Associate Director, Private Markets Product Management

S&P Global, Inc.; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning

Retirement Planning

Job summary

S&P Global Dow Jones Indices is seeking a Product Manager for the Private Markets Product Team in the United States. You will develop index solutions across private equity, private credit, and real assets, collaborating with commercial and operations teams to drive innovation and efficiency.

The role emphasizes strategic alignment, client engagement, and thought leadership in a fast-evolving private markets space. A strong analytical background and global mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• 5–6+ years of product management experience in private markets or related sectors.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with global teams.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development of private markets product lines and identify opportunities.
• Collaborate with client coverage and marketing to strengthen relationships.
• Lead product engagement and education initiatives on innovative methodologies.
• Coordinate product launch processes from concept to completion.
• Publish thought leadership and participate in marketing events.

Skills

Private markets

Product management

Analytical skills

Communication

Global mindset

Education

Bachelor's in Finance or Economics

Master's or CFA

Tools

FactSet

Bloomberg

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 12 The Role: Product Manager, Private Markets Product Team S&P Dow Jones Indices is a leading provider of iconic and innovative index solutions, bringing transparency to global capital markets. Our Private Markets initiative is at the forefront of innovation, aiming to democratize access to private equity, private credit, and real assets while introducing greater efficiency and transparency within these sectors. The Team The Private Markets Product team is pioneering the development of index solutions within private markets, a new and innovative area. This team is dedicated to breaking new ground and finding solutions that will democratize access to private markets and enhance operational efficiency. We value creativity, collaboration, and a global mindset. Joining this team offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a transformative initiative. The Product Manager will play a key role in developing our Private Markets index solutions, focusing on innovation, efficiency, and strategic alignment. This role involves pioneering new indices and methodologies to enhance transparency, access, and efficiency within private equity, private credit, and real assets. The Product Manager will collaborate closely with commercial and operational teams, requiring both technical expertise and a forward-thinking approach.

What’s in it for you

• Engage with clients to develop innovative strategies and act as a subject matter expert in private markets.
• Opportunity to represent groundbreaking products and interact with senior leaders.
• Collaborate with diverse internal teams and clients in a transformative environment.
• Experience a varied role where each day presents new challenges and opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Contribute towards the development and success of innovative product lines in private equity, private credit, and real assets, identifying new opportunities and operational efficiencies.
• Collaborate with client coverage and marketing teams to strengthen client relationships and promote new solutions.
• Lead product engagement and education initiatives, serving as an expert on innovative methodologies that enhance efficiency.
• Coordinate product launch processes, championing them through to completion.
• Publish thought leadership materials, participate in marketing events, and contribute to product innovation and efficiency improvements.

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $104,435.00 - $144,040.00. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus.

What We’re Looking For

5-6+ years of experience in product management within private markets, fixed income or related innovative sectors. Ideally, experience in product development. Excellent analytical, quantitative, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a global mindset.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics or a related field.
• Master's degree in a relevant field or CFA charter.
• Familiarity with analytical platforms (FactSet, Bloomberg).
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving, innovation, and efficiency enhancement.

About S&P Global Dow Jones Indices

At S&P Dow Jones Indices, we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. We’re the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500. More assets are invested in products based upon our indices and more USD 7.4 trillion in passively managed assets linked to our indices and over USD 11.3 trillion benchmarked to our indices, our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance, evaluating portfolios and developing investment strategies. S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/spdji.

Benefits

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards - small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

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