Product Manager

Job description / Role

As Product Manager, you will serve as the critical link between business stakeholders, technology teams, and external vendors. You'll define product vision, manage the backlog, and ensure the delivery of high-impact solutions that meet user needs and business goals.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the financial services sector. Known for its digital focus, the company operates as part of a large organisation, delivering innovative solutions to its clients.

Description

* Define and communicate product vision and strategy aligned with business objectives
* Own and prioritise the product backlog based on stakeholder input and business value
* Translate business requirements into actionable user stories or manage the team responsible for doing so
* Act as the main point of contact for product-related queries
* Lead backlog grooming and sprint planning sessions
* Monitor product performance and drive continuous improvement
* Manage vendor contracts and renewals
* Oversee the full product lifecycle
* Research and compare products to meet emerging demands

Job Offer

* A permanent role with opportunities for career progression
* Collaborative and forward-thinking company culture
* Exposure to cutting-edge digital projects within the financial services industry

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
* Proven experience as a Product Manager or Product Owner
* Strong grasp of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Proficiency with tools like Jira, Confluence, and ServiceDesk
* Strategic thinking and user-centric mindset
* Technical background or experience working with development teams
* Familiarity with data analytics and user research

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.