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Director, Product Management & Strategy
Job summary
A leading asset management firm located in Toronto is seeking a Director of Product Management & Strategy. This role focuses on executing product development strategies and expanding investment offerings globally. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of experience in investment product development, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams. This full-time position offers an inclusive work environment.
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years experience in investment product development / global product structuring.
- Knowledge of Canadian, U.S. and Europe-domiciled investment products.
- People management experience.
- Ability to build relationships across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Oversee investment products research and develop new product ideas.
- Advise on optimal product structures and characteristics.
- Ongoing oversight of mutual funds and ETFs product shelf.
- Partner with stakeholders to drive implementation of product initiatives.
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About AGF Management Limited
Founded in 1957 AGF is an independent and globally diverse asset management firm. With $57B in assets under management our companies deliver excellence in investing in the public and private markets through three business lines: AGF Investments, AGF Capital Partners and AGF Private Wealth.
About the Team
As part of AGF’s Marketing and Product team the Product Development and Management group are high-performers that work collaboratively to develop and execute AGF’s strategic long-term product development and management plans. The group’s culture can be summed up in a few words: impactful, collaborative and forward-thinking.
About the Role
Reporting to the Vice President Product Strategy the Director Product Management & Strategy will execute AGF’s ambitious product development and management strategy with a particular focus on the further expansion of AGF’s alternatives solutions as well as the continued evolution of AGF’s global equity, fixed income and multi-asset offerings in all jurisdictions. As a senior member of the team this individual acts as a liaison between investment management, distribution and other internal and external business partners to shape AGF’s future product line-up and will have frequent interactions with executive and senior leadership team members throughout the organization.
- Oversees investment products research, peer and landscape analysis for AGF, developing new product ideas as AGF looks to grow its offerings globally for all lines of business.
- Develop business cases for new investment products and product changes including overseeing competitor analysis, market intelligence and sizing.
- Advise the business on optimal product structures and characteristics for distribution globally including consideration for vehicle structures and regulatory regimes.
- Ongoing oversight of product shelf of mutual funds and ETFs across different asset classes including multi-asset solutions, equity, fixed income and alternatives. This includes recurring needs such as regulatory filings and pricing reviews as well as support of various initiatives including product changes / enhancements to ensure AGF’s investment solutions remain competitive.
- Effectively partner with senior Operations, Finance, Distribution and Marketing stakeholders to drive implementation of product initiatives.
- Build strong relationships with internal teams across the business.
- Participate in various industry body working groups and actively engage with industry associations.
- Minimum 7 years experience in investment product development and / or global product structuring.
- Knowledge of Canadian, U.S. and Europe-domiciled investment product related vehicles including a working knowledge of investment strategies and styles employed by fixed income, equity and alternative portfolio managers is required.
- Knowledge of pooled fund trusts, limited partnerships, LLCs, offshore feeders, UCITs is an asset.
- Strong knowledge of investment industry services and distribution channels.
- People management experience.
- Ability to build relationships with teams across the organization, excellent interpersonal skills, working effectively with individuals across cultures, functions and levels of seniority.
- Working knowledge of Morningstar Direct, eVestment, Preqin, Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce and high degree of familiarity with investment and wealth management research tools/services.
- Undergraduate degree required. Additionally CFA, MBA or Masters in Finance or Economics, CAIA is a plus.
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AGF is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds including women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQIA community.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, disability or any other status protected by applicable legislation.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or hiring process please contact us so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
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Required Experience :
Director
Key Skills
Business Development, Marketing, Pricing, Analysis Skills, Research Experience, Project Management, Research & Development, Strategic Planning, Financial Modeling, Leadership Experience, Management Consulting, Analytics
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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