Product Owner

iOCO Pty Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services technology provider in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Product Owner to drive the development of wealth management platform solutions. You will define product strategy and manage the backlog to meet client needs while ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of product management experience, particularly in financial services. Join us to enhance product delivery and stakeholder satisfaction with cutting-edge financial technology solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of product management or product owner experience in financial services or wealth management.
• Deep understanding of UK wealth management business processes.
• Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision and strategy for wealth platform solutions.
• Manage the product backlog in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Write user stories and acceptance criteria for development tasks.

Skills

Product management

Stakeholder management

Agile/Scrum methodologies

Analytical skills

User story writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or related field

Relevant product management certifications (CSPO, PSPO, or similar)

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Product Board

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner to drive the development and evolution of wealth management platform solutions for our client. You will be responsible for defining product strategy, managing the product backlog, and ensuring our solutions meet the evolving needs of UK wealth management clients while maintaining regulatory compliance. This role requires a deep understanding of both wealth management business processes and modern product management practices.

What you'll do:

• Define and communicate product vision and strategy for wealth platform solutions
• Manage and prioritise the product backlog in collaboration with stakeholders, development teams, and clients
• Write clear, detailed user stories and acceptance criteria that translate business requirements into actionable development tasks
• Work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to gather requirements and validate product decisions
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to create intuitive user experiences for complex financial workflows
• Partner with Solutions Architects and development teams to ensure technical feasibility and optimal implementation approaches
• Conduct regular sprint planning, backlog refinement, and product demonstrations
• Monitor product performance using analytics and user feedback to drive continuous improvement
• Ensure all product features comply with FCA regulations and industry standards
• Lead user acceptance testing and coordinate product releases with cross-functional teams
• Maintain product roadmap and communicate progress to stakeholders and senior leadership
• Analyze market trends and competitor offerings to identify opportunities for product enhancement

Your Expertise:

• 7+ years of product management or product owner experience, with at least 3 years in financial services or wealth management
• Deep understanding of UK wealth management business processes including portfolio management, client onboarding, reporting, and regulatory requirements
• Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies with hands‑on experience as a Product Owner
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software products from conception to launch
• Experience writing user stories, managing backlogs, and working with development teams
• Understanding of FCA regulations and compliance requirements affecting wealth management platforms
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with ability to balance competing priorities
• Strong analytical skills with experience using data to drive product decisions
• Experience with product management tools (Jira, Confluence, Product Board, or similar)
• Basic understanding of RESTful APIs and system integration concepts
• Familiarity with modern development practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and security considerations in financial services
• Understanding of data management and reporting requirements in wealth management

Key Success Metrics

• Product delivery velocity and quality
• Stakeholder satisfaction scores
• User adoption and engagement metrics
• Compliance with regulatory requirements and project timelines
• Client retention and satisfaction with product features

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or related field
• Relevant product management certifications (CSPO, PSPO, or similar)
• Financial services qualifications (preferred but not essential)