AI Native Bank Product Owner (ex consultant)

Our client is building a greenfield, AI-native digital bank in the UAE, backed by a large regional conglomerate, and is seeking experienced ex consultants with a Product Owner skill set to support the design and launch of the MVP.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a bank being built from scratch, with a strong focus on digital-first customer experiences across retail and corporate banking.

This is an initial 6 8 month contract, with an immediate start required to support an MVP launch targeted for 31st March 2027 with the banking license coming in September this year.

The role sits within a scaled Agile delivery environment, where multiple cross-functional pods are driving parallel product builds.

Each Product Owner will typically oversee 2 3 pods, with each pod comprising 6 8 team members, working collaboratively to deliver high-impact digital financial services solutions.

The ideal individual will have a strong consulting background and bring a strong blend of product ownership, delivery execution, and stakeholder management experience, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, build-from-zero environment.

: Lead product development across multiple Agile pods, defining and prioritising backlogs aligned to overall product vision and business goals.

: Drive execution towards a time-bound MVP launch, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of core features and functionalities.

: Work closely with engineering, design, business, and leadership teams to ensure seamless product development and delivery.

: Facilitate Agile ceremonies, manage sprint planning, and ensure continuous delivery across pods.

: Engage with senior stakeholders to align on priorities, manage expectations, and provide regular progress updates.

: Translate broader business and product strategy into actionable development plans and deliverables.