Product Owner – Global Sportsbook & Trading

Your role consists of being the main interaction point between Product and Technology. Using lean and agile techniques, you will be responsible for delivering business value, fast.
Reporting to the Lead PO, you will bridge technical and business worlds as you continually deliver improvements and innovative features across the full range of the products.

You will have a bias for action and can break down complex problems into steps that drive the product experience.

Your exceptional communication skills will be key, adapting to a high paced environment and constant interactions with a diverse group of stakeholders.

Overview of the team:

Our team provides Flutter brands with innovative Sportsbook and Trading services, giving them simple access to exactly what they need – when they need it. We’re a trusted partner, allowing brands to focus on delivering unforgettable experiences to their customers.

What you’ll do:

• Understanding product/commercial needs and how these are translated into functional and technical requirements.
• Leading requirements gathering effort based on stakeholders’ input.
• Being accountable for the timely availability and accuracy of requirements for projects, ensuring the engineering teams can develop software as efficiently as possible.
• Writing user stories with acceptance criteria, grooming and prioritizing backlogs, producing release plans and communications, running show and tells, and tracking benefits realisation.
• Attending all scrum/relevant ceremonies.
• Adapting product backlogs as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Consistently communicating with stakeholders and keeping them informed of the status of requirements development.
• Understanding and balancing commercial needs against technical requirements and capabilities.
• Understanding the dependencies between technology components and how they combine to deliver solutions to the end consumer and to the business.
• Managing cross-team product dependencies.
• Having a detailed understanding of the portfolio, project & feature delivery processes.
• Being a subject matter expert in their domain and have a solid understanding of company organisation and performance.
• Contributing to operational readiness processes for new releases and provides product training to stakeholders.
• Ensuring that all solutions meet company-wide, ‘hygiene’ requirements in terms of non-functional performance, security, compliance, social responsibility.
• Where appropriate, co-ordinate with 3rd party content and technology providers to ensure timely and quality delivery/integration of external product features as specified.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in defining business requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of techniques for requirements elicitation and specification.
• Ability to relate to both business, design, and technical specialists.
• Superb attention to detail.
• Strong relationship management skills.
• Experience in working across multiple Agile methodologies.

Nice to have:

• Experience working in a multi-product environment.
• Knowledge of the Sports betting business.
• Drive for results and an action-oriented approach, pursuing work with energy and drive.
• Customer focus profile, building and delivering solutions that meet customer expectations.
• Credible and efficient communication across a range of channels and audiences.
• Resilience and confidence under pressure, maintaining a positive attitude despite adversity.
• Cooperatively approach and partnership with others across the organisation.

Why choose us:

Aside from a generous base salary, we have a fantastic benefits & rewards program that is designed to encourage personal and career development.

• Discretionary annual performance bonus
• 30 days annual leave
• Health and Dental Insurance for you, your partner and your children (if you are all registered at the same address)
• Personal life insurance and disability coverage
• A personal interest allowance to let you learn something new or pursue a hobby
• External learning support of up to £2,000 or equivalent in local currency, dedicated 4 learning “Power Hours” every month during office time, full access to the Udemy and Mindtools platforms, in-house leadership program and many other training opportunities for developing your skills and progressing your career
• Looking to extend your family? You will receive a cash gift of 1,000 BGN for your new addition whilst working for us
• A sports’ card membership valid across the country
• Food vouchers

Equal opportunities:

At Flutter International we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where our people can be their authentic selves and thrive. We embrace and celebrate diversity, respecting all our uniqueness and differences.

We welcome you to let us know whether you have any accessibility needs. All you need to do is email us at talent@flutterint.com . Your journey with us is focused on ensuring you have what you need to be your best self.

The group:

Flutter Functions is a proud member of the Flutter Entertainment family, a worldwide leader in sports betting, gaming, and entertainment. We’re not just another company; we’re part of the FTSE 100 index on the London Stock Exchange and listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). What sets us apart is our exceptional blend of brands, top-notch products, and a global presence that spans across 40 countries. What truly defines us is our commitment to ensuring that the thrill of gaming and entertainment is experienced in a responsible and sustainable way. Our remarkable team of over 8,000 colleagues drives this vision, spread across 28 offices worldwide