Product Research & Development recruitment
City based asset manager is seeking an individual to join the Product Research Structuring team within Product Development. The individual will participate in and lead the product research structuring efforts for new products. The individual will be required to:
Conduct research and analysis related to index design and construction.
Identify investment processes required to support new product ideas and ensure that these can be supported by portfolio managers.
Identify optimal fund structure within regulatory and internal guidelines.
Work to develop close links with other businesses and teams which form part of the structuring process to ensure timely and effective product delivery.
Ensure that new products successfully gain approval through the various boards and internal committees.
Ensure appropriate transferral of product information to other departments within the product development business.
Actively contribute to the identification and implementation of improvements to the way in which new product is developed and launched.
Support product development and management in responding to inquiries from sales, intermediaries and investors.
To be considered for this role you should have proven buy or sell side experience in product development or portfolio management, ideally within UCITS framework. This should be coupled with a strong understanding of the asset management industry and the regulatory environment associated with it. Broad understanding of tax, portfolio management, regulatory and operational requirements as they relate to product. Knowledge of index construction methodologies and terminology.
You should have a BA/ BS in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or similar field.