REQ ID: 126110
JOB TITLE: Product Specialist, Finance
SALARY: Competitive

POSTING START DATE : 24/09/2024
POSTING END DATE: 08/10/2024
LOCATION: Whitley  

In a commercial role at JLR, you can reimagine the future of modern luxury. In teams focused on extraordinary customer experience, sustainability and forward-thinking. You’ll work alongside strategically-minded problem-solvers supporting the transformation of our iconic house of brands – Range Rover, Defender, Discovery, and Jaguar – and our heritage-rich JLR Classic range. Becoming a proud creator of the exceptional starts here.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Information and Digital Technology is the ultimate enabler for organisations to succeed and this is no different at Jaguar Land Rover. Our Digital IT function is embarking on an unparalleled journey where innovation, automation, collaboration and value-based delivery will be essential to drive JLR forward and lead the way in reimagining modern luxury.

As a Product Specialist, you would be responsible for all the technology elements required to fulfil key business capabilities in Finance at JLR. You will overlook the operations (systems, infrastructure, support and risks), lead the delivery of change via efficient deployment of technology and work with the business stakeholders to create a robust technology roadmap and strategy. 

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities 

•    Ensure technology / systems have adequate support framework around them, including supporting license negotiations and renewals (e.g. SaaS solutions)
•    Gain a detailed understanding in Enterprise Architecture roadmaps and target architectures
•    Management and promotion of digital delivery strategy (eg. Agile, Devops)
•    Help the business to build and articulate the business case, evaluating suitable options and mature business requirements into product features
•    Align features to product backlogs in preparation to deliver through agile methodologies

WHAT YOU’LL NEED 

•    Strong commercial acumen and a history of making innovative and profitable decisions with respect to technology.
•    Experience of defining and executing a long-term systems’ strategy within a significant digital environment
•    Experience of digital change management operating with various project methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall High level of IT technical competence.
•    Strong and clear communicator with stakeholders at different levels of seniority and knowledge.
•    Proven internal /external stakeholder management ability and able to build trust at a workplace

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. 

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.