Head of Product Lifecycle

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Develop a data-informed governance framework to assist Waystone Management's senior management and the WMUK board in fulfilling their regulatory product governance obligations.

• Oversee and manage the components of the WMUK product governance framework, including the Value Assessment Framework and the annual reviews of funds.

• Coordinate activities related to the WMUK product lifecycle and ensure that data collection and execution meet established standards.

• Lead the governance forums and committees of the ACD.

• Chair specific committees as necessary.

• Actively engage in the Operational Governance Committee and the Value Assessment Committee.

• Collaborate with Compliance representatives to ensure adherence to FCA regulations and other applicable rules.

• Manage relevant processes, policies, and procedures effectively.

• Partner with senior managers, Product Development, Compliance, Investment Risk, Enterprise Risk, Oversight Teams, and other stakeholders within the Waystone Group.

• Assist in the design and launch of new products.

• Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements in product governance oversight tasks and enhance team performance.

• Communicate with external stakeholders, including the FCA, depositaries, external legal firms, and delegated investment managers.

• Address product governance inquiries throughout the product lifecycle.

• Integrate relevant elements of the product governance framework into everyday business operations.

• Collaborate with ACD and RFS management, along with other staff, on operational issues and special projects as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• In-depth understanding of the ACD business.

• Strong collaborative relationships across the Waystone Group.

• Experience in conducting Value Assessment reviews and creating Value Assessment statements.

• Robust product governance, management, or development experience in asset management.

• Significant relevant industry experience.

• Supervisory or management experience is essential.

• Familiarity with Product Governance regulatory requirements and best practices.

• Strong knowledge of investment products.

• Proven understanding of the regulatory landscape concerning authorized funds, including UCITS, AIFMD, COBS, COLL, and PROD.

• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory best practices.

• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks while considering time, resources, and quality constraints.

• Capacity to convey complex messages to diverse audiences.

• Commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining high standards.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible remote work arrangement.

• Full-time employment opportunity.