Product Development Senior Group Manager (Director)

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Job Overview

The Product Development Group Manager manages multiple teams through other managers. In-depth understanding of how own sub-function contributes to achieving the objectives of the function. A good understanding of the industry, direct competitors' products and services, is also necessary in order to contribute to the commercial objectives of the business. Requires thorough understanding of strategic direction of the function within the relevant part of the business, combined with a solid conceptual/practical grounding in both the function and/or area of expertise and related subject areas. Excellent communication skills required in order to negotiate internally, often at a senior level. Some external communication/negotiation may be necessary. Responsible for executing functional strategy in area managed. Determines approach to implementing functional strategy. Accountable for end results, budgeting, planning, policy formulation and contribution to future strategy of the area(s). Impact reflects size of team managed, strategic influence on the business and interaction with other functions or businesses. Full management responsibility for multiple teams, including management of people, budget and planning, to include duties such as performance evaluation, compensation, hiring, disciplinary actions and terminations and budget approval.

Responsibilities:

• People Management: Manage a global team of 20+ staff, including Analysts, Data Engineers, and Program Managers, dedicated to the Firmwide Corporate Action Capability.

• Strategic Transformation: Drive the transformation of firmwide Corporate Action capability by enhancing internal systems in line with emerging industry standards, business demand, and the wider MRD platform architecture.

• Stakeholder Management: Expertly manage diverse stakeholders and lead multi-year transformation programs.

• Program Management: Oversee budget management, Book of Work (BoW) management, and demonstrate proven experience in delivering phased Return on Investment (ROI).

• Corporate Actions Expertise: Provide expert knowledge in Corporate Actions across one or more of Custody, Fund Services, Markets, and Wealth.

• Industry Standards: Ensure familiarity with SWIFT 15022/20022 and the state-of-the-art in Corporate Action Processing.

• Data Governance: Apply a strong understanding of Data Governance principles to all product and data initiatives.

• Technology Regulation: Possess a strong understanding of technology regulation relevant to financial services.

Recommended Qualifications:

• 15+ years of experience, including 8-10+ years' managerial experience

• Proven track record of successfully managing in a large and complex business

• Intellectual curiosity, analytical and conceptual thinker

• Proactively seeks and develops new opportunities

• Thorough financial acumen and P&L management experience

• Excellent analytical, interpretive and problem solving skills

• Proven track record of bringing diverse groups and perspectives to work against a common goal

• Ability to maintain momentum and minimize client and employee attrition

• Demonstrated people management skills with ability to motivate large teams and drive results

• Ability to collaborate and clearly communicate with senior members of an organization

• Project Management skills with experience leading large cross functional initiatives

• Proven track record as change agent, with ability to encourage and embrace innovative ideas and solutions

Education:

• Bachelor’s/University degree, Master’s degree preferred and managerial experience

We offer:

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.


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Job Family Group:

Product Management and Development

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Job Family:

Product Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

130 000,00 € - 230 000,00 €

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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