Sydney
Asset Management
Permanent
Our client is a leading multinational financial services institution, currently seeking an experience Product Development Manager to join their Asset Management division.
The ideal candidate will have a background in funds management, ideally in Product Development/Management from another global leading asset management. Our client is targeting candidates with 5-10 years' experience, with added priority given to any candidates that are able to adapt to this role and quickly assume the necessary responsibilities.
This is a permanent position within our client's Sydney offices, and are currently only considering applicants with full and indefinite working rights. They are offering an above-market remuneration package and are especially seeking applicants with a proven track record in this arena.
Key responsibilities include:
Product Development
* Intensive market research to identify strategic and appropriate asset classes, product structures and distribution methods to ensure success when launching new products.
* Development of existing and new investment solutions for Wholesale and Institutional Distribution channels. Align with business strategy and produce a roadmap for product evolution/new products to be launched.
* Research of industry and competitor trends that will support the sales teams and ensure success when launching new investment offerings.
* Become an integral part of the product and strategic marketing function, regionally and globally, to ensure that the Australian business remains connected and informed about all relevant projects and initiatives.
* Creation of offer documents and supporting marketing material for new onshore products.
Strategic Analysis
* Competitor analysis and benchmarking using external databases such as eVestment, Preqin, Rainmaker and Morningstar Workstation. Strengthen competitive edge on sustainability.
* Research and promote connectivity within the client network to identify relevant, competitive and in demand strategies that could be successfully introduced to the Australian and New Zealand market.
* Research of industry, market and competitor trends that will support the sales teams and ensure success when defending existing strategies.
* Collaborate with Product Marketing teams in other locations on ways to enhance and streamline competitor analysis from a product marketing perspective.
Business Development
* Coordination of the RFP / RFI process for prospects, researchers, and consultants.
* Coordination of wholesale researcher and platform questionnaires, including the researcher rating process.
* Attend client / prospect / researcher meetings with the sales team as and when required to support from a strategic product and sustainability perspective.
* Further ad-hoc duties assisting the Head of Marketing & Distribution team in coordination and development of marketing materials.
Qualifications/Experience Required
* Relevant tertiary qualifications, undergraduate degree minimum.
* Strictly 5-10 years' experience in a similar role.
* Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
* Ability to build strong internal and external relationships.
* Ability to work flexible hours and manage time effectively.
Desired Candidate Profile
* Knowledgeable and passionate about investment markets.
* Analytical mindset and ability to see market trends.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Proactive and ability to work unsupervised.
* Strong organisational skills and deadline-driven.
* Good interpersonal skills, collaborative and a strong team player.
* Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.