Product Owner
6 Month contract initially + Extensions
Based: Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite in Stevenage
Rate: £450 - £500 p/d - (via Umbrella company)

We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a number of Product Owner's to join the team.


Key Responsibilities;
* Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap aligned with pharma business goals and regulatory timelines.
* Ensure all product capabilities meet relevant compliance standards, including GxP, ALCOA+, 21 CFR Part 11, and Annex 11.
* Own and prioritize the product backlog, balancing business value, scientific needs, regulatory requirements, and technical debt.
* Translate complex scientific, clinical, or manufacturing workflows into actionable user stories with clear acceptance criteria.
* Collaborate closely with engineering, data, QA, design, and business SMEs to deliver validated and compliant product increments.
* Lead Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, refinement sessions, and sprint reviews.
* Ensure all deliverables meet validated-state requirements for deployment in regulated environments.
* Engage with stakeholders across scientific, clinical, manufacturing, regulatory, and quality teams to gather requirements and share product updates.
* Monitor product KPIs, user adoption, operational efficiency, and compliance metrics to guide continuous improvement.
* Uphold strong data governance and data integrity principles while driving user centric, compliant product enhancements.

Key Skills & experience:
* Proven experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar role within pharmaceutical, life sciences, or other regulated industries.
* Strong understanding of GxP regulations, including 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and data integrity principles (ALCOA+).
* Hands on experience supporting Computer System Validation (CSV) / Computer Software Assurance (CSA) processes, validation documentation, and audit readiness.
* Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific, clinical, or manufacturing workflows into clear product requirements.
* Solid working knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) with experience leading Agile ceremonies.
* Experience collaborating with scientific, clinical, engineering, quality, or manufacturing teams in a cross functional setup.
* Ability to manage and prioritize a product backlog that balances business value, compliance needs, and technical constraints.
* Strong analytical and problem solving mindset, especially in regulated or high complexity environments.
* Excellent communication skills for engaging both technical and non technical stakeholders.
* Proven ability to operate in ambiguity, drive clarity, and make decisions in compliance driven environments


This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible.


LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.