This graduate product owner role focuses on coordinating the day-to-day output of a software development team, managing a prioritized technical backlog in Jira or DevOps, and translating project priorities into actionable tasks to unblock developers.Auger are looking for a Graduate Product Owner to join our Digital Operations Team in Wallasey. This individual will focus on IT delivery and sit at the heart of our development function, coordinating the day-to-day output of our development team and ensuring we continue to deliver high-quality digital solutions that support our people, clients and customers across the UK.FinancialsAn attractive salary of £27,101.46 plus 5.5% pension contributionAnnual profit share bonus paid in November approx. £2000 – £2500Leave22 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank HolidaysAL increases to 25 days within 5 years' serviceEnhanced bereavement, sickness and maternity / paternity leaveBenefitsCompressed working arrangement following successful probationary periodHybrid working arrangement (3 days per week in office)Westfield Health Cash-back Plan, giving you access to services such as dental care, optical care, physiotherapy and a 24 Hour GP, including coverage for your children and gym discountsA focus on training, development and career progression2 company-wide events per year and regular social activities£1000 for successful employee referrals A little about AugerWe are an independent specialist with an impeccable reputation who work on behalf of major UK insurers. We provide a national service for drainage, water mains and subsidence claims across the UK.We achieve this through our exceptional people, who consistently exceed the expectations of our clients and customers alike. We pride ourselves on our environment, creating an engaged and inclusive workforce where the importance of the individual's needs are always our priority. To be successful in any role with us we believe you need the tools, support and environment in which to flourish and we take this really seriously. We truly believe in our core values: doing 'whatever it takes' for our customers, colleagues and communities.The RoleCoordinate the day-to-day technical organisation of specific software development projects and tasksSupport the delivery of the prioritised backlog across projects, technical debt, and small bug fixes / enhancementsEnsure developers are fully utilised and working without blockers on the relevant projects and tasks as per the requirements set by the Digital Delivery SupervisorProvide timely, accurate delivery status updates to the Digital Delivery Supervisor and Head of Digital OperationsAct as the bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating priorities into actionable development tasks and overseeing user acceptance testingEngage with developers at a technical level and be able to challenge estimates and assess scope and complexity What skills are we looking for?A basic understanding of Agile principles and digital delivery, with the ability to work in a well-organised, focused teamThe technical credibility to hold informed conversations with developers about complexity, trade-offs and riskStrong organisational skills with a talent for keeping backlog tasks clean and free from ambiguityClear and confident communication, able to convey delivery status accurately to both technical colleagues and senior stakeholdersA proactive mindset when it comes to identifying blockers, dependencies and risks earlyA degree involving programming, computer science or technical project managementExperience using task management tools such as Jira, Excel, and DevOps softwareYou'll be a great fit for Auger if:You thrive in the space between technical delivery and stakeholder communicationYou take pride in keeping a team focused, unblocked and working sustainablyYou're confident challenging assumptions and asking the difficult questions constructivelyYou're organised, self-motivated and like to take ownership of outcomesYou're looking for a stable place to build a long-term career Prerequisite:A clear basic DBS checkOur interview processSuccessful applicants will be contacted to schedule a telephone interviewFinal stage interview will be a Face-to-Face Interview at our Head Office
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