Senior Product Associate

116 AFS American Funds Service Co; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from day one

Flexible work options

Matching gifts (2-for-1)

Annual grants for organizations you爱

Professional development resources

Job summary

Capital Group in the United States is seeking a Senior Product Associate who will transform data into actionable insights to inform product strategy, roadmaps and business outcomes.

You will partner with Product Managers, business stakeholders, data engineers and technology teams to analyze complex datasets and translate questions into meaningful analyses that guide decisions and improve the customer experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years supporting product management, product strategy, or product development initiatives.
• Experience in financial services with mutual funds, investment research, investment tools & solutions is preferred.
• You can translate data into strategic business recommendations.
• Optional certifications: Product Manager, Product Owner.

Responsibilities

• Support product strategy and lifecycle management, including product roadmaps, release planning, implementation, and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Partner with business, technology, and cross‑functional teams to translate user and business needs into requirements, prioritize work, and deliver product enhancements.
• Serve as product owner for assigned features or components, supporting backlog management, sprint and PI planning, daily standups, and issue/risk resolution.
• Engage stakeholders and leverage feedback, analytics, and user insights to identify opportunities and prioritize product features and improvements.
• Support product delivery and adoption through testing, documentation, release planning, training materials, and change management/readiness activities.
• Research industry trends and emerging technologies to inform product decisions and continuously improve the product and user experience.

Skills

Data analysis

Product management experience

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical thinking

Curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Company Culture

“I can be myself at work.” You are more than a job title. We want you to feel comfortable doing great work and bringing your best, authentic self to everything you do. We value your talents, traditions, and uniqueness—and we’re committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging in a respectful workplace. We intentionally seek diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, investing in a culture designed to celebrate differences. We believe that belonging leads to better outcomes and a stronger community of associates united by our mission. At Capital, we live our core values every day: Integrity, Client Focus, Diverse Perspectives, Long-Term Thinking, and Community. “I can influence my income.” You want to feel recognized at work. Your performance will be reviewed annually, and your compensation will be designed to motivate and reward the value that you provide. You’ll receive a competitive salary, bonuses and benefits. Your company-funded retirement contribution will factor in salary and variable pay, including bonuses. “I can lead a full life.” You bring unique goals and interests to your job and your life. Whether you’re raising a family, you’re passionate about where you volunteer, or you want to explore different career paths, we’ll give you the resources that can set you up for success. Enjoy generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options Receive 2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to secure annual grants for the organizations you love Access on-demand professional development resources that allow you to hone existing skills and learn new ones

Position Overview

I can succeed as a Senior Product Associate at Capital Group The Senior Product Associate will play a critical role in transforming data into actionable insights that drive product strategy, roadmap decisions, and business outcomes. This individual will partner closely with Product Managers, business stakeholders, data engineers, and technology teams to analyze complex datasets, identify opportunities for product enhancements, measure product performance, and inform strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and technical skills with a solid understanding of product management principles. They are naturally curious, highly data-driven, and capable of translating business questions into meaningful analyses that influence product direction and customer experience.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support product strategy and lifecycle management, including product roadmaps, release planning, implementation, and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Partner with business, technology, and cross‑functional teams to translate user and business needs into requirements, prioritize work, and deliver product enhancements.
• Serve as product owner for assigned features or components, supporting backlog management, sprint and PI planning, daily standups, and issue/risk resolution.
• Engage stakeholders and leverage feedback, analytics, and user insights to identify opportunities and prioritize product features and improvements.
• Support product delivery and adoption through testing, documentation, release planning, training materials, and change management/readiness activities.
• Research industry trends and emerging technologies to inform product decisions and continuously improve the product and user experience.

Qualifications

• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• You have a minimum of 5 years supporting product management, product strategy, or product development initiatives.
• You have experience in financial services with mutual funds, investment research, investment tools & solutions is preferred.
• You can translate data into strategic business recommendations.
• You have knowledge in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology and information affecting the department/business area.
• You have experience collaborating with a team to effectively plan and manage the work of diverse, multiple teams.
• You demonstrate intellectual curiosity and analytical skills in areas of moderate complexity.
• Optional certifications: Product Manager, Product Owner.

Compensation and Benefits

• Southern California Base Salary Range: $111,920-$179,072
• San Antonio Base Salary Range: $92,007-$147,211
• Indianapolis Base Salary Range: $98,003-$156,805

In addition to a highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements, you also will be eligible for an individual annual performance bonus, plus Capital’s annual profitability bonus plus a retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings. You can learn more about our compensation and benefits here.* Temporary positions in the United States are excluded from the above mentioned compensation and benefit plans.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. As equal opportunity employers, our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including gender and gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, AIDS/HIV status, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Company Overview

Capital Group is one of the largest and most trusted financial companies in the world, with the goal of improving people’s lives through successful investing. Our shared values of integrity, client focus, long‑term view, diverse perspectives and community inspire our associates every day. A career at Capital Group means having countless opportunities to explore, grow and succeed. At Capital Group, the success of the people who invest with us depends on the people in whom we invest. That’s why we offer a culture, compensation and opportunities that empower our associates to build successful and prosperous careers. Through nine decades, our goal has been to improve people’s lives through successful investing. Learn more about compensation & retirement Learn more about our benefits Learn more about our hybrid schedule Learn more about our culture and core values Learn more about our commitment to responsible AI and how it shapes your candidate experience