Job Summary

What is the opportunity?
The Research Technology Product Manager is responsible for driving and overseeing product development and enhancement as well as contributing to strategic initiatives of the Global Research department. They will act as a primary liaison with our partners across different business units, lead ad-hoc analytics, manage/own products/platforms, and provide operations excellence on projects as required. In addition the product manager is responsible for end-to-end processes related to product initiatives including initial idea & strategy development, requirements gathering, user-experience testing, implementation oversight, functional testing, and success measurement.

Job Description

What will you do?

Strategy & Analytical Initiatives:

Support strategy development and road-map planning for research product and operationsProactively identify ideas on process and system enhancements and new product developmentLead Analytics & Insights for external client engagement, internal user productivity and other ad-hoc analyses for Research and Global Equities executive team   Stay abreast industry and competitive activities to inform features & functionalities, and best-practices for the Research products & operations

Project/Product based responsibilities would include:

Be the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Research tools, systems and business procedures, to effectively participate in product development/enhancement, Agile sessions, and all testing/implementation cyclesWork closely with the Research Technology team to provide business requirements and business decisions on new products, enhancements on existing platformsManage relationships with LoB and cross-LoB stakeholders, execution partners and collaborate with colleagues across the organization to identify and manage the delivery of enhancements and error-resolution in a timely mannerCo-ordinate and facilitate small, medium, and large size Process/Product Improvements projectsProactively seek opportunities for improvements and efficiency in business processes, and propose working solutions

Day-To-Day Responsibilities (Global with US Focus) would include:

Support day to day needs of the Research Department, including active products & systems and general applicationsConduct New Hire Training on all research systems and toolsApply analytical and business skills to proactively identify, track, manage, and resolve operational issues and propose enhancements as necessaryWork closely with other business functions and end-users to identify and track enhancement requests and suggest solutionsResponsible for the Conflict Disclosures process and work closely with Compliance on reviewsTake full ownership of assigned business processes, and complete tasks with accuracy and within timelineAnalyze different data sets and produce meaningful reports for the business

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have:

Bachelor’s Degree  5+ years of relevant experienceUnderstanding and experience with Sell-side Research process, products and systemsProduct & User Experience focused mindsetExcellent troubleshooting and problem solving skillsOutstanding analytical skills in analyzing multiple datasets, reporting and working with ambiguityProficiency in business process analyses and strategy developmentExcellent communication skills both verbal and written, including presentation skills.Ability to effectively manage stakeholder relationships across all levels within the firm, external vendors, and clientsSelf-motivated individual, who demonstrates initiative in all they do and thrives in a dynamic environment with evolving, changing and competing prioritiesVery naturally analytical with the ability to think outside the box while identifying issues and suggesting solutionsMust possess a high degree of experience in MS Office Applications, Business Intelligence or data/reporting tools, database management systems, etc.The ability to learn and understand new technologies quickly

Nice-to-have:

MBA or relevant Masters’ DegreeExperience in product development and strategy developmentUnderstanding of Capital Markets, including the different business units, processes, products and systemsBackground in Capital Markets Equities and/or Sell-side Research businessPrior experience of leading cross-functional projects & initiatives and/or Management Consulting is a plus

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation.

Opportunities to learn continuously and develop professionally

Opportunities to build close relationships with coverage companies, investors and others internally within Capital Markets

Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies

Job Skills

Business Case Design, Communication, Critical Thinking, Effectiveness Measurement, Financial Regulation, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Product Development Lifecycle, Product Development Methodology, Product Services, Results-Oriented, Waterfall Model

Additional Job Details

Address:

BROOKFIELD PLACE FKA 3 WORLD FINANCIAL CENTER, 200 VESEY STREET:NEW YORK

City:

New York

Country:

United States of America

Work hours/week:

40

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-02-12

Application Deadline:

2025-03-01

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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