Drive end-to-end product development
Orchestrate cross-functional teams (e.g. Legal, Compliance, Tax, Operations, Investments, Distribution) to drive disciplined, on-time execution from concept through launch and commercialization
Lead a range of complex strategic projects for senior Wellington leaders
Serve as primary author and presenter of product proposals to the Operating Committee and senior leadership forums, framing strategic rationale, financial impact, risk considerations, and implementation plans
Develop financial models and business cases to evaluate product viability, projected flows, margin profile, and capital/resource implications
Maintain a deep understanding of client needs, competitive dynamics, regulatory trends, and market movements across multiple asset classes, including Alternatives
Identify and evaluate emerging wealth distribution models, platform innovations, and portfolio construction trends that may influence future product design and vehicle evolution
Partner with wealth sales and product teams to uncover commercial opportunities and support client-led product development through engagement with distribution partners
Work with the Competitive Intelligence and Market Research function to translate industry data into insights and strategic decisions
Help to develop next generation talent within the Enterprise Strategy Office function

At least 10 years of experience function in asset management
Direct experience in product strategy, product development, client engagement and wealth solutions
Track record of successful end-to-end product development including launching investment vehicles in APAC
Experience preparing materials for executive governance forums, including financial modeling and commercial analysis
Demonstrated ability to influence and advise senior leaders drawing data and research
Comfort with consensus-based decision making
Ability to foster innovation and drive outcomes despite complexity and imperfect information

Director, Product Strategy – APAC

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