Associate Product Manager

The Opportunity  

 

ACA believes that we can deliver the world’s best GRC software to our blue-chip financial services client base of over 3500 firms. We are seeking top talent to join us in our journey to build and deliver “The SalesForce of Compliance”.  Compliance Officers in finance have been stuck in the past, with inefficient, manual effort driving their compliance programs. ACA’s ComplianceAlpha is deployed at 1,000+ clients to help modernize their day-to-day life. We are investing significantly to drive technology usage at our clients.  

We are looking for an individual with eComms Surveillance experience to join the ComplianceAlpha team as an Associate Product Manager.   You will be working with the ComplianceAlpha Product Team and other internal and external stakeholders to help achieve our product vision for our innovative eComms Surveillance module.  The main responsibility of an Associate Product Manager is gathering and writing detailed product requirements and helping align them with our business goals to help improve the overall user experience in the product.   This is a great opportunity for a compliance practitioner to make a transition into Product Management.  

 

Your key responsibilities  

 

• Collaborate with stakeholders, including product managers, business analysts, engineers, and end-users, to gather requirements and understand business needs. 
• Conduct research to identify customer needs, market gaps and help write detailed product specifications to deliver functional solutions to our clients.  
• Work with the Product Manager to prioritize the implementation of new features and meet specific timelines for delivery 
• Work with various teams on product roll-outs including liaising with the Marketing Team, Technical Writing Team, Sales Team and others.   
• Coordinate and synthesize customer research and competitor analysis. 

 

Skills and attributes for success  

• Ability to learn and understand complex systems and software including understanding the underlying business problems that we are solving 
• Ability to gather requirements and translate business needs into product specifications  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. 
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and staying updated on emerging technologies. 
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work  

To qualify for the role you must have  

• At least two (2) years of experience in an eCommunications Surveillance or Product Management role 
• Experience working with SaaS-based software or cloud-based platforms. 

 

Ideally, you’ll also have  

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Management Information Systems, or related discipline. 

 

What we look for  

We’re interested in smart, independent individuals with a track record of managing successful teams and building great software.  If you like working in a team environment, are highly motivated and have a genuine passion for technology and transforming an entire industry, this role may be for you.  

 

What working at ACA offers  

 

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options as well as a flexible work environment. You’ll also be granted time off for designated ACA Paid Holidays, Summer Fridays, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.   

 

Plus, we offer:  

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.  
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.  
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.  
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.  

 

Why join our team?   

 

We are the leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) advisor in financial services. When you join ACA, you'll become part of a team whose unique combination of talent includes the industry's largest team of former regulators, compliance professionals, legal professionals, and GIPS® standards verifiers in the industry, along with practitioners in cybersecurity, ESG, and regulatory technology.  

 

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