Proxy Product Owner

AlFuttaim

Location: UAE
Location: Dubai
Industry: Banking
Function: Product Management
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

What You ll Do

* Translate regulatory requirements and market developments into actionable product roadmaps for Open Finance initiatives in UAE and Bahrain
* Manage the product lifecycle, including backlog creation, prioritization, and delivery, aligned with strategic objectives and compliance timelines
* Act as subject-matter expert on regional Open Finance frameworks, platforms, and standards
* Work with compliance, legal, and security teams to embed consent handling, API standards, sandbox testing, and digital identity requirements
* Engage with banks, fintechs, insurers, and infrastructure providers to define use cases and design seamless customer journeys
* Document user stories, epics, acceptance criteria, and workflows tailored to each market
* Launch MVPs, track KPIs, and optimize adoption using data-driven insights
* Represent stakeholder needs and ensure product decisions balance business goals with regulatory and customer realities

Ideal Profile

* 10+ years of product management experience in financial services, with specialization in Open Banking or Open Finance in the GCC region
* In-depth knowledge of UAE and Bahrain regulatory frameworks for Open Finance and Open Banking
* Strong understanding of APIs, developer portals, consent flows, and digital identity solutions
* Proven track record of working with regulators, financial institutions, and fintech partners
* Experience in leading cross-functional teams including technical, compliance, legal, and UX experts
* Skilled in defining KPIs, gathering market insights, and adjusting product strategies
* Bachelor s degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or related fields; MBA or advanced fintech qualification preferred
* Agile certifications such as PSM I or CSPO are an advantage
* Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills