AI Product Owner

• Lead discovery and use-case shaping, facilitate sessions to define the problem, map workflows, identify constraints, and set measurable success criteria

• Own the specification “contract”,ensure every use case entering build has a complete, approved spec (inputs, outputs, acceptance criteria, risks/assumptions, and data access requirements)

• Own the feedback-to-scope loop through UAT, translate stakeholder feedback into precise spec changes, control scope creep, and drive timely sign-off

• Maintain portfolio visibility, track progress, dependencies, blockers, satisfaction, and pipeline health; provide clear reporting to stakeholders and AI leadership

• Directly manage a future FG Business Analyst, set priorities, review specs, and ensure consistent quality and stakeholder experience across engagements

What You Bring

• Product Owner / Product Manager / Senior Business Analyst experience owning a delivery pipeline from discovery through release (not just requirements gathering)
• Proven ability to work directly with senior stakeholders (portfolio managers, investment leaders, executives), set expectations, drive decisions, and hold the line on scope

• Exceptional specification writing, produce clear, testable requirements and acceptance criteria that engineering can build from without repeated clarification

• Experience in financial services or another regulated environment, with an understanding of risk, controls, privacy, and stakeholder accountability

• Technical fluency, able to challenge assumptions, understand architectural implications, and partner effectively with AI technical leads (without needing to be an engineer)

• High autonomy and strong judgment, turn ambiguous requests into structured, prioritized work with clear outcomes and constraints

• Constructive assertiveness and strong written communication, protect scope and timelines while maintaining trusted relationships

The salary range for this position is$130,000 - $150,000. The salary range provided reflects the base salary range for this position as required by legislation. In addition, there is an annual performance bonus which contributes to the total compensation for this position. Further questions may be directed to the HR team during the interview process.

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What We Offer
At Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group, we’re "invested in our greatest asset, you". Our shared goals reflect what matters most to our people:

• Your community: we foster belonging through collaboration, inclusion and flexibility. Enjoy social events, volunteering and a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility. Our flexible work practices are designed to support work-life balance and provide employees with flexibility in where and how they work
• Your growth: we prioritize your development with meaningful work, continuous learning budgets, paid study days and support for professional designations.
• Recognizing you: your contributions are rewarded with competitive total compensation, retirement savings support, wellness credits, enhanced parental leave, and comprehensive health benefits.

For a closer look at how you can build your career with us, we invite you to explore cclgroup.com.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment and selection process. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact talentacquisition@cclgroup.com if you require accommodation.

AI may be used to support certain stages of our screening & recruitment process. These tools support, but do not replace, human judgment and decision-making.