ABAKUS IT-Solutions - Product Owner

We are looking for an experienced Product Owner (PO) with solid knowledge of both the banking and fraud domains to reinforce one of the fraud squads.

Function description
As a Fraud Product Owner (PO), your key responsibilities will be to

• Manage relationships with internal clients and stakeholders.
• Handle the intake of new requests, clarify high-level needs, and draft key functional specifications in collaboration with relevant experts (business analysts, architects, developers, etc.).
• Build and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring alignment with the global strategy.
• Assist the squad with refinement activities to help them progress autonomously while maintaining strategic alignment.
• Work closely with the Scrum Master to monitor delivery progress and organize Agile ceremonies.
• Communicate progress updates to stakeholders and senior management.
• Ensure legal, risk, compliance, and group guidelines are integrated into the design and delivery of solutions.

Profile and requirements
Agile requirements:
We are looking for a Product Owner with a genuine Agile mindset, reflected in

• A positive and pragmatic attitude
• Customer-centric thinking
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Hands-on and solution-oriented approach

Language requirements:

• French or Dutch: Proficiency in at least one local language
• English: Strong command of English

Education & certification:

• Master's degree or equivalent
• Certification in Agile or Project Management

Experience & knowledge:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a Product Owner in the banking and fraud domains
• Experience in Agile methodologies and project management

Technical skills: Ability to participate in technical and functional discussions
Soft skills:

• Strategic vision and the ability to take a helicopter view
• Analytical and structured mindset
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills
• Detail-oriented and quality-driven
• Leadership and openness to change

Why join us?

• A stimulating and innovative environment at the heart of the digital transformation of banking
• The opportunity to make a real difference in protecting clients against fraud
• A work-life balance: 50% remote work
• A collaborative and supportive environment, with passionate and committed teams