Product Head, EMEA

Northern Trust Corp; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Product Head, EMEA based in London to define and deliver the strategic direction of the regional product suite across Asset Servicing. You will lead a regional product team, collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Technology, and drive client-focused product capabilities in line with the Whole Office vision.

The role requires extensive product management experience in financial services, strong data-driven decision making, and a track record of delivering scalable

Qualifications

• Extensive experience and expertise in product management within financial services or a related industry.
• Experience contributing to or leading product strategy and delivery across complex organisations.
• Understanding of market dynamics, client needs, and product lifecycle management.
• Experience working across cross-functional teams including business, technology, and operations.
• Ability to analyse data and use insights to inform decision-making.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver a clear strategic vision and long-term roadmap for the EMEA product suite.
• Lead and develop a regional product team to deliver scalable and client-focused solutions.
• Partner with business units and Sales teams to shape and deliver commercial strategy.
• Identify and respond to market opportunities and competitive trends.
• Drive product development informed by client needs, industry developments, and regulatory considerations.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to develop and execute go-to-market plans.
• Work across business, technology, and operations to support development and implementation of technology strategies.

Skills

Product management

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Job description

## Product Head, EMEAApply: London, United Kingdom: Full time: Posted Today: R155493**About Northern Trust** As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. **Role/ Department:** The Product Head, EMEA is responsible for defining and delivering the strategic direction of the regional product suite across Asset Servicing. Reporting to John Turney, this role leads the development of scalable, client-focused product capabilities aligned to the broader “Whole Office” vision, enabling clients to access data, analytics, and insights across their portfolios.This role brings together strategic leadership, commercial delivery, and cross-functional collaboration to drive innovation, growth, and consistent product outcomes across the region.**The key responsibilities of the role include:***The successful candidate will benefit from having***:****Product Strategy & Leadership*** Define and deliver a clear strategic vision and long-term roadmap for the EMEA product suite* Lead and develop a regional product team to deliver scalable and client-focused solutions* Ensure alignment between regional priorities and broader organisational strategy**Commercial & Growth Delivery*** Partner with business units and Sales teams to shape and deliver commercial strategy* Identify and respond to market opportunities and competitive trends* Define and track key performance indicators linked to client outcomes, product performance, and financial results**Product Development & Innovation*** Drive product development informed by client needs, industry developments, and regulatory considerations* Simplify and rationalise product capabilities to improve efficiency and reduce duplication* Support initiatives such as centralisation of data capabilities and vendor management**Go-to-Market & Client Engagement*** Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to develop and execute go-to-market plans* Represent the organisation in client engagements, industry forums, and business development activity* Support delivery of a consistent and integrated product experience for clients**Technology & Transformation*** Work across business, technology, and operations to support development and implementation of technology strategies, including cloud initiatives* Contribute to transformation programmes that enhance product delivery and scalability**Stakeholder Collaboration*** Partner with stakeholders across Product, Operations, Technology, and other functions to support delivery of product outcomes* Balance strategic priorities with operational considerations to optimise delivery**Skills/Qualifications:*** Extensive experience and expertise in product management within financial services or a related industry* Experience contributing to or leading product strategy and delivery across complex organisations* Understanding of market dynamics, client needs, and product lifecycle management* Experience working across cross-functional teams including business, technology, and operations* Ability to analyse data and use insights to inform decision-making* Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills **Work Authorization** Applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. This includes Skilled Worker visas, Global Business Mobility routes, Graduate visas, Youth Mobility Scheme, High Potential Individual visas, Scale-up Worker visas, Temporary Worker visas, and other employer-sponsored visa categories. **Working with Us** As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve. Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities. **Reasonable Accommodation** Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.