Our client, a leading insurance group, is looking for a Product Owner with a specialization in Data to develop and execute the data strategy and roadmap along with their Digital Transformation. This role requires a deep understanding of data management, analytics, and technology, along with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data-centric initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with a passion for leveraging data to derive actionable insights.
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute the data strategy and roadmap, aligning it with the overall business objectives and growth plans.
Collaborate with stakeholders across various business units to identify data-driven business opportunities and develop innovative solutions to drive value.
Define and prioritize data initiatives, working closely with the development team to ensure effective implementation.
Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of data-centric products, from ideation to launch, ensuring product delivery meets business requirements and objectives.
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in the data domain.
Manage and prioritize the product backlog, incorporating stakeholder feedback and business priorities while ensuring effective resource allocation.
Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and analysts to define and validate data requirements.
Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security, implementing necessary controls and processes to adhere to regulatory and compliance standards.
Monitor digital product performance and success metrics, continuously iterating and optimizing data products based on feedback and insights.
Act as a subject matter expert and advocate for data-driven decision-making across the organization, promoting a data-driven culture.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, business administration, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
Proven experience as a Product Owner or similar role, specifically in data-driven product development and management.
In-depth knowledge of data management, analytics, and visualization tools, as well as emerging technologies in the data domain.
Strong understanding of agile methodologies and experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to distill complex data into actionable insights and solutions.
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Experience in the insurance industry or financial services sector is a plus.
Understanding of data compliance and privacy regulations.
Passion for innovation, technology, and data-driven decision-making.