Director of Product Innovation
Core
Lead product innovation agenda to expand RBC's US asset management product suite across asset classes and distribution channels, translating market trends and client demand into new investment solutions.
Role type
Director of Product Innovation (Asset Management)
Builds
New investment products (mutual funds, active ETFs, interval funds, SMAs, CITs) and go-to-market strategies for the US market.
Domain
Asset Management / Investment Products / US Financial Markets
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Product strategy, new product development lifecycle, competitive landscape analysis, US fund regulation knowledge, vehicle structure expertise, go-to-market strategy, stakeholder management, business case design, product governance.
Preferred skills
CFA or CAIA designation, experience with proprietary in-house systems.
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), proprietary in-house systems.
Responsibilities
Own the new product innovation agenda and pipeline; evaluate product ideas for strategic fit and commercial viability; develop go-to-market strategies; represent the business on Funds Boards and New Product Committees; advise on optimal investment vehicle structures and fee positioning; collaborate globally to adapt strategies for the US market.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership