External Product Owner

The UK member firms of Grant Thornton are part of a global network of independent audit, tax, and advisory firms, comprising over 76,000 professionals across more than 150 countries. We are a team of independent thinkers who prioritize quality, inclusion, and integrity. Globally, we bring diverse experiences to our clients—delivering expertise that is personal, proactive, and agile.

Our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals every day. The Digital Audit Team leverages current and emerging technology to foster pride in audit as a discipline. We listen to practice needs and support auditors in acquiring future-ready skills and developing confidence in new ways of working.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including reduced hours and job sharing, to support work-life balance.

We are seeking a Product Owner for external digital products, responsible for managing relationships with external digital audit strategic suppliers (such as Inflo) and enhancing the use of these products within the audit practice. The role involves driving product implementation and leading the transition to a digital-first approach. The Product Owner will collaborate with the Digital Audit Team, external product teams, and other stakeholders to support digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the transformation to a digital-first approach by working with external product providers to meet evolving user needs.
• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of specific external products within our portfolio.
• Develop proficiency in these products to effectively lead the transition to digital-first practices.
• Measure contract success, troubleshoot issues, and participate in procurement processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to maximize adoption of external digital audit products and establish governance to ensure quality and risk management.
• Promote a culture where engagement teams proactively seek assistance from the Digital Audit Team in using these products, driven by quality, timeliness, and effectiveness.
• Additionally, collaborate across the Grant Thornton International network to share knowledge, skills, and best practices, enhancing our digital offerings globally.

Candidate Profile:

We seek a driven and solutions-oriented individual with experience as a product owner, especially in implementing digital solutions in audit or similar professional environments. Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, leadership skills, and knowledge of Agile principles are essential. Ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities is also important.

Our Culture & Values:

At Grant Thornton, we celebrate diversity and value each individual’s contributions. Our inclusive culture fosters respect and allows our people to perform at their best and realize their potential. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and pursue passions both inside and outside of work.

Work-Life Balance & Community Impact:

We recognize that life extends beyond work. We offer flexible working options and aim to maintain a healthy work-life balance. The impact of your work can reach beyond your day-to-day role—through secondments, charity fundraising, or supporting entrepreneurs in developing countries. Our drive to do the right thing aligns with our core values of purposefulness, curiosity, and candor with kindness.

We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and exceed expectations—people proud to do what’s right for the firm, clients, colleagues, and themselves.