Vice President, Product Structuring & Launch

Oaktree Capital Management; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Launch Manager to oversee product development and launch activities. This pivotal role involves collaborating with diverse teams to research and implement innovative investment products, ensuring operational readiness and monitoring product initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in product management within the alternative investment sector, coupled with superior analytical and communication skills. Join a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diversity and fosters professional growth, where your contributions will directly influence the success of new investment offerings.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work arrangement

Qualifications

• 8+ years in product management or alternative investments preferred.
• Strong understanding of product development in asset management.

Responsibilities

• Partner with teams to implement new product ideas and solutions.
• Provide project management oversight for fund launch activities.

Skills

Product Management

Alternative Investments

Financial Modeling

Market Research

Project Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

MBA

CFA

Job description

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $205 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2024. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, private equity, real assets, and listed equities. The firm has over 1200 employees and offices in 23 cities worldwide.

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.

The Product Structuring and Launch department is responsible for oversight of activities spanning the product development lifecycle, including: (i) incubation of new product ideas, (ii) vetting new product concepts in concert with the Chief Product Officer and Management Committee, (iii) defining structure and terms for funds and bespoke mandates, and (iv) coordination of pre- and post-launch activities for new product initiatives.

The Launch Manager will report to the Head of Product Structuring & Launch, while working closely with a broad group of Oaktree constituents comprised of investment and non-investment teams, including marketing and client relations, corporate development, legal, compliance, accounting, tax, and trade support. Selected responsibilities include:

Product Development

• Partner with marketing representatives, investment professionals, product specialists, and other internal stakeholders to research, propose and implement new product ideas, bespoke client solutions or new investor channels for product distribution.
• Contribute to the definition of terms, pricing, and positioning of new products.
• Research and prepare analyses regarding competitive landscape and market trends.
• Develop financial models that assess Corporate and fund-level profitability for new product offerings.
• Conduct the lookback analysis of products launched and identify lessons learned for future product offerings.

Launch Management

• Provide project management oversight for fund launch and account onboarding activities, covering fundraise preparedness and operating model design.
• Set up and deliver new products related to Oaktree’s headline funds and bespoke mandates.
• Partner with cross-functional teams on operational readiness in advance of fund closings.
• Maintain a firmwide view of new product initiatives (“New Product Pipeline”).
• Monitor and maintain record of product fees, terms, and structures.
• Promote engagement and awareness of new product initiatives across stakeholder groups firmwide.

Experience required:

• 8+ years of relevant product management, alternative investment or operational due diligence experience, candidates with investment or intermediary consulting experience preferred.
• Understanding of all aspects of product development, vehicles/structures, positioning and implementation within the asset management industry.
• Experience with conducting industry research and general competitive landscape analysis.
• Experience with financial modelling and sensitivity analyses that incorporate various investment fee structures and expense concepts.
• Ability to acquire thorough knowledge of the legal, accounting, compliance, tax structuring and investment aspects of the investment products offered by Oaktree.
• Highly resourceful; ability to exercise superior judgment regarding investor requests: to interpret them, ask appropriate questions, conduct due diligence, and only expend internal resources of the firm for the most relevant, needed situations.
• Experience with operating a function and/or designing or improving processes.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal.

Personal Attributes:

• Be highly motivated to succeed and to foster the success of his/her teammates at Oaktree.
• Demonstrate the poise, confidence and professionalism to establish relationships, garner support and engage team members to ensure successful completion of projects.
• Be a self-starter who originates ideas, demonstrates intellectual curiosity, and identifies and captures opportunities.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) – must show aptitude for explaining technical concepts clearly and simply to clients.
• Possess outstanding attention to detail and superior organizational skills.
• Have strong integrity, professionalism and dedication to excellence.
• Value differences and uphold all other Oaktree core values.
• Excel in a demanding, fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Be a natural problem solver who can independently identify and recommend improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree (major in Finance, Business, Marketing, Communications or related field preferred). MBA or CFA a plus.

Base Salary Range

$200,000 - $225,000

In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible to receive discretionary bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package and a flexible work arrangement. The base salary offered will be commensurate with experience and/or qualifications, industry knowledge and expertise, as well as prior training and education.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.

For positions based in Los Angeles

For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.