Provoke Solutions
Senior Talent Consultant at Provoke Solutions
Provoke is a global consulting firm building AI-native solutions that transform how work gets done. We partner with global clients to design and deploy agentic AI embedded directly into workflows so teams move faster, think smarter, and scale with purpose. The Provoke Experience We are committed to building high-performing, diverse teams. We provide tangible rewards for effort, hybrid-first flexibility with purposeful in-person collaboration and learning opportunities to fast-track your career. We focus on diversity in race, gender, orientation, and experiencebecause we know diversity fuels innovation. Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Delivery/Product Owner to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic software projects while managing stakeholder alignment, product direction, and backlog execution. This is a hybrid leadership role requiring senior-level experience in both client delivery and agile product ownership within consulting and enterprise environments. Youll be accountable for ensuring solutions are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned to client prioritieswhile also driving product value, backlog clarity, and team performance. Youll be the connective tissue between clients, engineering, and design. Key Responsibilities Product Ownership Own and prioritize the product backlog in collaboration with client stakeholders and delivery teams Write, groom, and manage high-quality user stories, epics, and acceptance criteria aligned to business value Facilitate story mapping, backlog refinement, and sprint planning sessions across cross-functional teams Ensure stakeholder needs and customer outcomes are translated into clear, actionable features Validate delivered features against requirements and support release planning & go-to-market coordination Delivery Leadership Own end-to-end delivery responsibility for large or complex engagements, including planning, team coordination, scope, and timelines Establish and manage delivery plans, risk logs, resourcing models, sprint schedules, and milestone reporting Act as a senior delivery escalation point; proactively resolve blockers, clarify scope, and ensure stakeholder alignment Partner with technical leads and architects to ensure feasibility, sequencing, and technical alignment Manage delivery KPIs (velocity, burn-down, throughput, defects) and lead retrospectives to drive improvement Client & Stakeholder Management Serve as the strategic interface between Provoke and client executives, product sponsors, and business SMEs Lead stakeholder demos, working sessions, and alignment checkpoints with credibility and confidence Influence decision-making around scope, tradeoffs, and delivery priorities through strong communication and domain understanding Drive clarity across cross-functional teams in ambiguous or evolving client environments Qualifications 8+ years in hybrid product owner and delivery leadership roles in consulting, digital agencies, or enterprise software companies Demonstrated success owning complex software delivery engagements with cross-disciplinary teams Deep expertise in agile delivery methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe), backlog management, and product execution Skilled in Jira, Azure DevOps, or equivalent tools for managing agile delivery pipelines Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience engaging technical and business stakeholders at the executive level Background in CMS platforms, workflow automation, customer-facing web applications, or digital experience platforms is a plus Consulting/professional services experience strongly preferred Certifications such as CSPO, PMP, or SAFe Product Owner are highly desirable Position Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Consulting and Product Management Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting Note: This description is for the Senior Delivery/Product Owner role only and reflects the responsibilities and qualifications required for this position at Provoke Solutions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Provoke is a global consulting firm building AI-native solutions that transform how work gets done. We partner with global clients to design and deploy agentic AI embedded directly into workflows so teams move faster, think smarter, and scale with purpose. The Provoke Experience We are committed to building high-performing, diverse teams. We provide tangible rewards for effort, hybrid-first flexibility with purposeful in-person collaboration and learning opportunities to fast-track your career. We focus on diversity in race, gender, orientation, and experiencebecause we know diversity fuels innovation. Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Delivery/Product Owner to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic software projects while managing stakeholder alignment, product direction, and backlog execution. This is a hybrid leadership role requiring senior-level experience in both client delivery and agile product ownership within consulting and enterprise environments. Youll be accountable for ensuring solutions are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned to client prioritieswhile also driving product value, backlog clarity, and team performance. Youll be the connective tissue between clients, engineering, and design. Key Responsibilities Product Ownership Own and prioritize the product backlog in collaboration with client stakeholders and delivery teams Write, groom, and manage high-quality user stories, epics, and acceptance criteria aligned to business value Facilitate story mapping, backlog refinement, and sprint planning sessions across cross-functional teams Ensure stakeholder needs and customer outcomes are translated into clear, actionable features Validate delivered features against requirements and support release planning & go-to-market coordination Delivery Leadership Own end-to-end delivery responsibility for large or complex engagements, including planning, team coordination, scope, and timelines Establish and manage delivery plans, risk logs, resourcing models, sprint schedules, and milestone reporting Act as a senior delivery escalation point; proactively resolve blockers, clarify scope, and ensure stakeholder alignment Partner with technical leads and architects to ensure feasibility, sequencing, and technical alignment Manage delivery KPIs (velocity, burn-down, throughput, defects) and lead retrospectives to drive improvement Client & Stakeholder Management Serve as the strategic interface between Provoke and client executives, product sponsors, and business SMEs Lead stakeholder demos, working sessions, and alignment checkpoints with credibility and confidence Influence decision-making around scope, tradeoffs, and delivery priorities through strong communication and domain understanding Drive clarity across cross-functional teams in ambiguous or evolving client environments Qualifications 8+ years in hybrid product owner and delivery leadership roles in consulting, digital agencies, or enterprise software companies Demonstrated success owning complex software delivery engagements with cross-disciplinary teams Deep expertise in agile delivery methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe), backlog management, and product execution Skilled in Jira, Azure DevOps, or equivalent tools for managing agile delivery pipelines Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience engaging technical and business stakeholders at the executive level Background in CMS platforms, workflow automation, customer-facing web applications, or digital experience platforms is a plus Consulting/professional services experience strongly preferred Certifications such as CSPO, PMP, or SAFe Product Owner are highly desirable Position Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Consulting and Product Management Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting Note: This description is for the Senior Delivery/Product Owner role only and reflects the responsibilities and qualifications required for this position at Provoke Solutions. #J-18808-Ljbffr