Description

Job Description:

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and versatile Product Owner to lead front-office Quantitative Research, with a focus on Fixed Income and High Income Analytics.

In this role, you will sit at the intersection of quantitative research, investment decision-making, and technology delivery, partnering closely with Product Area leaders, Domain heads, Portfolio Managers, and senior Quant Researchers. This role involves guiding projects from the research stage through to development, ensuring successful execution and alignment with strategic objectives.

You will drive strategic execution and sequencing across Product Areas, Domains, and Scrum teams; actively manage delivery risk; and ensure transparency into progress, impediments, and outcomes for senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the planning, execution, and delivery of Quantitative Research initiatives in the areas of Portfolio Construction, Portfolio Engineering, Investment Risk, and Analytics. Develop and track project plans, timelines, and landmarks to ensure strategic alignment and timely delivery.
• Lead and prioritize backlogs for large teams, ensuring efficient workflow and project alignment with business objectives. Facilitate regular backlog refinement sessions, ensuring clarity and prioritization of tasks.
• Champion Agile methodologies and adopt tools to enhance team productivity and collaboration including sprint planning, stand-ups, and sprint reviews.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external partners, ensuring clear communication and effective collaboration.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables. Present project updates to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring all parties are informed of progress and any potential issues.
  

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

• 7+ years of experience in program management, specifically grooming backlogs for large teams with multiple projects and milestones.
• Extensive background in Investment Management, with a strong understanding of multi-asset class investment processes in the front office.
• Proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams and managing complex, multi-year projects allied to deep familiarity with Agile methodologies and experience in implementing Agile practices within large teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) / Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or equivalent experience in a related field.
  

Join our team and be at the forefront of driving innovation in quantitative research and investment management. Apply your expertise and leadership skills to help us achieve our strategic goals and deliver exceptional outcomes for our partners.
The base salary range for this position is $110,000-222,000 USD per year.
Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate's relevant experience, and other factors.

Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.

Please be advised that Fidelity's business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.

Most roles at Fidelity are Hybrid, requiring associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to Remote or fully Onsite roles.

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