Software Product Owner

Arcus Solutions; England; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive service solutions company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Product Owner to lead product delivery. This remote role requires overseeing backlogs, simplifying complex processes, and engaging stakeholders. Ideal candidates have 2-4 years of experience in software delivery and strong Agile knowledge. Benefits include competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £51,480

Discretionary bonus

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Generous pension scheme

Learning & Development opportunities

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar.
• Solid understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Strong communication skills to simplify complexity.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain a clear, prioritised backlog.
• Turn complex business processes into actionable user stories.
• Collaborate with engineering to keep delivery flowing smoothly.

Skills

Agile methodology understanding

Communication skills

Backlog management

Workshop facilitation

Detail-oriented organization

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Arcus FM are looking for someone with strong delivery instincts and a knack for turning complexity into clarity. If you love working cross-functionally, driving product value, and seeing ideas come to life, this could be your next big move.

As a Product Owner, you'll take ownership of day-to-day delivery across key product areas. Working closely with the wider team, you'll align roadmaps, refine priorities, and ensure that business needs translate into actionable, user-focused solutions.

You'll lead pragmatic discovery, maintain a clear and prioritised backlog, and partner closely with engineers and stakeholders to ship meaningful, incremental value.

This role also requires awareness of a sibling product, ensuring smooth handoffs and continuity into future phases of development.

This is a remote position, with occasional travel to Redditch and Cirencester for discovery/delivery workshops (frequency varies).

What You'll Do

• Own and maintain a clear, prioritised backlog aligned with product goals and timelines
• Turn complex business processes into actionable user stories and concise acceptance criteria
• Run lightweight discovery when needed—even when documentation is incomplete
• Facilitate engaging playbacks and workshops with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with engineering through agile ceremonies to keep delivery flowing smoothly
• Keep a user-first perspective across internal teams, suppliers, and customers
• Align product delivery with overall strategy and future milestones
• Use tools like JIRA, flow diagrams, and even AI/LLMs to speed up analysis and communication
• Be the key point of contact between technical and business teams
• Gather and respond to user feedback to support continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

Essential

• 2-4 years' experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar in a software delivery context
• Solid understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and backlog management
• Strong communication skills—you can simplify complexity and drive alignment
• Proficiency with JIRA (or similar tools)
• Experience running workshops, refining requirements, and producing discovery artefacts
• Organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently
• A self-starter who is comfortable working to longer deadlines with regular check-ins so they can stay aligned
• Strong communicator who can simplify complexity and engage non-technical audiences

Desirable

• Background in operational, field-service, or facilities-oriented environments
• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or similar Agile certification
• Experience juggling multiple squads or product streams
• Use of LLMs or AI tools to enhance discovery and documentation workflows

Why Join Arcus?

• Up to £51,480 per annum (depending on experience)
• Up to 4% discretionary bonus based on performance
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Generous pension scheme with matched contributions (5%-6%)
• Life Assurance
• Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Learning & Development opportunities, including funded training sponsorships
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health cash plan

At Arcus, we're passionate about nurturing talent and providing industry-leading development opportunities to help you grow your career.

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