Senior Product Owner

Assured Data Protection Limited; Collingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in the UK is seeking a Senior Product Owner to play a critical role in managing the product strategy and execution. The ideal candidate will coordinate cross-functional teams and maintain strong communication with stakeholders while driving product initiatives. Proven experience as a Product Owner, understanding of Agile methodologies, and strong leadership qualities are essential for success in this dynamic position. This role offers a hybrid working environment with less than 20% travel expected.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Team-building events

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Product Owner or Senior Product Owner.
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Ability to manage competing priorities based on business impact.

Responsibilities

• Own the product roadmap and ensure alignment with company strategy.
• Manage and groom the product backlog effectively.
• Facilitate key Agile ceremonies and ensure clear communication.

Skills

Product Ownership

Agile/Scrum methodologies

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Customer experience focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Location : Hybrid – Remote / Harewood, Leeds
Position Title: Senior Product Owner
Job Type: Full-Time

About UsAssured Data Protection is a global leader in data backup and disaster recovery managed services, specializing in safeguarding against data loss and downtime in the event of a disaster, cyber, or ransomware attack. Our fully managed services include immutable backup, disaster recovery, and cyber resiliency to protect data on‑premises and in the cloud, with 24/7/365 expert support.

We offer a flexible, consumption‑based model to grow with your business, making data protection cost‑effective and scalable. Our purpose‑built software provides industry‑leading monitoring and reporting capabilities to provide actionable insights into your data protection strategy. Our global datacenters ensure data sovereignty, meeting your organization’s compliance requirements. A dedicated team is always available to recover your data and minimize disruption in the event of a disaster.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Product Owner to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Product Owner, you will play a pivotal role in planning, executing, and closing implementation projects efficiently and effectively. You will be responsible for coordinating cross‑functional teams, ensuring project goals are met on time and within budget, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, possess excellent leadership skills, and are committed to delivering results, we want to hear from you.

Key responsibilities include:

Product Strategy & Roadmap

• Own the roadmap for a key strategic product, ensuring alignment with company strategy, customer needs, and market trends.
• Translate vision into actionable initiatives, prioritised backlogs, and measurable goals.
• Evaluate and adjust priorities regularly based on input from stakeholders, customer feedback, and evolving business needs.

Backlog Management & Feature Planning

• Manage and continuously groom the product backlog to ensure the right balance between new features, technical enhancements, and operational improvements.
• Ensure clear communication of backlog priorities to the development team.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to assess impact and prioritise initiatives that drive adoption and ROI.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Facilitate and lead key Agile ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Daily Stand‑ups, Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Act as the voice of the customer and the business in discussions with technical teams, ensuring development efforts meet intended outcomes.
• Work closely with support and implementation teams to understand customer pain points and opportunities for innovation.

Requirements Definition & Quality Assurance

• Gather input from multiple departments and stakeholders to define detailed product requirements and user stories.
• Define clear and testable acceptance criteria to ensure all deliverables meet business and customer expectations.
• Support QA efforts by validating that delivered solutions meet requirements before release.

Technical Documentation & Internal Enablement

• Produce and maintain product specifications, user guides, process diagrams, and internal support documentation.
• Ensure documentation is kept up to date and is accessible to internal stakeholders and partners.
• Support internal training and onboarding related to new service features or enhancements.

Continuous Improvement & Market Awareness

• Analyse product performance and customer feedback to identify areas for service improvement.
• Monitor industry trends and competitors to inform strategic decisions and maintain competitive advantage.
• Drive innovation through customer insights, data analysis, and exploration of new technologies or delivery models.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Product Owner or Senior Product Owner. Experience within the data protection, backup, or cybersecurity industry would be an advantage, but is not a necessity.
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and practical experience working with development teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and make decisions based on business impact.
• Experience defining requirements, writing user stories, and creating acceptance criteria.
• Proficiency with product management and documentation tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Strong problem‑solving skills and analytical thinking.
• A passion for customer experience, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a technical or business discipline.

Environment Job Requirements

• This position may require travel, expected to be less than 20%.
• All prospective employees must pass a background check prior to hire.
• Candidate must be able to commute to Leeds office.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working options for flexibility.
• Regular team‑building and off‑site company events.
• A dynamic, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.

At Assured Data Protection we value diversity and inclusivity. We offer perks such as flex holidays and flexible working practices to allow our employees to show up as their whole selves. We are an equal‑opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

You must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.