Director, Product Management – Global Investor & Distribution Solutions (GIDS) - PA-UID-PROD-Q4-N001

SS&C Technologies•Kansas City, MO

19d•$175,000 - $225,000•Hybrid

About The Position

SS&C is expanding its outsourced operations and technology offerings for U.S. asset managers and is seeking a Director, Product Management to build these solutions. This is a hands-on builder’s role: the Director will own strategy for new outsourced operations and technology products, conduct client and competitive research, shape operating models, set pricing, and drive commercialization. The role focuses on solutions supporting Mutual Funds, Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs), Collective Investment Trusts (CITs), and related investment vehicles, helping asset managers improve efficiency, scalability, and operational performance. The Director will define product roadmaps and offerings within SS&C’s established platform and guide products from concept through launch, partnering across Product, Operations, Technology, Sales, Relationship Management, and Executive Leadership. The position also supports sales pursuits and client presentations as a product subject-matter expert. The role is located in New York, NY, with a hybrid work model.

Requirements

Extensive product management experience building and commercializing B2B products or services.
Strong knowledge of investment operations across Mutual Funds, SMAs, CITs, and related investment vehicles, sufficient to design operating models and earn the trust of sophisticated clients.
A track record of creating new products, services, or capabilities from the ground up and delivering measurable commercial results.
Commercial skills, including pricing, value proposition development, and business-case development.
Self-starter with a hands-on approach to primary research, analysis, and execution.
Excellent communication and stakeholder skills, including the ability to influence executives, win over clients, and align cross-functional partners without direct authority.
12+ years of hands-on investment operations experience.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience in asset servicing, FinTech, or outsourced operations for asset managers.
Experience taking offerings from concept to market rather than only managing an existing roadmap.
Deep, hands-on investment operations experience.
Experience with both large global and smaller or boutique asset managers.
Familiarity with global operating environments.
Advanced degree or relevant industry certifications.

Responsibilities

Own the product strategy and roadmap for new outsourced operations and technology services for asset managers.
Interview clients, research competitors, identify service gaps, and determine where SS&C can differentiate.
Design offerings end-to-end, including operating models, service specifications, business requirements, and the rationale for building capabilities.
Set pricing and service tiers, develop commercialization plans, and build investment business cases.
Drive products from concept to launch, collaborating with Technology and Operations to develop scalable, automated services.
Support revenue efforts through sales activities, client presentations, strategic pursuits, and RFPs as the product expert.
Gather ongoing feedback from clients and prospects and incorporate it into the product roadmap.
Work across Product, Operations, Technology, Sales, Relationship Management, and Executive Leadership to deliver outcomes.
Act as a subject-matter expert on outsourced investment operations, operating models, and the competitive landscape.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match.
Professional development reimbursement.
Flexible personal/vacation time off.
Sick leave.
Paid holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Employee Assistance Program.
Parental leave.
Hands-on, team-customized training, including SS&C University.
Discounts on fitness clubs, travel, and more.
May be eligible for annual discretionary bonus and/or equity awards, such as restricted stock units or stock options, based on individual and business performance and company discretion.