Product Developer Private Markets

Mason Blake; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Product Research & Development Specialist to enhance their alternatives team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in market research, product development, and stakeholder collaboration, all while contributing to the democratization of private assets. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in asset management, particularly in product strategy, and will thrive in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and growth. Join a firm that values expertise and is committed to expanding its reach in global markets, making a significant impact in the financial landscape.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in product development/strategy in asset management.
• Strong knowledge of closed-ended and open-end structures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to benchmark existing funds and originate ideas.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to design and launch new funds.

Skills

Market Research

Product Development

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Private Credit Knowledge

Education

CFA

CAIA

Job description

A leading global asset manager is seeking to recruit a Senior Product Research & Development Specialist to join their growing alternatives team focusing on democratising private assets across global markets. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly reputable firm in an exciting phase of expansion into new distribution channels.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct market research into the competitor landscape to benchmark existing funds and originate ideas for new launches, RE pricing, regulatory changes, and future growth alignment.
2. Liaise with multiple internal stakeholders to design, launch, close & merge new and existing funds [Legal, Tax, Compliance, Risk etc.] and establish a client product literature and marketing strategy [Sales, Marketing, Client Services].
3. Assist to define the structuring of private and registered products.
4. Manage product pipeline content and liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure this is communicated efficiently across teams.
5. Act as the SME on the firm’s alternatives platform, taking questions from stakeholders and constantly monitoring new trends and potential offerings.

Candidate Profile:

1. 6 – 10 years’ minimum professional experience with at least 4 years’ experience in a product development/strategy function in an asset manager/alternatives asset manager/investment bank/fintech.
2. Understanding of closed-ended, open-end and evergreen structures.
3. Knowledge of the institutional, retail and insurance market, with a clear understanding of trends and investor needs.
4. Strong knowledge of the Private Credit market highly desirable.
5. Experience with ELTIFs & LTAFs highly desirable.
6. CFA/CAIA highly desirable.

Mason Blake acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Mason Blake is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief or age.

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