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About the Role

Drive business growth through the development, management, and commercialization of investment products and solutions for intermediary and institutional clients. Lead strategic product initiatives spanning ideation and development, and proactively contribute to product implementation and ongoing management. Exercise sound judgment, manage risks proactively, and contribute to shaping the Japan product agenda and business growth. Coach and support junior colleagues and partner with senior leaders to develop team capabilities. Work closely with internal stakeholders and actively contribute to industry initiatives to respond to evolving market and regulatory developments.

Responsibilities

Drive the evolution of the Japan product suite by identifying commercial opportunities and developing market-relevant products and solutions.
Provide strategic product recommendations to senior management based on market opportunities, client demand, competitive developments, and investment capabilities.
Lead the design and development of new investment products and solutions, including investment objectives, fund structure, pricing, distribution policy, and disclosure requirements.
Develop robust business cases to support strategic product initiatives for the Japan intermediary and institutional businesses.
Lead strategic product initiatives, including new fund launches, fund closures, corporate actions, and product rationalisation, ensuring effective execution and appropriate risk management.
Partner closely with colleagues responsible for product implementation and ongoing management to deliver successful business outcomes across the product lifecycle.
Monitor capital market developments, asset flows, peer activity, academic and industry research, and emerging market trends to identify new product opportunities.
Monitor regulatory developments affecting the investment management industry and proactively contribute to industry initiatives and discussions.
Lead internal discussions regarding product enhancements, changes or rationalisation initiatives.
Represent the Japan business in regional and global product forums, ensuring local market priorities are appropriately reflected in global product strategy.
Serve as the primary point of contact for investment capacity enquiries, partnering with Investment Management to facilitate business opportunities.
Coach and support junior team members by sharing expertise, providing guidance on product initiatives, and contributing to the development of team capabilities.
Support Distribution teams in client and distributor engagements by providing product expertise and gathering market feedback to inform product strategy and development.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in product development, or a related investment product function within an asset management organisation, with experience in product design, launches, lifecycle management, and commercialisation.
Strong knowledge of investment strategies and portfolio management across traditional asset classes, as well as multi-asset, private assets and alternative investments.
Prior experience in investment management, fund due diligence, or investment consulting is an advantage.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify product opportunities and develop compelling business cases.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to organise proposals and business cases, lead technical discussions, influence senior stakeholders, and participate in client and prospect presentations.
A collaborative, proactive, and results-oriented mindset, with the ability to work effectively across functions, regions, and cultures, while coaching and supporting more junior colleagues.
Native or advanced business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English, both written and spoken.
Knowledge of project management principles and experience leading cross-functional projects or initiatives.
Knowledge of fund accounting, taxation, and regulations related to collective investment schemes is desirable.

Skills

Product development
Product design
Product launches
Lifecycle management
Commercialisation
Investment strategies
Portfolio management
Multi-asset investments
Private assets
Alternative investments
Investment management
Fund due diligence
Investment consulting
Commercial acumen
Business case development
Communication
Stakeholder management
Project management
Cross-functional project leadership

Location

Tokyo, Japan

Work Type

Permanent

Experience Level

Associate Director

Education Level

CFA, CAIA, MBA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualifications are preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package
Value your wellbeing
Support your development
Flexible working arrangements

About the Company

Helping clients build better financial futures for over 50 years.
Achieved through working together and supporting each other globally.
The Japan Product Development and Management Team shapes and executes product strategy to support FIL’s growth ambitions in Japan.
The team oversees product development, implementation, product governance, lifecycle management, market intelligence, and supports local distribution strategies.
Works closely with Distribution, Investment Management, and key internal and external stakeholders to develop and evolve the product offering to meet changing client needs, regulatory requirements, and market opportunities while maintaining a strong product governance framework.