ETF Specialist - Asset Servicing

Morgan McKinley; Dublin; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley in Ireland is seeking a senior ETF Programme lead to drive product enhancements, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and ensure alignment of client requirements with regulatory and operational standards.

You will partner with Operations, Product, Technology and external stakeholders to translate strategy into actionable requirements, manage risks, and deliver high-quality ETF solutions on time.

Qualifications

• Direct exposure to ETFs, index funds, or related products.
• Ability to work closely with Operations, Product, Technology, Relationship Management, and external stakeholders (clients, custodians, administrators, market makers, exchanges)
• Comfortable with system workflows, data models, reporting tools, and integration concepts; able to bridge business and technology teams effectively.
• Good analytical skills and ability to work with data and have a structured approach to investigations
• Interpersonal and networking skills with a proven track record of dealing with clients, management, colleagues and staff.
• Good communication, presentation and negotiation skills

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of ETF product enhancements (new features, operational improvements, data/reporting enhancements, technology changes)
• Work closely with the ETF stakeholders to translate product strategy and roadmap into clear, actionable requirements and project plans
• Coordinate design workshops with subject matter experts to ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose and compliant with regulatory and operational standards
• Track delivery timelines, manage risks and issues, and proactively elevate where necessary to ensure timely and high-quality implementation
• Own detailed project plans and track progress against agreed timelines
• Contribute to improving data quality, reporting capabilities, and system integrations that support ETF operations and client servicing
• Stay up to date with industry developments, regulatory changes, and market trends relevant to ETFs, and proactively identify opportunities for innovation or improvement
• Act as a subject matter expert for the ETF organisation
• Support ETF operational teams

Job description

You will act as a central coordination and leadership point within the ETF organisation. This role will drive ETF product enhancements, manage cross-functional initiatives involving internal and external stakeholders and lead strategic initiatives. The successful candidate will combine strong project management and business analysis skills with deep knowledge of ETFs and a solid technical background. You will be a key point of contact for ETF-related change, ensuring that business objectives, operational readiness, and client requirements are aligned and delivered effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of ETF product enhancements (new features, operational improvements, data/reporting enhancements, technology changes)

Work closely with the ETF stakeholders to translate product strategy and roadmap into clear, actionable requirements and project plans

Coordinate design workshops with subject matter experts to ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose and compliant with regulatory and operational standards

Track delivery timelines, manage risks and issues, and proactively elevate where necessary to ensure timely and high-quality implementation

ETF Expertise & Technical Insight

Understanding of ETFs including structure, issuance models, operational lifecycle, primary/secondary market, stakeholders

Work closely with IT to translate business needs into clear functional specifications and to understand technical constraints, opportunities, and architecture impacts

Lead the various project committees and produce the appropriate materials

Own detailed project plans and track progress against agreed timelines

Contribute to improving data quality, reporting capabilities, and system integrations that support ETF operations and client servicing

Stay up to date with industry developments, regulatory changes, and market trends relevant to ETFs, and proactively identify opportunities for innovation or improvement

Act a subject matter expert for the ETF organisation

Support ETF operational teams

Process Improvement & Governance

Analyse existing ETF processes end-to-end and propose enhancements to efficiency, control, and client experience

Design and document target operating models, workflows, and procedures for new products or clients

Ensure that changes adhere to internal governance, risk, and compliance standards

Support the development of best practices within the ETF organisation

Experience Required

• Direct exposure to ETFs, index funds, or related products
• Ability to work closely with Operations, Product, Technology, Relationship Management, and external stakeholders (clients, custodians, administrators, market makers, exchanges)
• Comfortable with system workflows, data models, reporting tools, and integration concepts; able to bridge business and technology teams effectively.
• Good analytical skills and ability to work with data and have a structure approach to investigations
• Comfortable with standard office tools, particular excel and excel driven formulas
• Interpersonal and networking skills with a proven track record of dealing with clients, management, colleagues and staff. Comfortable interacting with various operational teams
• Good communication, presentation and negotiation skills
• Risk management and mitigation focus
• Proven organisational and time management skills
• Self-starter with a high degree of ownership, able to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously and work to tight deadlines
• Client-focused mindset, with a strong appreciation of service quality and long-term relationship building