Data Product Owner

(Please no 3rd party subcontractor inquiries - please apply appropriately)

Our banking client is looking for an experienced Data Product Owner to join a Finance Technology Data & Transformation team. This role is ideal for a highly motivated and self-driven professional who thrives at the intersection of finance, data, and technology.

In this role, you will be responsible for driving data migration initiatives, optimizing financial data processes, and partnering with stakeholders across business and technology teams. You will play a key role in modernizing data platforms while ensuring alignment with finance, regulatory, and reporting requirements.

Location: Phoenix - hybrid
Job Type: Contract
Compensation: 65-75/hr W2 - depends on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Lead data mapping and source-to-target analysis across multiple systems and platforms
• Drive large-scale data transformation initiatives using SQL and ETL tools
• Support and execute system migrations from on-premise environments to the cloud
• Partner with cross-functional teams (business, technology, operations) to ensure successful delivery
• Work closely with global/offshore teams, ensuring effective collaboration across time zones
• Manage stakeholder expectations, gather requirements, and drive alignment
• Deliver high-quality outputs in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Apply finance and accounting expertise (e.g., GL reconciliations, regulatory reporting) to data initiatives
• Translate business needs into clear, actionable product requirements and data solutions

Required Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience as a Product Owner, Data Product Owner, or similar role
• Strong hands-on experience with SQL and ETL tools
• Proven experience in data analysis, data transformation, and large-scale data platforms
• Experience leading or supporting system migrations (on-prem to cloud)
• Background in financial services, including:
  • Financial reporting
  • Management reporting
  • Regulatory reporting
• Experience working in Agile environments and collaborating with engineering teams
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate independently in fast-moving, less-defined environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or other cloud data platforms
• Familiarity with Agile tools (Jira, Confluence, etc.)
• Exposure to data governance, data quality, and big data technologies

What Client iI Looking For

• A self-starter who takes ownership and drives results
• Strong ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders
• A creative problem-solver who thrives in ambiguity
• Excellent communicator with the ability to translate technical concepts for business audiences

Why Join

• Opportunity to work on high-impact data transformation initiatives
• Exposure to enterprise-scale financial data platforms and cloud migration efforts
• Collaborative environment working with global teams and leadership stakeholders

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If you're passionate about data, finance, and driving transformation, we'd love to connect.

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands - Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells - creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.