Senior Product Manager (US Equity Platform)

Hyphen Connect; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Product Manager to spearhead product initiatives in a cryptocurrency exchange. You will define the product vision for U.S. equity and prime brokerage services, conduct market research, and collaborate with teams to launch innovative features. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in product management within fintech, strong knowledge of U.S. equity trading, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of product management experience in fintech or financial services.
• Understanding of U.S. equity trading and brokerage operations.
• Outstanding skills in influencing stakeholders and collaborating with teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute product vision and strategy for U.S. equity services.
• Conduct market research for institutional client needs.
• Partner with teams to launch innovative trading features.

Skills

Product management

U.S. equity trading

Stakeholder communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Financial Services

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Data analytics tools

APIs and trading systems

Job description

Overview

Malaysia

We are hiring for one of our ecosystem projects - a cryptocurrency exchange. They are seeking a Senior Product Manager to spearhead product initiatives from conception through to execution. In this role, you will drive the development and delivery of innovative financial products and services, with a focus on prime brokerage and U.S. equity solutions. This critical position demands a thorough understanding of the prime brokerage ecosystem, paired with a proven ability to innovate and create offerings that address the changing needs of our clients.

In this role, you will:

• Define and execute the product vision and strategy for the US equity and prime brokerage services.
• Conduct market research to assess the needs of institutional clients, such as prime brokerage firms, private equity funds, external asset managers (EAMs), large asset management firms, and high-frequency trading entities.
• Analyze competitor capabilities and industry trends to craft product strategies for institutional business, guiding the product development team in delivering key projects.
• Partner with engineering, design, and business teams to ideate, prioritize, and launch innovative features, including real-time trading capabilities, portfolio management tools, and educational resources.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure full adherence to U.S. financial regulations.
• Advocate for users by ensuring a seamless and intuitive trading experience across all platforms.
• Establish success metrics and evaluate product performance to fuel ongoing enhancements.
• Collect and analyze user feedback to refine the product and boost client satisfaction continuously.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Financial Services or a related field; an MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• At least 6 years of product management experience, ideally in fintech, trading platforms, or financial services, with expertise in equities or prime brokerage.
• Understanding of U.S. equity trading, brokerage operations, and the competitive landscape.
• Familiarity with brokerage solutions designed for institutional clients, encompassing key areas such as accounts, trading, risk management, and clearing and settlement.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams, with a solid grasp of APIs, data feeds, and trading systems.
• Proficiency in leveraging data and analytics tools to make informed decisions and optimize product outcomes.
• Outstanding skills in communicating ideas, influencing stakeholders, and uniting teams around a common goal.
• Fluency in English (required).