Product strategy and development

Job summary

The Product Manager, Investment Products, will be responsible for the end-to-end management of our firm's investment products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and other investment vehicles. This role requires a blend of strategic vision, financial market expertise, and hands-on execution to drive product strategy, development, and commercial success. The ideal candidate is a highly driven, detail-oriented, and business-savvy professional with a passion for financial markets.

Responsibilities:

·       Define product vision: Develop and articulate a clear product vision and strategy that aligns with the company's overall business objectives and market positioning.

·       Identify opportunities: Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to identify new product opportunities, assess market trends, and evaluate product-market fit.

·       Drive product roadmap: Own and manage the product roadmap, prioritizing new features, product enhancements, and rationalization efforts based on client needs, market demands, and business impact.

·       Oversee lifecycle: Manage the entire product lifecycle from ideation and business case creation to launch and post-launch optimization.

Product implementation and launch

·       Launch new products: Lead the cross-functional implementation of new investment products or changes to existing products, coordinating with legal, compliance, operations, portfolio managers, and distribution teams.

·       Ensure readiness: Drive internal readiness for product launches by developing training materials and coordinating with sales, marketing, and client service teams.

Product performance and communication

·       Monitor performance: Track and analyze product performance metrics, profitability, and sales figures to inform strategic decisions and identify areas for improvement.

·       Serve as subject-matter expert (SME): Act as the internal and external SME for assigned products, providing expert knowledge to sales teams, client service, and marketing for collateral creation.

·       Develop positioning: Craft compelling product positioning and messaging that highlights key differentiators and aligns with the target market segment.

·       Lead stakeholder engagement: Manage interactions with internal stakeholders, senior management, and boards, creating materials for product governance meetings and performance reviews.

Compliance and risk management

·       Ensure regulatory adherence: Work closely with compliance and legal teams to ensure all products adhere to regulatory requirements and internal guidelines.

·       Mitigate risk: Monitor and assess potential risks associated with product changes or new initiatives.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams in enhancing our product offerings and driving business growth to deliver high-quality, client-centric solutions and enhance our competitive position in the market.

Qualifications

·       Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA or CFA certification is a plus.

·       Experience: [3]+ years of experience in product management, preferably within the asset management or financial services industry.

·       Domain knowledge: Strong understanding of financial markets, investment strategies, and different asset classes (e.g., equities, fixed income, real assets).

·       Regulatory knowledge: Familiarity with the regulatory environment governing investment products.

Skills:

o   Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

o   Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts clearly.

o   Proven ability to manage and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.

o   Proficiency with relevant financial modeling and data analysis tools.

o   Demonstrated project management abilities, with a focus on delivering products on time and within budget.

o   A proactive and client-focused approach, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Ideal candidate profile

·       A strong strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture while managing the details of product execution.

·       A highly collaborative and influential leader who can build strong relationships with internal and external partners.

·       A data-driven mindset, comfortable interpreting performance metrics to inform product decisions.

·       Demonstrates a high level of integrity and is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethics.

·       Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit, with a focus on innovation and continuously improving product offerings.