Strategy and Roadmap: Define and lead the technology product strategy and roadmap, including their alignment with overall business goals
• Stakeholder Management: Primary point of contact for stakeholders, gathering feedback and insights to continuously improve the product, and manage queries and issues raised
• Product Development Lifecycle: Manage the product development lifecycle, from ideation to release, and track progress to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
• Product Specialist: Analyse and understand detailed product needs of clients, and define requirements and functional designs for product enhancements
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, data analytics, and business stakeholders, to drive product development and implementation
• BAU Operation: Oversee BAU issues raised to ensure prompt resolution and help identify thematic trends to be resolved through product enhancement
• Change Management: Establish and operate change governance for the product, including following companywide processes for project reporting, change management & budgeting
• Risk Management: Manage product risk events, including raising, reviewing, and managing mitigation and resolution

Experience / Competences

• Proven experience in defining product vision for IT and Operations services
• Successful track record of technology delivery, including working within teams of up to 8 staff, and management of weekly delivery of sprints for 2-3 teams
• Results oriented with personal accountability
• Excellent skills to facilitate a collaborative environment and foster a culture of respect and excellence
• Solid understanding of the full project life cycle and application of Agile framework
• Experience in managing change priorities, including understanding priorities, aligning stakeholders, and communicating effectively to stakeholders and delivery teams
• Shows evidence of being comfortable working in fast paced or pressured environments
• Excellent analysis and problem solving skills, including for operational and business challenges
• Ability to build a deep understanding of CLM processes, functionality, and underlying technologies
• Open to innovative ideas and ability to create new ideas, approaches or insights
• Excellent communication skills at all levels (both written and oral) and across functions
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with others, and building relationships and networks with internal and external staff
• Constructively handles disagreements to reach a resolution
• Ability to work with diverse groups/ personalities
• Takes initiative, with strong personal organisation skills to work to tight deadlines
• Seeks opportunities to improve their own and the team’s capability
• Projects personal credibility
  
• Industry experience of brokerage client lifecycle management
• Understanding of client risk management processes
• Proficiency in operating under Agile methodologies including SAFe

Job Band & Level

• Manager / Level 6

Not The Perfect Fit?

Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us.

Company Statement

We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement.