Investment Insights Studio Product Manager

The Vanguard Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic product manager to spearhead the development of an innovative front office research and analytics platform. This role is pivotal in shaping the analytics culture within investment teams, leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance data-driven strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise and product management experience, working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders to ensure user-friendly solutions. Join a forward-thinking organization that promotes a hybrid working model, fostering flexibility while encouraging in-person collaboration and learning.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product delivery initiatives.
• Strong background in data analytics and product management.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of analytics capabilities in the research studio.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client experience.
• Drive planning and implementation of new product capabilities.

Skills

Product Management

Data Analytics

Stakeholder Engagement

User Experience Improvement

Qualitative Analysis

Quantitative Analysis

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Graduate Degree

Job description

Vanguard is seeking a product manager to drive the development of Vanguard's front office research and analytics platform.

Vanguard is seeking a product manager to drive the development of Vanguard's front office research and analytics platform. As part of our Investment Management Insights team, you will play a critical role in driving the development and deployment of analytics capabilities and technology that support the organization's data--driven investment strategies.

This position requires a blend of technical expertise in data and analytics, and product management experience working with diverse stakeholders and technical teams. This role will report to the Head of Insights Studio and will be instrumental in transforming our investment teams' analytics culture through cutting edge capabilities.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the development of key capabilities within our research studio environment supporting knowledge management, analytics, dashboarding, and model management.
• Ensure the research studio environment is user-friendly and supports the diverse needs of investment teams.
• Influences and collaborates with cross-functional teams to create best practices that drive significant change to the client experience. Ensures all planned development activities are deeply rooted in business outcomes.
• Coaches digital product teams towards best practices and learnings. Oversee's digital product teams' support of the messaging, communication, and customer outreach as necessary.
• Facilitates strong business support through working with team members to promote a consistent approach to decisions/impacts and client propositions. Drives connection across all appropriate internal and external stakeholders.
• Leads the planning, development and implementation of new product capabilities with cross-divisional impact. Defines and analyzes markets, developing detailed product features and requirements, and developing implementation plans.
• Influences and employs a variety of qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques to continually improve the user experience including assessing the role of AI in both analytics capabilities and enhancements to user experience in the research studio environment.
• Participates in and influences ongoing business planning and departmental prioritization activities.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of relevant Delivery experience and five years of experience in leading product delivery initiatives.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience required. Graduate degree preferred

Special Factors

• Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
• Hybrid working model

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.