Product Owner

Product Owner 6 Month contract initially + Extensions Based: Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite in Stevenage Rate: £450 - £500 p/d - (via Umbrella company) 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 number of Product Owner's to join the team. Key Responsibilities; * Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap aligned with pharma business goals and regulatory timelines. * Ensure all product capabilities meet relevant compliance standards, including GxP, ALCOA+, 21 CFR Part 11, and Annex 11. * Own and prioritize the product backlog, balancing business value, scientific needs, regulatory requirements, and technical debt. * Translate complex scientific, clinical, or manufacturing workflows into actionable user stories with clear acceptance criteria. * Collaborate closely with engineering, data, QA, design, and business SMEs to deliver validated and compliant product increments. * Lead Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, refinement sessions, and sprint reviews. * Ensure all deliverables meet validated-state requirements for deployment in regulated environments. * Engage with stakeholders across scientific, clinical, manufacturing, regulatory, and quality teams to gather requirements and share product updates. * Monitor product KPIs, user adoption, operational efficiency, and compliance metrics to guide continuous improvement. * Uphold strong data governance and data integrity principles while driving user centric, compliant product enhancements. Key Skills & experience: * Proven experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar role within pharmaceutical, life sciences, or other regulated industries. * Strong understanding of GxP regulations, including 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and data integrity principles (ALCOA+). * Hands on experience supporting Computer System Validation (CSV) / Computer Software Assurance (CSA) processes, validation documentation, and audit readiness. * Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific, clinical, or manufacturing workflows into clear product requirements. * Solid working knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) with experience leading Agile ceremonies. * Experience collaborating with scientific, clinical, engineering, quality, or manufacturing teams in a cross functional setup. * Ability to manage and prioritize a product backlog that balances business value, compliance needs, and technical constraints. * Strong analytical and problem solving mindset, especially in regulated or high complexity environments. * Excellent communication skills for engaging both technical and non technical stakeholders. * Proven ability to operate in ambiguity, drive clarity, and make decisions in compliance driven environments