Product Owner in Halifax, West Yorkshire

Job Opportunity: Product Owner - Data Lab

Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire
Contract Length: 6 Months
Working pattern: 2 days in the office (Including Monday)

Our client, a leading organisation in the technology sector, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Owner to join their Data Lab team on a temporary basis for a duration of 6 months. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving data-driven business value.

About the Role:

As the Product Owner, you will lead a multidisciplinary feature team tasked with maximising the value derived from data. You will be responsible for shaping the product direction and ensuring that the live services and reporting remain effective and reliable.

Key Responsibilities:

Set Direction and Maximise Value:

• Own and communicate a clear product direction for the Data Lab.
• Continuously assess opportunities for value creation beyond incoming demand.
• Prioritise a diverse stream of demands, balancing enhancements, live-service needs, and technical debt.

Lead the Feature Team:

• Be the visible leader, clarifying purpose, priorities, and outcomes.
• Empower team members by providing them the context to solve problems effectively.
• Maintain a healthy backlog with well-defined problems and acceptance criteria.

Own Live Services and Reporting:

• Ensure the reliability and effectiveness of live data services post-release.
• Address live issues promptly, collaborating with various teams to maintain service health.
• Utilise performance metrics and consumer feedback to inform improvements.

Influence Stakeholders:

• Build trusted relationships across various business units and senior stakeholders.
• Communicate complex decisions in clear, business-friendly terms.
• Challenge stakeholder requests constructively, ensuring alignment on priorities and outcomes.

What Our Client Is Looking For:

Essential Experience and Skills:

• Proven track record in Product Ownership with accountability for product direction and business outcomes.
• Strong ability to identify, quantify, and deliver tangible business value.
• Experience with Agile product delivery, including backlog management and incremental delivery.
• Leadership presence and credible communication skills with senior stakeholders.
• Technical depth in data products, including understanding data governance and quality.

Useful Experience:

• Background in financial services, lending, or mortgages.
• Familiarity with cloud data platforms and modern data architecture.
• Experience working within regulated environments that involve material data or risk considerations.

Why This Role Is Exciting:

This position offers a unique chance to influence the direction of data products, ensuring they meet business needs and create significant value. The successful candidate will be recognised as a leader, accountable for the team's focus and the outcomes achieved.

If you are a strategic thinker who can balance competing priorities while driving results, this role is for you!

Our client is eager to find a Product Owner who is ready to make a real impact in the Data Lab. If you have the skills and experience to take on this exciting challenge, please apply today!

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

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