Senior Data Product Owner (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Data Product Owner (GCP/Fintech): Leading the design and delivery of high-impact data products for the Loans & Affordability Platform with an accent on modernising legacy data infrastructure and enabling data-driven lending decisions. Focus on building a scalable product-led approach to data and collaborating with engineering and architecture teams to ensure system reliability.

Location: Hybrid (Chester or Manchester, UK). Must spend at least two days per week at an office site.

Salary: £78,098 - £91,880

Company

A leading UK financial institution transforming the future of finance through technology and data.

What you will do

• Lead the design and delivery of high-impact data products across the Loans & Affordability Platform.
• Modernise the Loans platform and transition away from legacy data infrastructure to a scalable, product-led approach.
• Define and evolve the product vision and roadmap, balancing strategic goals with iterative delivery.
• Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and business teams to turn complex data needs into high-value products.
• Lead cross-functional agile teams to create clarity and momentum in delivery.
• Champion strong data governance and improve data quality and consistency across solutions.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience as a Data Product Owner or Product Manager in banking or finance.
• Expertise in GCP BigData technologies such as BigQuery, Dataflow, and Cloud Dataproc.
• Strong knowledge of data-driven product development and agile methodologies.
• Proven experience in developing and managing product roadmaps.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous pension contribution of up to 15%.
• Annual performance-related bonus and share schemes including free shares.
• 30 days’ holiday in addition to bank holidays.
• Flexible benefits, including discounted shopping and wellbeing initiatives.
• Comprehensive parental leave policies and support for colleagues with disabilities.
• Inclusive environment with dedicated initiatives for diversity, equity, and inclusion.