Product Owner : Financial Services

Mukuru; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 606 000 - 953 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Cape Town is seeking a dynamic Product Owner to drive strategy for their Loans Product. You will own the product roadmap and lead innovative solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer journeys. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in product management and a deep understanding of fintech trends and compliance. Join us in shaping the future of financial services.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Product Owner or Business Analyst.
• Proven track record in mobile app development.
• Knowledge of financial services, compliance, and customer onboarding is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Own the product roadmap and lead innovation within Financial Services.
• Collaborate with teams to design user-friendly solutions.
• Translate business needs into product features that enhance customer journeys.
• Manage and refine product backlog to maximize ROI.
• Work with Scrum teams to drive delivery and unblock challenges.

Skills

Product Owner experience

Agile / Scrum

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Negotiation skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification (Information Systems)

Job description

Mukuru is one of the fastest-growing fintechs in Southern Africa, operating across SADC and Europe, and backed by the largest Africa-focused US private equity fund.

Our mission?

To make financial services simple, safe, and accessible through smart, innovative technologies.We're on the lookout for a dynamicProduct Ownerwho thrives in fast-paced environments and loves the challenge of turning big ideas into customer-driven solutions.

This role gives you the chance to shape and drive strategy for ourLoans Product— a multi-country, multi-platform solution at the heart of our Financial Services offering.

You'll report directly to the Head of Product Domain : Financial Services.

What You’ll Do

• Own the product roadmap and lead innovation within the Financial Services domain.
• Collaborate with brilliant cross-functional teams to design scalable, user-friendly solutions.
• Translate business needs into powerful product features that deliver seamless customer journeys.
• Keep your finger on the pulse of fintech trends, compliance, and emerging technologies.
• Prioritise and refine the product backlog to maximise ROI.
• Work hand-in-hand with Scrum teams to drive delivery, create sprint goals, and unblock challenges.
• Champion communication around product features and releases, ensuring stakeholders are always in the loop.

What You’ll Bring

• A relevant tertiary qualification (Information Systems a plus).
• 3–5 years of Product Owner or Business Analyst experience (Agile / Scrum essential).
• Proven track record in custom mobile app development.
• Knowledge of financial services, compliance (KYC, Foreign Exchange), and customer onboarding is a big advantage.
• Sharp analytical thinking, clear communication, and strong negotiation skills.
• The ability to juggle priorities, spot opportunities, and keep a laser focus on customer needs.
• I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be % comfortable in applying.

We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent.

So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements.

Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited" Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need

Should you be appointed in a remote / work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a 'work-like' environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers. If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

NB : ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY'S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS