Neelima Konduru
About Me
I am someone who can hit the ground from day one and bring change not just in product but also in mindset to move forward, not accept status quo and most importantly provide multiple solutions for problems and get things done.
A Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) with a strong record of driving end-to-end product lifecycles, delivering scalable SaaS solutions across HR, healthcare, and sports. I specialize in setting OKRs and KPIs, using data-driven development and analytics to turn customer pain points into measurable growth, including a 60%+ increase in engagement and revenue gains. Experienced in both B2B and B2C models, I partner with cross-functional teams—design, development, legal, operations, HR, and marketing—to ensure strategy and execution are fully aligned. With expertise in UI/UX, backlog refinement, and continuous improvement, I challenge the status quo, foster mindset change, and deliver customer-centric innovation that drives lasting client success.
Education
Birla Institute of Technology & Sciences, Pilani, India
Masters in Software engineering
Work & Experience
AdviserPlus 01/30/2023 - 06/30/2024
Product Owner/Manager
As a Product Manager for a leading UK firm specializing in HR technology and consultancy, I drove the full product lifecycle for our CRM solutions, from vision to go-to-market. I transformed our digital HR offerings, focusing on enhancing the direct-to-consumer experience and empowering managers. My role included acting as the subject matter expert for all onboarding decisions, ensuring releases aligned with business goals and GDPR compliance. I managed the product backlog in DevOps, prioritizing features with RICE and MoSCoW, and led all agile ceremonies. Through data-driven development and stakeholder feedback, I optimized processes, achieving a 90% SLA compliance and a 20% improvement in key performance indicators. I also successfully managed a seamless migration of customers to our new platform.
Nest Management Ltd 09/01/2019 - 12/16/2022
Product Ownwer
As a Product Manager, I worked at an organization that built CRM products for martial arts businesses, providing them with custom-built websites, direct debit management, and ticketing systems. I contributed to the product vision and strategic priorities, becoming a subject matter expert across multiple products. I used data analytics to drive development and managed the product backlog using Value/Effort and MoSCoW prioritization methods. My role also involved following both Scrum and Kanban methodologies to meet KPIs like NPS and CSAT, and I used commercial analysis to guide product improvements and ensure a strong ROI.
Samworth Brothers 01/01/1970 - 01/01/1970
Product QA Lead
As a Product Manager at a leading British food manufacturer, I led the implementation of new HR, workforce, and payroll products, ensuring they were digitally responsive and compliant with GDPR and FCA regulations. I managed the product backlog, writing user stories and leading agile ceremonies to ensure high-quality feature delivery. My role involved leading focus groups to gather customer requirements, and I guided multi-disciplinary teams through the entire product development lifecycle, from discovery to deployment. Using a data-driven approach, I made decisions that enhanced product efficiency and value. I also coordinated the rollout of COREHR to over 100 users across 18 business units, successfully delivering a minimum viable product (MVP) on schedule with zero production defects.
NGAHR ( Alight) 01/01/1970 - 01/01/1970
Product QA Lead
As a Product Owner, I was responsible for planning and executing multiple releases for 'ResourceLink', ensuring they met all audit and regulatory standards. I maintained a prioritized product roadmap with well-defined user stories and acceptance criteria, aligning development efforts with strategic goals. By monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), I identified opportunities for improvement and managed evolving requirements across various projects. My role also included collaborating closely with development, compliance, and third-party vendors to translate the product roadmap into a minimum viable product (MVP). I consistently ensured processes met compliance standards, performed quality checks to minimize defects, and effectively managed project risks.