Aqa

Education

ProductOwner

£53–59k Manchester, United Kingdom FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Product Owner at Aqa. Skills: Product Owner, product backlog management, user stories, stakeholder management, Agile. Prioritising and managing the product backlog to deliver meaningful outcomes.. Working closely with development teams to provide clear, actionable user stories and requirements.”

What You'll Achieve.

deliver meaningful outcomes; improving outcomes for learners; deliver mission‑critical systems that sit at the heart of AQA’s strategic transformation; shape solutions that are reliable, intuitive and grounded in real user needs; delivering high-quality products at a fast pace; Deliver quality products and outcomes – as recognised by the customer

Industry & Context.

Education
Problems you'll solve

analytical and problem-solving skills; data-driven decision-making

Eligibility Requirements

24-month Fixed Term Contract

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

understanding of product management within a software or technology context, Confidence working with cross-functional teams and technical stakeholders, Ability to plan, organise and prioritise effectively, A collaborative mindset with a focus on delivering value, Proven experience in product ownership within a technology-driven environment, analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and data-driven decision-making, Proven track record in working with third party suppliers and technical specialists, Ability to effectively communicate and influence cross-functional teams, with exceptional stakeholder management capabilities, Familiarity with Agile methodologies and a track record of delivering high-quality products at a fast pace

Nice to Have

knowledge of Ed Tech and the education landscape would be advantageous

What You'll Do.

Prioritising and managing the product backlog to deliver meaningful outcomes.

Working closely with development teams to provide clear

actionable user stories and requirements.

Maintaining a understanding of user needs and incorporating feedback into product improvements.

Partnering with stakeholders to align delivery with organisational strategy and goals.

Supporting sprint planning

refinement and release activities to ensure high-quality delivery.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

collaborating with cross-functional teams; Confidence working with cross-functional teams and technical stakeholders; Partnering with stakeholders; Work closely with the Product Manager; hold working relationships with cross-functional teams; acting as a crucial bridge between the business areas, customers and development teams; Work closely with development teams; Communicate product status, key milestones, and risks to relevant stakeholders

Communication Scope

Ability to effectively communicate and influence cross-functional teams

Process & Methodology

Prioritising and managing the product backlog, Ability to plan, organise and prioritise effectively, sprint planning, release activities

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