Business Analyst / Prod Owner

SThree are pleased to announce we're recruiting for a talented Business Analyst / Product Owner to join & guide our excellent team based in our fantastic office space located in Cadworks, Glasgow.

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Business Analyst with strong product ownership skills to join our growing team. This hybrid role bridges the gap between business needs and technological capabilities, ensuring our products deliver maximum value to both users and the organisation. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of business processes, outstanding analytical skills, and the ability to guide product development from conception to launch and beyond.

About us

SThree is the global STEM-specialist talent partner that connects sought-after specialists in life sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics with innovative organisations across the world. We are the number one destination for talent in the best STEM markets: Recruiting highly skilled professionals and discovering life-changing jobs for the unsung heroes who will positively shape our future.

What are the day-to-day tasks?

• Engage with stakeholders across departments to identify, elicit, and document business needs. Analyse current processes, systems, and pain points to develop a comprehensive understanding of project requirements.
• Working with the Product Director, Act as the product owner for assigned initiatives. Develop, maintain, and prioritise the product backlog in alignment with business goals. Translate business needs into clear, actionable user stories and acceptance criteria for development teams.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including business leaders, technical teams, and end-users. Facilitate regular communication to align expectations, gather feedback, and ensure buy-in at every stage of the product life cycle.
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to define and articulate a clear product vision and roadmap. Ensure that all initiatives are in line with organisational strategy and market trends.
• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of product features and enhancements. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, QA, and marketing, to ensure timely and high-quality releases.
• Analyse data to assess product performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Track, report, and present key metrics to stakeholders to inform decision-making and prioritise future work.
• Champion the voice of the customer at every stage of product development. Conduct user research, gather user feedback, and ensure that customer needs and pain points are addressed in product solutions.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement through regular retrospectives, process reviews, and implementation of best practices in business analysis and product ownership.

What skills and knowledge are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree is an asset
• 3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, Product Owner, or in a similar role
• Familiarity with data analysis techniques and tools; experience with SQL or BI platforms is a plus
• Proven experience working in Agile and/or Scrum environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications
• Proficiency with business analysis tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Microsoft Office Suite, Balsamiq, etc.)
• Experience developing product road maps and managing product backlogs

Benefits for our U.K. teams include:

• The choice to work flexibly from home and the office, in line with our hybrid working principles
• Bonus linked to company and personal performance
• Generous 28 days holiday allowance, plus public holidays
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Five days paid Caregiver/Dependant leave per annum
• Five paid days off per year for volunteering
• Private health care, discounted dental insurance and health care cash back scheme
• Opportunity to participate in the company share scheme
• Access to a range of retail discounts and saving

What we stand for...

We're committed to ensuring for our colleagues, candidates and communities, that all processes are equitable, and everyone is treated with fairness and dignity where everyone belongs, is valued and is connected. If you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments in submitting your application, please let us know, and we'll be happy to help.

What we stand for..

We create community and deliver change that transforms the future for everyone. With this in mind, we're committed to ensuring for our colleagues, candidates and communities, that all processes are equitable and everyone is treated with fairness and dignity where everyone belongs, is valued and is connected.

If you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments in submitting your application, please let us know, and we'll be happy to help.