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Product Owner - Tech Modernisation SC Cleared Hybrid - 40% onsiteInside IR35 We are seeking an experienced Product Owner to join our high profile Public Sector client on an initial 6 month contract. This role is part of the Technology Division, which delivers information and system technology services across the organization to enable policy and operational objectives. The division manages the full technology delivery lifecycle-from planning and design to build, maintenance, and operations-while ensuring data security through a dedicated function. The position sits within the Technology Strategy & Architecture (TSA) team, which ensures IT change aligns with business priorities and that technical architecture supports strategic goals This specific role supports Technology Modernisation projects contributing to the delivery of modern, secure, and strategically aligned technology solutions. Technical Skills & Responsibilities Solid career track record as a Product Owner with strong exposure to technical / software development projects ideally within a financial or regulatory environmentProven experience working with agile/scrum methodologiesDeep understanding of the Software development lifecycle and its application in an agile contextFamiliarity with tools like JIRA and Confluence for Agile project management and documentationCapture, analyse and document business and technical requirements; write user stories and acceptance criteria; ensure alignment with the roadmap, sprints and delivery plans.Oversee/support work prioritisation across the team/wider stakeholders, working closely with the PM, Tech Lead and Team ManagerHelp facilitate ceremonies (sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives) and ensure the tech team remain aligned with product objectives and timeli