Product Owner - Investments Operating Model Lead (PC / MP)

Capco; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in London seeks a Product Owner to lead investment operating models and guide strategic transformation initiatives across Wealth & Asset Management. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in investment operations, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders. This role offers the chance to work with industry leaders and shape the future of digital financial services.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

Family-friendly leave policies

Continuous learning opportunities

Healthcare access

Qualifications

• Experience in a change or transformation role.
• Expertise in asset and wealth management client needs.
• Ability to lead client engagements effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of investment operating models.
• Support client engagements on product strategy and regulatory transformation.
• Drive technology transformation projects.

Skills

Investment operations

Communication skills

Stakeholder influence

Change management

Education

10+ years’ experience in investment operations

Tools

OMS/EMS systems

Portfolio management systems

Job description

Product Owner - Investments Operating Model Lead (PC / MP)

UK - London

Redesign investment operations to drive long‑term value for clients

The Role

Capco is looking for an experienced Investments Operating Model Leader to guide strategic transformation initiatives across Wealth & Asset Management. You’ll work with industry leaders to define and implement change—from trading operations and portfolio management to back‑office functions—improving operational resilience, enhancing efficiency, and delivering better outcomes for clients. This is a senior consulting role that combines deep domain knowledge with a passion for innovation and execution.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design and implementation of investment operating models across front, middle, and back‑office functions.
• Support client engagements on product strategy, regulatory transformation, and operational efficiency.
• Drive platform and technology transformation projects, including automation and integration.
• Guide outsourcing assessments and service provider oversight processes.
• Mentor and develop others through thought leadership, coaching, and internal initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years’ experience in investment operations, ideally in a change or transformation role.
• Subject matter expertise in areas such as OMS/EMS, research, portfolio management, or back‑office ops.
• Deep understanding of asset and wealth management client needs, systems, and regulatory context.
• Proven ability to lead client engagements and solve complex business problems.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder influence across business and technology functions.

Bonus Points For

• Experience with operating model design, outsourcing, or anti‑financial crime controls.
• Involvement in core platform selection or data flow/business architecture design.
• Interest in business development or experience contributing to proposals.
• Participation in Capco‑led initiatives (e.g., thought leadership or recruitment).
• Certifications such as PMP, Prince2, Lean Six Sigma, or IMC.

Why Join Capco

• Deliver high‑impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
• Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
• Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
• Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
• Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy

Core Benefits

• Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
• Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in‑house first aiders.
• Family‑Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
• Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
• Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
• Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick—workshops, certifications, e‑learning—your growth, your way. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One.
• Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services.
• Extra Perks: Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.

Inclusion at Capco

We’re committed to a barrier‑free, inclusive recruitment process. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. At Capco, we value the difference you make, and the differences that make you. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture champions diversity, equity and inclusivity, and we bring a collaborative mindset to our partnerships with clients and colleagues. #BeYourselfAtWork is the cornerstone of our success and a value that our employees live and breathe every day.

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