Senior Product Owner / Proxy PO (FinTech & AI-Enabled)

Talan – Positive Innovation

Talan is an international consulting group specializing in innovation and business transformation through technology. With over 7,200 consultants in 21 countries and a turnover of €850M, we are committed to delivering impactful, future-ready solutions.

Talan at a Glance

Headquartered in Paris and operating globally, Talan combines technology, innovation, and empowerment to deliver measurable results for our clients. Over the past 22 years, we’ve built a strong presence in the IT and consulting landscape, and we’re on track to reach €1 billion in revenue this year.

Our Core Areas of Expertise

• Data & Technologies: We design and implement large-scale, end-to-end architecture and data solutions, including data integration, data science, visualization, Big Data, AI, and Generative AI.
• Cloud & Application Services: We integrate leading platforms such as SAP, Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, AWS, and IBM Maximo, helping clients transition to the cloud and improve operational efficiency.
• Management & Innovation Consulting: We lead business and digital transformation initiatives through project and change management best practices (PM, PMO, Agile, Scrum, Product Ownership), and support domains such as Supply Chain, Cybersecurity, and ESG/Low-Carbon strategies.

We work with major global clients across diverse sectors, including Transport & Logistics, Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, Retail, and Media & Telecommunications.

We are seeking a high-caliber Senior Product Owner / Proxy PO to join an international banking technology team. This role sits at the critical intersection of business strategy and engineering, specifically focusing on Client Contribution and Client P&L solutions.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, structured professional capable of translating complex functional needs into actionable technical delivery. You will drive execution within a distributed team (primarily based in Poland) and champion a modern, AI-enabled lean delivery model.

Key Responsibilities

• Backlog Management: Translate high-level business requirements into detailed, actionable user stories and technical specifications.

• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary bridge between business stakeholders and engineering teams, ensuring alignment on priorities and expectations.

• Project Orchestration: Lead project delivery, planning, and coordination, ensuring that milestones are met within a complex, international environment.

• Risk & Dependency Mitigation: Proactively identify, track, and manage risks and cross-team dependencies to ensure smooth delivery cycles.

• AI Integration: Leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate workflows, document processes, and improve team productivity.

• Agile Leadership: Foster a lean, efficient delivery environment, focusing on continuous improvement and value-driven results.

• Professional Experience: Extensive experience as a Product Owner or Proxy PO within technology-driven environments.

• Execution Mindset: Proven track record of successful project delivery and a senior, hands-on approach to problem-solving.

• Communication: Exceptional communication skills in English (B2+/C1 level), with the ability to navigate diverse international teams.

• Technical Literacy: Ability to bridge the gap between functional business needs and technical implementation details.

• AI Proficiency: (Key Differentiator) Practical experience using AI tools to structure problems, automate routine tasks, and iterate quickly.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Domain Expertise: Background in Banking or Financial Services, specifically regarding Client Contribution or Client P&L processes.

• Agile Mastery: Deep familiarity with Agile frameworks and standard tools such as Jira and Confluence.

• Efficiency-First: A pragmatic approach to "lean" team structures and the use of automation/AI agents.