Our client is a leading, well known, Alternative Invesment/Fund clients based in NYC seeking a Team Lead for their growing ETF platform. This is an opportunity for a seasoned executive to make a significant impact in scaling firms' ETF platform through the introduction of new products that can play a meaningful role in shaping the firms' plans for growth and driving the development of new ETF product line.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute a comprehensive product development strategy that aligns with the company's vision and market demand.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including product management, legal, portfolio management, and portfolio operations, to ensure a seamless and compliant product development process.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitive products, and investor needs to inform product development decisions
• Stay abreast of competitive product information specific to both competitors and sponsor programs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, scale, and resilience of firms' ETF platform
• Implement strategic plans and administer projects, programs, or systems to achieve short-to-midterm objectives, leveraging proficiency in process automation, continuous improvement techniques and participate in industry working groups and initiatives.
• Stay updated on developments in the broader ETF landscape

Desired Skills and Experience

• 15+ years of experience in the investment management industry, with a strong track record in product development/capital markets
• In depth knowledge of Exchange Traded Funds with a high level of knowledge around capital markets, asset allocation, and portfolio construction
• Strong strategic thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
• Experience with '40 Act products, including exchange traded funds and mutual funds.
• Experience in product, including product development, product launches, product life cycle management
• Experience in a project management role, in a retail distribution group.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dead-line driven dynamic environment
• Innovative and creative thinker
• Must be detail oriented