Job#: 3043280 Job Description: Large Financial Client Senior Product Owner - Risk & Compliance Digital ProductsPay Rate: $65-75/hr Hybrid in Charlotte Area (1-2x onsite required) 6+ month contract with potential to extend/convert FTE OverviewOur client is seeking a Senior Product Owner to lead and evolve a portfolio of products supporting the Risk & Compliance organization's digital transformation strategy. This role partners across business and technology teams to deliver scalable, client-focused solutions that improve operational efficiency, strengthen risk management capabilities, and advance strategic business objectives.
As the voice of the product, you will define priorities, manage the product backlog, align stakeholders around a shared vision, and ensure delivery teams build solutions that maximize business value. You will work closely with Product Managers, technology teams, and business leaders to translate strategy into execution and measurable outcomes.
What You'll Do- Partner with business and technology stakeholders to define product vision, strategy, and priorities.
- Collaborate with Product Managers to develop and maintain product roadmaps aligned to organizational goals.
- Own and prioritize the product backlog, translating business needs into features and user stories.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration throughout the product lifecycle to deliver high-impact solutions.
- Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and Agile delivery teams.
- Define acceptance criteria and ensure delivered capabilities meet business requirements and quality standards.
- Lead stakeholder engagement, communication, and expectation management.
- Champion digital transformation initiatives that improve risk, compliance, and operational outcomes.
- Develop executive-level reporting, dashboards, and performance metrics that support informed decision-making.
- Support portfolio planning, budgeting, governance, and product performance reporting.
What We're Looking ForWe are looking for a collaborative, strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering innovative solutions and exceptional client experiences. The ideal candidate combines strong business acumen, product management expertise, and the ability to influence across diverse stakeholder groups.
QualificationsRequired
- 5+ years of experience in product management, product ownership, consulting, program management, or a related discipline.
- 3+ years of experience leading Agile product development teams.
- Experience defining product strategy, prioritizing backlogs, and delivering business outcomes through Agile practices.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Experience working in complex, fast-changing environments.
- Proficiency with Jira or comparable product management tools.
Preferred- Financial services, fintech, risk, compliance, or regulatory technology experience.
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO), or comparable Agile certification.
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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