Senior Product Development Manager - 12 Months Contract

Colonial First State; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to Employer Super

Financial services discounts

24/7 confidential support services

Life Leave - 3 days per annum

Exclusive discounts on travel and entertainment

Additional leave day for birthday

Job summary

Join a leading wealth management organization as a Senior Product Development Manager on a 12-month contract. In this vital role, you will lead project delivery and enhance product integration strategies, working closely with key stakeholders in a dynamic environment that values passion and expertise. Enjoy competitive compensation and a supportive workplace culture that fosters individual growth and celebrates diversity. Your skills in financial services and project management will be essential to our success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a related role within Financial Services.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong ability to manage senior stakeholders and lead project changes.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of key projects while representing the Director of Product Integrations.
• Set and deliver strategy and roadmap for product integration enhancements.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal customers and external partners.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Experience in Financial Services

Knowledge of Agile project methodology

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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Are you ready to be part of an organisation that values expertise, passion and diversity? At CFS we know that the foundation of our success lies in our exceptional people. We believe in celebrating individuality, have a passion for high performance and creating an environment where you can unleash your full potential. Our people enable us to make a difference and deliver exceptional experiences to help our customers achieve financial freedom.

Your Team

The FirstChoice Product Integrations team is responsible for strategy, development, design, delivery and ongoing governance of key strategic product enhancements on the FirstChoice platform with particular focus on integrating with external vendors and strategic partners

Your Responsibilities

The major work function of this role is to lead delivery and represent the Director Product Integrations in key projects with external partners and representing those requirements and roadmap into the organisation for delivery.

• Work closely with the Director of Product Integrations to set, understand and deliver the strategy and roadmap
• Lead discovery and delivery of strategic enhancements of key integrated services and support exploration of new strategic integration opportunities
• Ensure project delivery within risk appetite, timelines and budget
• Assist in the analysis of the market and competitor products relative to our own to identify new opportunities
• Ad hoc assistance with other related projects or BAU support
• Maintain strong and effective relationships with all internal customers and stakeholders.
• Consistently demonstrate role model behaviour to drive positive cultural change, productive working relationships.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of governance processes and oversight in line with vendor agreements and SLAs
• Focus on continuous improvement and use of AI to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of our processes both internal and external with partners

Your Capability and Experience

• Proven experience and interested in a related role in the Financial Services sector with specific experience with Advisers and data integration technology
• A demonstrated commitment to excellence and accuracy.
• Good problem solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written/oral communication skills.
• Excellent senior stakeholder management skills including experience in leading project change
• Strong PC skills, specifically in Microsoft Excel
• A team player and self-motivated with an ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of Agile project methodology will be desirable

What to Expect

At CFS, you'll be working among the very best in the wealth management industry. It's an inspiring environment that encourages development and celebrates success. Other things to look forward to:

• Access to CFS Employer Super, which offers an expansive investment menu and flexible insurance solutions
• Support with financial services, including discounts on home loans and daily bank accounts through our partnership with a leading financial institution
• Access to 24/7 confidential support covering safety, medical and mental health services
• Life Leave - 3 days per annum to focus on your wellbeing or celebrate a special event
• Exclusive discounts on retail, travel and entertainment
• Additional leave day to celebrate your birthday

CFS Culture

At CFS we are committed to creating a thriving environment where individuals can flourish. We believe that success is built upon strong teams, and we are dedicated to celebrating uniqueness, championing individuality and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that when you can truly be yourself, you can unlock your full potential.

Apply today and join us in helping Australians to achieve their financial freedom.

Please note, CFS requires all candidates to have full work rights in Australia.

Where we have preferred candidates, background checks (including Police, Employment, Bankruptcy checks, ASIC banned and disqualified persons) will be completed prior to the final preferred candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not preclude the preferred candidate, however, they will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the role.

This role is based on Gadigal Land (Sydney).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology, Product Management, and Project Management

• Industries

  Financial Services, Funds and Trusts, and Investment Banking

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