Head of Product Development

DBA•Irving, TX

19d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Head of Product Development must be a strategic leader and visionary to help shape the firm's product strategy and oversee the entire product development lifecycle across the firm's platform. Reporting directly to the CEO, this executive will drive both intermediate and long-term product strategy, foster new partnerships, and ensure alignment with evolving market trends and client needs.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in product management or product development within asset management
Deep understanding of the US Wealth Market and current trends within the market
Proven track record of launching and managing successful investment products (e.g., Mutual Funds, ETFs or Interval Funds)
Deep understanding of mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investment vehicles
Deep understanding of financial markets, investment products, and regulatory environments (e.g., SEC, FINRA)
Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills
Exceptional multitasking and prioritization skills
Bachelor's degree required; MBA or CFA preferred

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with regulatory filings and fund governance structures
Ability to navigate complex organizational environments and influence senior stakeholders
Strong network within the financial services industry to facilitate partnerships and collaboration

Responsibilities

Defines and executes intermediate and long-term product development strategies
Leads cross-functional initiatives to identify market opportunities and develops innovative investment solutions
Serves as a member of the Product Management Committee
Owns the full product development lifecycle from ideation to launch
Evaluates current market vehicles and explores alternative structures and options
Ensures products meet performance, compliance, and operational standards
Maintains a deep understanding of U.S. wealth trends and investor behaviors
Monitors competitive landscape and regulatory developments
Drives innovation in product design, including active ETFs and alternative strategies
Prioritize and refine a high volume of ideas to assess feasibility and align with strategic goals
Works closely with new partners and strategic relationships to support product development initiatives
Collaborates with Asset Management, Sales, Marketing, Legal, and Compliance teams to ensure successful product delivery
Represents Product Development in executive meetings and investor communications
Recruits, develops, and manages a diverse product development team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and adaptability to handle a high volume of tasks and execute input