• Job Description

  Req#: R0079827

  Role Profile

  The Group Director, Head of Equity Index Product, Americas is a key leadership role within the FTSE Russell Equity Product team. The role has an overarching responsibility for the day to day management, strategic direction and financial performance of the Americas equity index business.

  As the Americas regional product head, you will develop a team of product managers who will drive the strategy, execution and growth of the equity index business in the US, and the Americas more broadly. Based in New York, this role will report into the Global Head of Equity Index Product.

  In coordination with the global product team, you will be responsible for leading, developing and mentoring a hard-working product management team. You will work with the team on setting and driving the regional business growth strategy across key client, product, and business segments, as well as working alongside them to achieve results.

  You’ll focus on working alongside key internal collaborators (for e.g. sales & marketing, research and technology) on development, and rolling out the business strategy. The role will involve all aspects of business and product management as well as effective team leadership to accelerate growth in the region.

  FTSE Russell is a leading global index provider creating and managing a wide range of indexes, data, and analytics solutions to meet client needs across asset classes, styles, and strategies.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Set the strategic priorities for the equity index business segment in the Americas in alignment with the broader business, alongside key partners across sales & marketing, research and technology
  • Lead a team of impactful product managers to drive growth in collaboration with key internal and external partners, growing the P&L
  • Lead on coordination and planning of an aligned regional equity index strategy, aligning with key internal and external collaborators.
  • Work with senior leadership in sales to develop specific strategic account plans to increase growth in line with the overall business objectives
  • Day-to-day management of the regional product team
  • Develop and implement operating and tactical plans alongside sales & marketing to help drive sales, adoption and growth of the regional business
  • Identify and lead on opportunities to collaborate globally across Product to drive broader index adoption and ecosystem development
  • Lead new product launches in coordination with clients, partners, and colleagues across the business
  • Collaborate with the regional sales teams to ensure adequate Product support and that the sales teams are proficient in the value proposition and are improving revenue potential

  Experience Required:

  • At least 15 years within the financial services industry
  • MBA and/or CFA desirable
  • Proven understanding of indexing and indexed financial products
  • Product expertise in funds, ETFs listed and OTC derivatives
  • Strong regional network amongst buy-side and sell-side
  • Experienced at assessing, negotiating, and closing sophisticated commercial agreements
  • Positive relationship building and interpersonal skills
  • Results focused global team-player with a strong partner management and influencing style
  • Strong planning and execution skills
  • Strong commercial and strategic mentality combined with the ability to implement efficiently and proactively
  • Quantitative and analytical skills, attention to detail, and understanding how to prioritise and lead projects effectively
  • Team leadership, management and development skills

  Compensation/Benefits Information ( New York applicants only ):

  LSEG is committed to offering competitive Compensation and Benefits. The anticipated base salary for this position is $0 - $0.

  Please be aware base salary ranges may vary by geographic location, city and state. In addition to our offered base salary, this role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP/”bonus plan”). Target AIP rates will be commensurate with role level and posted career stage. Individual salary will be reflective of job related knowledge, skills and equivalent experience. LSEG roles (excluding internships and part-time roles of less than 20 hours per week) are typically eligible for inclusion in our LSEG Benefits program, which includes offerings of: Annual Wellness Allowance, Paid time-off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending & Health Savings Options, Prescription Drug plan, 401(K) Savings Plan and Company match. LSEG’s Benefits plan also includes basic life insurance, disability benefits, emergency backup dependent care, adoption assistance commuter assistance etc.

  LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

  Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

  Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

  LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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• About the company

  Refinitiv is a global provider of financial market data and infrastructure.

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