Sydney
Asset Management
Permanent
Our client is a leading global asset manager with a sizeable presence in Asia-Pacific. Due to internal progression, they are now seeking an experienced Product Manager to join their team.
The ideal candidate will have over 5 + years’ Asset Management work experience including experience within an Investments Product Management role.
This role is multi-faceted and best suited for those with or are willing to develop strong technical knowledge and expertise related to the management of investment vehicles. You will be expected to drive a variety of different initiatives, provide in-depth research and analysis, and overcome obstacles whilst influencing and guiding functions throughout the organization that you interact with.
Key Responsibilities
* Conducting a wide range of and/or complex product management activities associated with introduction, restructuring, merging and ongoing vehicle management of products, new share classes, or new vehicles
* Leading cross-functional implementations of product-related activities to ensure stakeholder readiness
* Conducting advanced research to understand competitive and internal positioning including fees and expenses
* Based on research and analyses, develop ideas for product development, enhancements, and/or expansions
* Researching the demands, risks, and regulatory environment of the applicable markets to guide product developments
* Creates a broad range of materials for review and inclusion in management presentations and product governance meetings, including boards
* Identifying and suggesting updates to business processes, procedures, and policies related to the products and investment vehicles
Desired Skills and Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and relevant funds management product management experience
* Minimum 5 years of relevant Asset Management work experience
* CFA qualified or currently studying
* Understanding of operational infrastructure related to Australian unit trusts
* Strong written and oral communication skills.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
* Strong understanding of the investment / regulatory & tax environment in Australia