Product Owner - Manager

PwC Acceleration Center India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Acceleration Center India is seeking a Product Owner - Manager to lead product management initiatives across advisory services, ensuring market-aligned products and strategic growth. You will work with cross-functional teams, guiding lifecycle from planning through to go-to-market and end-of-life, while mentoring others and embracing innovation in delivery.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and client-focused problem solving within a dynamic PwC environment, aiming to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Lead product management initiatives from concept to end-of-life with market-driven growth.
• Guide cross-functional teams in developing and executing product strategies using Agile methodologies.
• Oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of product development to meet client expectations.
• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to address user experience challenges.
• Manage lifecycle of software products including updates and maintenance.
• Drive commercialization and go-to-market strategies for products.

Skills

Agile Methodology

Product Management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands‑on learning, cutting‑edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As a Product Owner - Manager, you will lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. Within our Advisory practice, you will be at the intersection of business, user experience, and technology, managing commercial and internal products to validate they meet market demands and drive business growth. Your role will encompass the entire product lifecycle, from definition and planning through production, release, and end‑of‑life, including commercialization and go‑to‑market planning.

As a Manager, you will enhance your leadership style by motivating, developing, and inspiring others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team members' unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You will embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

In this role at PwC Acceleration Center India, you will take ownership of projects, confirming their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion. You will address conflicts or issues, engage in difficult conversations with clients and team members, and uphold professional and technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading product management initiatives from concept through to end-of-life, confirming alignment with market demands and business growth
• Guiding cross-functional teams in the development and execution of product strategies using Agile Methodology
• Overseeing the planning, budgeting, and execution of product development projects to meet client expectations
• Collaborating with business and technology stakeholders to identify and address user experience challenges
• Managing the lifecycle of software products, including modifications, upgrades, and maintenance
• Driving commercialization and go-to-market strategies for commercial products
• Mentoring team members to enhance their skills and encourage professional growth
• Utilizing software product management techniques to optimize product performance and user satisfaction
• Analyzing system components to identify linkages and interactions for improved product solutions
• Engaging in constructive discussions with clients and stakeholders to resolve conflicts and issues

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 4 years of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Design, Engineering, Engineering and Business, Industrial Design, Management Information Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Statistics
• Demonstrating proficiency in Agile Methodology and Product Management
• Excelling in communication and conflict resolution within teams
• Utilizing skills in software product management to drive innovation
• Leading product development initiatives with a focus on client satisfaction
• Mentoring team members to enhance their professional growth
• Analyzing complex systems to identify improvement opportunities