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Within Bank of Ireland we are evolving our business to respond to the continuously developing needs of our customers. Aligning to Agile ways of working and putting the customer at the heart of what we do, we are looking for someone to lead on Product Owner Standards and Governance!
Job Responsibility:
Standards Definition & Maintenance: Develop and maintain a comprehensive set of standards and guidelines for Product Ownership, including role expectations, artefacts, ceremonies, and decision rights
Ensure alignment with Agile delivery models, regulatory requirements, and Bank of Ireland's strategic objectives
Regularly review and update standards to reflect evolving practices and feedback from the Product Owner community
Governance Frameworks: Establish governance structures to support effective oversight of Product Owner activities, including prioritisation, backlog management, and value delivery
Define and implement mechanisms for role accountability, critical issue paths, and decision-making protocols
Collaborate with Risk, Compliance, and Audit teams to ensure governance frameworks meet internal and external requirements
Compliance & Assurance: Monitor adherence to Product Owner standards across tribes and business units
Support internal reviews and audits by providing evidence of compliance and maturity
Identify gaps and risks in practice adoption and propose mitigation strategies
Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with Tribe Leads, Agile Coaches, and other CoEs to embed standards and governance into day-to-day operations
Provide mentorship and support to Product Owners and their teams on applying standards effectively
Facilitate forums and working groups to gather feedback and drive continuous improvement
Requirements:
Strong experience in Product Ownership, Agile delivery, or governance roles within financial services or regulated environments
Deep understanding of Agile frameworks and enterprise delivery models
Validated ability to develop and implement standards and governance structures
Excellent analytical, communication, and partner leadership skills
Familiarity with risk management, regulatory adherence, and audit processes is helpful
What we offer:
Hybrid working
25 days annual leave
Excellent pension contributions
Six months paid leave for birthing parents
Innovative fertility and surrogacy policy
Supports for working parents and carers
Substantial health insurance contribution
Employee assistance program
WebDoctor
Financial wellbeing coaches
Support for educational and professional qualifications