Job reference: 333
Product Owner
Duties/ Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
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Product Backlog Management: Prioritise and maintain the product backlog, ensuring alignment with both business goals and the product roadmap.
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User Story Development: Define clear, concise, and actionable user stories, ensuring they bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with internal teams to ensure the product backlog is aligned with the overarching business strategy.
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Product Analytics: Track product performance, gather insights, and use data to inform product development decisions and future improvements.
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Ongoing Product Support: Assess the priority of bug fixes and feature requests, ensuring swift resolution and continuous product improvement.
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Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to junior team members, promoting a collaborative and nurturing environment.
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Foster Team Cohesion: Cultivate a positive, communicative, and supportive team atmosphere to encourage collaboration and shared success
Key qualifications for this role are:
- Education: A relevant degree.
- Experience: Industry experience as a Product Owner or in a similar role.
- Analytical Mindset: Strong problem-solving skills, with a creative and innovative approach to challenges.
- Interest in AI & Technology: Passionate about the latest advancements in AI, software development, and technology
Team and communication:
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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
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Ability to think outside the box and adapt to changing circumstances with flexibility and creativity.
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Experience working in fast-paced environments, fostering a collaborative team dynamic.
In addition to the above, a couple of 'nice to haves' are:
- STEM Degree: A background in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics is advantageous.
- Data analysis: Proficiency in using analytics tools or similar to gather insights and drive decisions.
- Python code: An ability to read, write, run, and understand basic Python scripts would be a plus.
- Help with product support: Assist in addressing product-related queries and issues, providing support to ensure a seamless user experience.
This position is a 4-day-per-week on-site role in Exeter - remote working not possible.
Benifits:
We value enthusiasm and loyalty. We’ve implemented an EMI scheme in the company - this is a discretionary scheme, for which employees become eligible after a year with us.
Quality of life is in our DNA - as well as a friendly and stimulating working environment, we offer a range of additional benefits including:
- 4-day working week
- Beautiful offices - part of an energetic co-working community (Generator Hub) on Exeter’s vibrant quay
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) scheme
- BUPA private health care (via salary sacrifice)