Job Information
Work Experience: 5+ years
Industry: Financial Services
City: Cape Town
State/Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
Zip/Postal Code: 7100
Job Description
We are seeking a Technical Product Owner to support the implementation of core banking for our correspondent banking business. This PO will play a crucial role in executing against an ambitious build timeline to scale our newly re-launched correspondent bank, with demonstrable impact for our customers. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone who is structured, driven and passionate about the impact of their work. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, welcomes feedback and has an interest in Finance & Technology.
Responsibilities:
Obtain and prioritise requirements collected from operations, treasury, finance, management and compliance, translating them into product targets.
User engagement: Understand user workflows, blockers and dependencies to train users in optimal use of the system and spot inefficiencies in the product flow.
Architecture definition/refinement: Contribute to maintaining a refined architectural target state as requirements arise. Spot inconsistencies and communicate them effectively to stakeholders.
Agile project management: Maintain a prioritised sprint-based backlog and drive teams to deliver.
Requirements
Previous experience in FinTech, payments or related middle office banking systems is mandatory.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in finance, engineering or a related field is preferred.
A working knowledge of software architecture, software development and agile working is mandatory.
The ideal candidate should:
Have an interest in banking systems and be excited by the opportunity to re-build core banking.
Have a structured approach to prioritisation and problem solving and be able to handle a large workload.
Be passionate about quality and user experience, showing empathy for user stories and pain points.
Be able to give and receive structured feedback.
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package, including an on-site gym and personal trainer.
Opportunity to re-build an international correspondent bank alongside industry leading vendor partners.
Exposure to banks and corporates in developing financial markets.
If you are a structured and driven individual excited by the prospect of having a measurable impact in developing economies and building a platform for stakeholders from the customer to the boardroom to the regulator, we would be delighted to review your application.
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