Shaun Parkes, Product Manager

Location: London, United Kingdom

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I have extensive experience delivering B2B and B2C products across fintech, payments, and marketplace sectors. I enjoy leading cross-functional teams and bringing executive vision in line with real customer needs to drive both revenue and long-term business impact. I'm particularly skilled at turning complex problems into clear, actionable roadmaps, using data to shape solutions that deliver real value to customers while supporting measurable results for the business.

I am able to assist with all your product development and management needs by leveraging my extensive experience as a Product Manager and Product Owner across diverse industries, on a part-time or full-time basis.

Stanchion Payment Solutions
Product Consultant
DIGITAL & IT
July 2023 - Today (1 year and 11 months)
Cape Town, South Africa
Stanchion is a PayTech solutions provider with two flagship offerings: SwitchCare (for payment system observability) and Verto (an orchestration and integration platform).

I consult across both product lines to implement CoAcumen’s product management playbook, working closely with the CPO and product managers to refine strategy, align stakeholders, and strengthen delivery practices. My work focuses on improving positioning, execution, and board-level visibility of product progress.

Key achievements and deliverables available upon request.
Product management
CoAcumen
Product Lead
DIGITAL & IT
July 2023 - Today (1 year and 11 months)
Dublin, Ireland
CoAcumen is a business consultancy focused on Strategy, Product, and Data transformation. Through proprietary playbooks, the firm helps organisations modernise how they operate and unlock innovation from within.

I lead CoAcumen’s Product Management capability—owning the development, refinement, and delivery of its playbook. I also contribute to the broader cohesion of the Strategy and Data offerings, ensuring clients receive connected and actionable support across all domains.
Product management
JEFF Labs
Product Manager
DIGITAL & IT
July 2022 - June 2023 (11 months)
Valencia, Spain
Jeff is a Spanish startup offering a “super service” platform that integrates on-demand services such as laundry, beauty, fitness and co-working across global markets.

As Product Manager, I led cross-functional efforts to revitalise and scale B2C and B2B products, driving growth across the user lifecycle—including acquisition, conversion, engagement, and retention. I worked closely with design, engineering, marketing, and leadership teams to improve delivery operations, product intelligence, and alignment to strategic goals.

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2014
Diploma in Business Analysis - Faculty Training Institute (FTI) Achieved a Diploma in Business Analysis by successfully passing all requisite exams and completing comprehensive training modules. ● Delivered a real-world business case assignment, showcasing practical application of business analysis principles. ● Developed a detailed requirements specification for a live client project, further demonstrating analytical and documentation expertise. Certified Microsoft Application Developer (MCAD .NET) Earned certification as a Microsoft Application Developer by successfully completing the following specialised exams: ● Exam 320: Developing XML Web Services and Server Components with C# .NET and the Microsoft .NET Framework ● Exam 315: Developing and Implementing Web Applications with C# .NET and Visual Studio ● Exam 316: Developing and Implementing Windows-based Applications with C# .NET and Visual Studio MIT - Netscope Completed the Mastering Information Technology programme with a focus on the Microsoft .NET framework and Visual Studio. ● Successfully passed all modules and exams within the software developer track, securing required qualifications. ● Acquired additional certifications through official third-party exams, expanding expertise and earning industry-recognised credentials. ● Attended on-site lectures and practical sessions to deepen understanding of .NET technologies and software development best practices. ● Mendix (Rotterdam) – Certified Mendix Low-Code Developer ● ICAgile – Certified Professional in Business Value Analysis ● Faculty Training Institute (FTI) – Professional Project Administration ● The Interaction Design Foundation (IxDF) - Membership Certificate ● Microsoft – Certified Professional (ID: C242-1739) ● Microsoft – Certified Microsoft Application Developer (MCAD .NET) (ID: C242-1741)