Investment Product Manager | Centurion

The Recruitment Council; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Council is seeking an Investment Product Manager to lead design, enhancement, and execution of product solutions for an international wealth platform in South Africa and select international markets.

You will influence product roadmaps, collaborate with IT, Compliance, Marketing and Distribution, and translate strategic initiatives into actionable plans while ensuring regulatory and risk considerations are integrated.

Qualifications

• A B.Com or related degree is required.
• A CFA designation or actuarial background is essential.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a financial services environment, ideally in international LISP or investment platform.
• Experience in product development, pricing, platform strategy or capability design.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the South African LISP landscape, with offshore experience preferred.
• Ability to influence diverse stakeholders and translate initiatives into practical product roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Product Strategy & Development: design, enhance, and manage lifecycle of platform products and capabilities.
• Market Leadership: research and analyze market trends to identify strategic opportunities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: partner with financial advisers, clients, and internal teams to share product insights.
• Content & Communication: create high-quality product communications and documentation.
• Governance & Compliance: support governance with well-researched analyses and regulatory knowledge.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Product leadership

Communication

Education

B.Com or related degree

CFA designation or actuarial background

Job description

Are you a seasoned financial services professional with a passion for product innovation and a deep understanding of the investment landscape?

Do you have a knack for strategic thinking and a client-centric approach?

Ourclient is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Investment Product Manager to join their team, focusing on their international wealth platform. This is a rare chance to play a key role in the strategic design, enhancement, and execution of product solutions for a leading investment company. You will be instrumental in driving initiatives that meet the evolving needs of investors and financial advisors across South Africa and selected international markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Strategy & Development: Contribute to the design, enhancement, and lifecycle management of the platform's products and capabilities, ensuring alignment with business strategy and long-term sustainability. You will evaluate and shape product solutions, incorporating regulatory, compliance, risk, and financial perspectives.
• Market Leadership: Stay ahead of local and global platform trends by conducting in-depth research and market analysis. You will identify strategic opportunities for new product development, growth areas, or the refinement of existing offerings.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted partner and specialist, providing product expertise and insights to financial advisers, clients, and internal teams. You will cultivate and strengthen collaborative relationships across functions such as IT, Marketing, Distribution, and Compliance.
• Content & Communication: Develop and refine high-quality content for product-related communication, including marketing materials, thought leadership pieces, and internal documentation.
• Governance & Compliance: Prepare high-quality analysis to support governance and decision-making processes, ensuring all recommendations are well-researched and aligned with business priorities. Maintain up-to-date technical and legislative knowledge to ensure all solutions are compliant and future-fit.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A B.Com or related degree is required.
• A CFA designation or actuarial background is essential. This reflects the technical and analytical expertise needed for this specialist investment product role.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a financial services environment is a must, specifically within the international LISP (Linked Investment Service Provider) or investment platform industry.
• Proven exposure to product development, pricing, platform strategy, or capability design.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the South African LISP landscape is required, with a strong preference for experience in the offshore LISP market.
• Demonstrated ability to influence diverse stakeholders and translate strategic initiatives into practical product roadmaps.