Lead Product Owner

This is usAt Avenga, we believe that human creativity empowers technology that matters. Operating globally, our 6000+ specialists provide a full spectrum of services, including business and tech advisory, enterprise solutions, CX, UX and Ul design, managed services, product development, and software development.This is the jobAvenga is looking for a skilled Lead Product Owner to join our team full-time. Our client is a leading multi-national lottery operator with a market-leading presence in Austria, the Czech Republic, Greece, Cyprus, and Italy. They build better lotteries that return more to good causes by focusing on innovation, technology, efficiency, and safety across a growing casual gaming entertainment portfolio.The Lead Product Owner role is accountable for leading a team of highly skilled Product Owners managing customer accounts, and ensuring our products deliver maximum value. This role requires strong collaboration and communication skills, along with a blend of business and technical expertise, to drive alignment across product development cycles.This is you 7+ years of experience as Product Owner/ Business Analyst within lottery, gaming, or related industries.Relevant experience in lottery digital & retail operations.Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements within lottery systems.Confident, dynamic, and results-oriented professional.Self-motivated, enthusiastic, positive, and a dedicated team player.Strong empathy, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills to build lasting relationships with stakeholders.Skilled in guiding, coaching, and empowering teams for success.Capable of aligning tactical decisions with long-term goals.Proactive learner with resilience, flexibility, and a drive for continuous improvementThis is your roleLead Product Owners to ensure their decisions align with company strategy.Collaborate with Product and Delivery Managers to shape the roadmap and drive customer value.Act as an ambassador for the product and key contact for product-related queries.Prioritize high-value work (stories, epics, themes) based on business value and strategy.Support POs with sprint planning and backlog prioritization.Ensure product features and user stories are clearly defined and documented.Lead demos and gather stakeholder feedback to guide development.Foster continuous improvement, agile delivery, and team growth.Manage dependencies, risks, and stakeholder expectations.Mentor Product Owners and support their professional development.Understand end-to-end customer experience and market trends.Contribute to defining long-term product strategy during visioning phasesWe take pride in the diverse skills and character of our teams, welcoming everyone to apply and contribute to our collective strength.