SSgA, one of the world's largest institutional asset managers with over $1.8 trillion in assets, is making a major investment in new product development, product strategy and competitive analysis. We seek an experienced professional with demonstrated skills in product innovation, product launch and project management. The ideal candidate will contribute strategic ideas for new products and assist in the development and launch of new products.

Major Responsibilities:

1) Take leadership role in coordinating the launch of new products

2) Manage key relationships with internal business units to facilitate product development (legal, investments, marketing and sales, etc.)

3) Manage key relationships with external providers (fund administration, transfer agents, legal, etc)

4) Strategic analysis of marketing and product opportunities. Assess market demand and the competitive landscape within an asset class or strategy to determine appropriate positioning for SSgA

5) Work closely with sales, client relationship, investment and product engineering teams to facilitate new product ideas and ensure product gaps are identified and resolved

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

• University or other advanced education required

• Good knowledge of European fund product and various fund regulations across Europe

• Previous experience of product development/management, preferably with an asset management or consultant firm

• Strong project management skills

• Effective communication and presentation skills

• Display a high level of confidence

• Strong analytical and strategic skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Team player

Specific Technical Knowledge/Qualifications:

• Knowledge of European funds regulatory environment

Personal Profile:

• Will require some travel within European region