Product Owner Lead

More than you expected

The UK member firms of Grant Thornton are part of global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 76,000 in over 150 countries. We\’re a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That\’s Grant Thornton.

Job Description:

Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.

The Digital Audit Team showcases the power of current and emerging technology to generate a new source of pride in audit as a discipline. We listen to the needs of the practice, and support auditors as they learn future fit skills and develop their confidence in new ways of working.

We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Lead Product Manager, responsible for leading the product owner team. In this position, you will be instrumental in coordinating and driving forward the product development roadmap and leading the transition to a digital first approach.The Lead Product Manager will work closely with others in the Digital Audit Team and other stakeholders to ensure the delivery of ongoing digital transformation.
A look into the role

As a Lead Product Manager, you will:

• Lead the product ownership hub (our team of product owners) to ensure the delivery of our planned work and the digital transformation of audit
• Manage the product roadmap, including engaging with team members and stakeholders to prioritize product activity to deliver our strategic aims
• Own the delivery of the end-to-end product lifecycle and ensure consistent delivery by the team

• Develop proficiency in the use of digital audit team products and platforms
• Engage with the audit practice to understand user needs

• Work with key stakeholders to drive and maximize the adoption of digital audit products within the practice while establishing appropriate governance on the use of them to ensure quality and risk are effectively managed.

• Establish a culture where engagement teams proactively seek assistance from the Digital Audit Team in the use of our products, driven by the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of our solutions.

You will also where appropriate collaborate with key contacts throughout the Grant Thornton International (GTIL) network to share knowledge, skills and best practice to enable us to enhance our digital offering both locally and globally.
Knowing you’re right for us

Joining us as a Senior Manager / Associate Director, the minimum criteria you’ll need is to be driven and determined to find solutions to audit challenges. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.

• Proven experience working as a product owner / product manager, particularly in the implementation of digital solutions within an audit or similar professional services environment.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and work with stakeholders at various levels of the organization and externally.

• Strong leadership abilities, with a track record of driving digital transformation initiatives and fostering a culture of digital enablement.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

• In-depth knowledge of Agile process and principles

• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

• Strong problem-solving, decision making, and analytical skills.

Knowing we’re right for you

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm’s values – purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind.

We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.

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