Wayne Harris
About Wayne Harris
Wayne Harris is a Product Owner currently working at Legal & General in Hove, England. He has extensive experience in business analysis and project management across various industries, including insurance, aviation, and tourism.
Work at Legal & General
Wayne Harris currently holds the position of Product Owner at Legal & General, a role he has occupied since 2022. His tenure at the company follows a previous 13-year period as a Senior Business Analyst from 1996 to 2009. During his time in Brighton, he contributed to various projects that enhanced the company's operational capabilities. His experience at Legal & General has been marked by a focus on product management and development.
Career History
Wayne Harris has a diverse career spanning multiple roles and industries. After leaving Legal & General, he worked as a Process Design Analyst at Working Links for 10 months in 2009. He then served as a Business Analyst at Virgin Atlantic Airways from 2010 to 2013 and later at lowcosttravelgroup from 2013 to 2015. He transitioned to 15below as a Business Analyst and subsequently as a Project Manager from 2018 to 2020. His experience also includes positions at Chroma and Applied Systems as a Product Owner.
Education and Expertise
Wayne Harris holds a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business and has completed a BTEC Level 4 HNC from Croydon College. He studied Business Studies and Computer Science at Varndean VI Form College. Additionally, he has obtained several professional qualifications, including Prince2 Foundation in Project Management and ISEB qualifications as a Business Analyst and Test Manager. His certifications as a Product Owner further enhance his expertise in product management.
Project Management Experience
Wayne Harris has managed a variety of projects across different sectors, including Insurance, Recruitment, Aviation, Tourism, and Sports Gaming. His project management experience ranges from short-term business-as-usual projects to long-term e-commerce and digital applications. He has demonstrated proficiency in managing product backlogs across multiple teams and features, ensuring alignment with business objectives.