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Cathair na Gaillimhe, Éire / Ireland
Hybrid
Who We Are
Ministry Brands is a leading provider of SaaS operational management systems, payments platforms, digital engagement tools and background screening solutions for faith-based, non-profit and for-profit organizations. We serve more than 95,000 customers as a trusted partner in digital transformation and enablement – advancing missions, driving efficiencies, and building engaged communities for more than four decades. The diverse and real-world experiences of our team members serving their communities makes us stronger together and enhances our ability to advance digital transformation for the greater good.
Ministry Brands is committed to acknowledging and valuing our employee differences and to creating an environment in which every individual’s unique strengths and abilities are developed and valued. Our employees share the responsibility for creating this environment and demonstrate mutual respect and acceptance in the workplace. We welcome everyone and are dedicated to creating a culture where all our employees have equal opportunities to be heard and reach their full potential.
What You’ll Do
The Product Owner owns the Product Backlog and Sprint Grooming sessions throughout the quarter. The Product Owner will help define business requirements, own routine planning based on defined business initiatives, and create user stories for each sprint. The Product Owner will be working with multiple products and must be strong in organizational and prioritization skills.
Responsibilities
Operates as a representative of the product team with development teams
Owns the sprint and routine coordination of key initiatives
Maintains high level knowledge of all product initiatives and communicates deadline changes to leadership in coordination with Product Ops
Responsible for managing processes for key inputs, activities, outputs, & goals
Collaborates with internal stakeholders to understand and anticipate their needs and translate them into product requirements
Manages the product backlog and prioritizes based on changing requirements
Oversees all stages of product creation including design and development
Creates user stories in a standardized format
Liaisons with the product team and end-users to deliver updates
Participates in sprint meetings and owns backlog refinement sessions
Owns the completion of the committed initiatives in the quarter
Mitigates roadblocks to achieve sprint/release goals
Leads the product-release plans and sets expectations for delivery of new functionalities
Serves as product ambassador internally and externally, sharing knowledge and answering questions
Who You Are
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in product management or business analysis with SaaS software
3+ years of experience with business analysis or equivalent
Ability to engage and support cross-functional teams
Excellent verbal and written communication, organization and follow-up skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Experience launching product software for clients and consumers
Ability to manage multiple projects in various stages, from infancy to delivery
Ability to learn and understand various computer systems
General understanding of web technology and the software development lifecycle
Travel 10% – 15% for client and office visits
Preferred Skillset
Multiple years’ experience in technology project management or business analysis within a bustling software or technology organization
Excellent relationship building skills and ability to work both individually and as a member of a team; internally, externally, intra and interdepartmentally
Ability to manage from the big picture as well as dig into the details when needed
Ability to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision
Strong client focus with exceptional collaboration and influencing skills
Knowledge of Agile, Agile Product Lifecycle Management, Build vs Buy, Functional Specification, New Product Development, New Product Introduction, Product Demonstration, Product Requirements, Software Requirements Specification, User Research, Bug Tracking Software
What’s in It for You
Competitive Compensation & Benefits
Competitive graduate salary
Generous pension match
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Dental coverage
25 days annual leave
Bike to Work Scheme
Local gym membership
Weekly team lunches
Annual Volunteering Day
Hybrid Working
Professional Growth
Amazing company culture!