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The primary objective of the Regional Product Strategy Manager at Franklin Templeton (FT) is to identify trends within markets and distribution channels to develop recommendations for new and existing products within the US Product lineup.
What are the ongoing responsibilities of the Regional Product Strategy Manager?
Product Management & Development
- Evaluates market, regulatory, industry, competitor, and investment trends and determines potential implications for FT product ranges.
- Interprets research and identifies product opportunities within channel/area of responsibility, including new product ideas or changes to existing product positioning.
Product Strategy
- Identifies gaps within existing product range and develops product proposals to capitalize on investment trends and changing client needs.
- Determines product attributes and key features and establishes competitive fee structure for new products.
- With guidance, recommends new product strategy ideas or approaches.
- Understands changes in client needs and determines rationale to further evolve and build product range.
- Evaluates the feasibility of product proposals with Specialized Investment Managers (SIMs) and distribution teams.
Client Engagement & Partnership
- Works with distribution teams and may meet with external clients (advisors, consultants, global financial institutions) to identify key areas of current and future client investment needs.
- Incorporates feedback from clients and distribution teams into the product development process.
- Delivers presentations and training to senior leadership and Fund Boards.
- Independently communicates information on product development lifecycle and assists in advising internal stakeholders on appropriate product positioning and product placement.
- Builds relationships and trust with local distribution teams.
- With guidance, communicates investment trends or areas of potential product development, within channel/area of responsibility.
What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. MBA a plus.
- 5-8 years of product strategy/management experience with a financial institution, consultant, or plan sponsor
- Strong understanding of capital markets with a working knowledge of multiple asset classes.
- CFA or working towards one is preferred
- Strong knowledge of industry data (eVestment, Morningstar Direct, Lipper, Simfund etc)
- Strong data skillset with an ability to efficiently leverage Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint to create high caliber presentations.
- Strong knowledge of the US Retail and Institutional market
- Experience working with a variety of investment vehicles.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Comprehensive understanding and a desire to maintain expert knowledge of industry developments, regulatory and market trends, pricing, products & techniques
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Preferred: Working knowledge of PowerBI.
Compensation Range: Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary—designed to support the whole person and to recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. We expect the salary for this position to range between $130,000 - $160,000.
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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.
Highlights Of Our Benefits Include
- Three weeks paid time off the first year
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
- Employee Stock Investment Program
- Learning and Education Assistance Program (LEAP)
- Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
- Onsite fitness center and recreation center*
- Onsite cafeteria*
- Only applicable at certain locations
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Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
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