Technical Product Manager - Investments

International Catalyst Services, LLC; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm is seeking a highly skilled Technical Product Manager for its Dublin office. The role involves driving technology solutions in investment management, engaging with various stakeholders, and managing projects through their lifecycle. Candidates should have a strong background in investment management technology, excellent communication skills, and proven project management experience. The position promotes hybrid work and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive and collaborative culture

Range of career opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Technical Product Management roles.
• Experience in investment management technology architecture.
• Knowledgeable in both vendor and in-house built technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Drive the development and implementation of technology solutions.
• Manage projects from initiation to completion.
• Engage with investment teams and stakeholders for requirement gathering.

Skills

Business analysis

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Agile methodologies

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, or Business Administration

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

State Street Alpha

Charles River

Risk/Analytics Platforms (e.g., PORT, Factset, Yield Book)

Job description

Mercer is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Product Manager (TPM) to support Mercer's OCIO (Outsourced Chief Investment Officer) Investments Business. The TPM will play a critical role in driving the development and implementation of technology solutions to meet the needs of our investment management business.

Mercer is a global consulting leader helping clients around the world advance the health, wealth and careers of their most vital asset - their people. At Mercer Investments we offer customized guidance at each stage of the investment decision and risk management process.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the investment management domain, with a broad understanding of the various instrument asset classes including derivatives, direct trading, and portfolio management/order management (OMS) platforms. The TPM will work closely with business users, stakeholders, and technology teams to ensure the successful delivery of innovative and efficient solutions.

What can you expect:

• To work on a very high-profile initiative, with visibility of key stakeholders and senior leadership.
• The opportunity to join our Dublin team at the start of an exciting strategic initiative.
• To work in an inclusive, collaborative and innovative team of highly skilled individuals.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Finance, Business Administration) is required. Advanced degree preferred.
• Proven track record in TPM roles, demonstrating strong business analysis, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders at various levels of the organization, including senior management on both the tech and operations sides.
• Experience in projects involving both vendor and in-house built technology solutions in the investment technology space.
• Ability to work independently and drive execution within a global team, with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in both Agile and traditional project management models, with a solid understanding of relevant tools and practices. Certifications in project or agile management disciplines are a strong plus.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and drive execution within a global team, which may be geographically dispersed.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including senior management, to provide updates and gather feedback.

What makes you stand out:

• Extensive experience in the investment management industry with experience across the Investment Management technology architecture.
• Experience with State Street Alpha, Charles River, Risk/Analytics Platforms (e.g. PORT, Factset, Yield Book), or Jacobi are a plus.
• Knowledge of an OCIO business.
• Experience working in global projects that span across regions.

We will rely on you to:

• Utilize investment management business domain experience to understand and address the unique needs of Mercer's OCIO Business.
• Apply TPM skills and business analysis techniques to gather requirements, define product roadmaps, and prioritize feature development.
• Manage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards.
• Engage with investment teams and stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide effective solutions.
• Work with both vendor and in-house built technology solutions in the investment technology space.
• Leverage experience in the support needs of an investment management firm to address operational challenges and optimize processes and design proper support models.
• Adapt to both Agile and traditional project management models, utilizing relevant tools and practices to ensure project success.
• Assist in the rationalization of regional business technical needs vs the strategic Target Operating Model architecture aiming to re-use technology were appropriate.
• Support the International region in the pursuit of innovation by representing technology withing related local forums and initiatives.
• Work withing the broader Investment and MMC Technology organizations partner with colleagues to ensure that the OCIO business needs are clearly communicated and prioritized, and that any issues or risks are raised with the OCIO Executive team as and when they arrive.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can collaborate with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, Traveller community, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing reasonable support to any candidate with a disability/health condition to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. We welcome candidates to contact us at to discuss any specific needs.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.