Data Product Owner

Data Product Owner
6 Month contract initially
Based: Max 2-3 days per week onsite in Warwick
Rate - £350 - £400 pay p/d via Umbrella

We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a Data Product Owner on a long term program of work.

Key Responsibilities:
Data Product Ownership
* Own and manage the lifecycle of data products from discovery through delivery, release, and continuous improvement.
* Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to define product vision, roadmap, and priorities aligned with organizational and Net Zero objectives.
* Translate business requirements into clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and functional specifications.
* Ensure data products deliver measurable business value and support operational and strategic decision-making.
* Prioritize backlog items and manage delivery in alignment with agile methodologies.
Stakeholder Engagement & Requirements Gathering
* Engage with stakeholders across Network Design, Digital, Engineering, Operations, and Data teams to capture business needs and define product requirements.
* Facilitate workshops, discovery sessions, and requirement-gathering activities.
* Act as the primary liaison between technical delivery teams and business users.
* Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment across multiple workstreams.
Data & Technology Delivery
* Support the design and implementation of modern data solutions including Data Products and Data Fabric capabilities.
* Work closely with Data Engineers, Architects, Developers, and Analysts to ensure successful product delivery.
* Ensure solutions adhere to data governance, security, quality, and compliance standards.
* Coordinate product testing, validation, release planning, and production deployment activities.
* Support operational readiness and transition into business-as-usual support.
Governance & Continuous Improvement
* Establish and maintain documentation including product specifications, process flows, release documentation, and operational guidance.
* Define and monitor KPIs and success metrics for data products.
* Identify opportunities for optimization, automation, and innovation.
* Promote best practices in product ownership, agile delivery, and data management

Key Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience working as a Data Product Owner, Product Owner, Data Delivery Lead, or similar role.
* Strong experience delivering and managing enterprise Data Products.
* Experience working within Data Fabric or modern cloud-based data ecosystems.
* Demonstrated experience capturing business requirements and translating them into deliverable solutions.
* Experience managing products through full delivery lifecycle including release into production.
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery environments.
* Ability to work independently and proactively in a dynamic environment.
* Strong documentation and process management capabilities.
* Experience collaborating with cross-functional technical and business teams.

Desirable skills/knowledge/experience:
* Experience within utilities, energy, electricity transmission, or infrastructure sectors.
* Understanding of transmission network operations and digital transformation programs.
* Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.
* Knowledge of data governance, metadata management, and master data concepts.
* Exposure to analytics, reporting, and Business Intelligence solutions.
* Understanding of Net Zero, sustainability, or energy transition initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible.

LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.