Specialist Product Manager, Digital Asset Solutions

079 NT Management Services Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Specialist Product Manager, Digital Asset Solutions, to own the strategy and lifecycle of the digital asset product suite on a global scale. You will partner with cross‑functional teams to deliver market-leading solutions that enhance client outcomes and drive revenue growth.

You will translate market trends into differentiated services, manage product roadmaps, and govern risk and performance while engaging with Senior stakeholders and industry forums.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within financial services in product management, strategy, or technology delivery.
• Strong understanding of digital asset technologies (DLT, tokenization, CBDCs, stablecoins) and related infrastructure.
• Knowledge of asset servicing products (custody, cash management, fund services).

Responsibilities

• Execute strategy and roadmap for global digital asset product portfolio.
• Collaborate with Sales and Relationship Management to support client opportunities and business growth.
• Lead end-to-end product lifecycle, including launches and post-launch assessments.

Skills

Product management

Product strategy

Digital assets knowledge

Technology delivery

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Industry forums

Job description

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 Specialist Product Manager, Digital Asset Solutions is responsible for executing the strategy of Northern Trust’s Global Product Management Office for the digital asset product suite. The role focuses on driving product commercialization, innovation, and lifecycle management initiatives to support the growth of the digital asset servicing business alongside the traditional asset servicing offering. Working closely with Product, Technology, Operations, Finance, Risk, Compliance, Sales, and Relationship Management teams, the successful candidate will deliver market-leading digital asset solutions, enhance client outcomes, and contribute to revenue growth.

The key responsibilities of the role include

Product Strategy & Innovation

Execute the strategy and roadmap for Northern Trust’s global digital asset product portfolio. Identify market trends, competitive developments, and emerging opportunities within the digital assets ecosystem. Translate platform capabilities, data, reporting, and services into differentiated client solutions. Support product innovation initiatives and represent Northern Trust at industry forums and client engagements.

Stakeholder Leadership & Commercialization

Partner with senior stakeholders and cross‑functional teams to align on product priorities and strategic decisions. Collaborate with Sales and Relationship Management teams to support client opportunities and business growth. Develop business cases, investment proposals, pricing strategies, and commercialization plans for new and existing products. Drive revenue growth by identifying and delivering innovative digital asset servicing solutions.

Product Execution & Governance

Lead end‑to‑end product lifecycle activities, including product development, launches, enhancements, and post‑launch assessments. Define target client segments and evaluate market opportunities to support strategic growth objectives. Oversee product governance, risk management, controls, dependencies, and performance outcomes. Monitor product success metrics and make recommendations to optimize client experience and commercial performance.

Skills/Qualifications

• Proven experience within financial services, including significant product management, product strategy, digital product, or technology delivery experience.
• Strong understanding of digital asset technologies and solutions, including Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT), tokenization, Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), stablecoins, and related digital asset infrastructure.
• In‑depth knowledge of asset servicing products and capabilities, including custody, cash management, fund services, and related solutions.
• Experience developing product roadmaps, managing product lifecycles, and delivering new product launches.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive outcomes across complex, matrixed organizations.
• Strong communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and relationship‑building skills.
• Commercially minded with experience in pricing strategy, investment prioritization, and business case development.
• Experience building and scaling digital asset solutions within a global financial institution.
• Deep understanding of the evolving digital assets marketplace, regulatory landscape, and industry trends.
• Experience partnering with Technology, Operations, Risk, Compliance, and Commercial teams to deliver innovative client solutions.
• Strong strategic thinking capabilities combined with a focus on execution and delivery.
• Demonstrated success leading product commercialization and revenue growth initiatives.
• Experience representing an organization externally through industry forums, conferences, and client engagements.
• Ability to balance innovation, governance, risk management, and commercial objectives in a highly regulated environment.
• Passion for digital assets, emerging technologies, and transforming the future of asset servicing.

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.

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.

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It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development.

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EMEA EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development.

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It is the policy of The Northern Trust Company to afford equal opportunity in all phases of employment without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic tests and information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.