Principal, Global Index Product Management

The Director, Product Management is an integral part of the product management team, spearheading the growth and adoption of the firm’s flagship indices, factors and sustainability offering, thematic frameworks and custom-index capabilities. This team member is responsible for developing and executing on Qontigo’s indexing strategy in conjunction with the broader product management, development, operations, sales, marketing, technology and analytics teams. This position reports to the Global Head of Product Management.

Responsibilities

• Build, own and lead product narratives and strategies to drive Qontigo’s indexing growth and promote further external adoption of the firm’s index capabilities
• Develop commercial product strategy including product positioning, indexing capabilities, index investment value proposition and Qontigo’s corporate value proposition to support sales and prospecting efforts
• Produce in-depth competitive analyses, regular sales talking points and responses to ad hoc client questions
• Lead thought leadership and content initiatives collaborating with internal partners to produce regular and relevant product insights in support of the Qontigo brand.

Execute Client Segment; ETF/ETP, Asset Owner and SPs product and go-to market strategy

• Execute on sales opportunities from competitive landscape to identify product needs and create go-to-market strategies (sales plan, revenue goals, product positioning, competitive analysis, use cases, marketing materials, sales training, etc.)
• Develop product campaigns in conjunction with the sales and marketing teams to maximize product reach and ETF adoption

Product leader and subject matter expert

• Develop and execute overall index product roadmap, working across the team, and ongoing product management based on feedback from sales, clients, research and product development
• Develop and execute the product roadmap including the prioritization of new product innovation and existing product enhancements, and the identification of target segments, use cases and distribution channels

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Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master's degree with a background in Business, Finance, or Economics, is preferred
• At least 10 years of financial market experience with index exposure for firms in indexing, ETFs, fintech, and/or investment management
• Knowledge of portfolio management and risk methodologies, data requirements and input sources, including sustainable investing
• Demonstrated ability to lead, work in cross-functional and divisional environments and be a team player as part of a highly engaged product management group
• Can effectively influence others and gain their consensus when needed
• Ability to handle steep learning curves. Comfortably dealing with ambiguity and uncertainty
• Travel: 10-20%
• Strong passion for index/investment management and strong empathy for revenue and growth.
• Ability to work effectively across organizational/functional boundaries and contribute to broader strategic agenda of the company
• Impeccable service ethic characterized by high energy, a positive attitude and the desire to go the “extra mile” for both external clients and teammates.
• Previous experience working across teams, being able to operate across continents reflecting cultural differences and diverging priorities

Benefits

• The anticipated base salary range for this position is 180,000 - 214,000 USD. The final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's geographical location, experience, and qualifications.
• Eligible for a performance-based annual bonus
• Full benefits package