Strategist – Investment Product Development

Job Description

Strategist – Investment Product Development | MFS Investment Management

The Tone:
This is a full-time hybrid role at MFS Investment Management, located in Boston, Massachusetts. MFS builds and manages investment products, helping millions of people and institutions secure their financial futures. This role is crucial for developing, enhancing, and managing investment offerings, ensuring they align with strategic vision and market needs. The company culture supports collaboration, valuing the strongest ideas and demonstrating care for its community and employees.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Location: Hybrid – Boston, Massachusetts, USA
• Pay: $123000–$177500 yearly
• Mission: Leads work relating to the development, enhancement, and management of investment products across MFS distribution channels.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Lead Product Development: Lead work relating to the development, enhancement, and management of investment products across MFS product lines and distribution channels.
• Manage Project Teams: Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of new product initiatives, including launches, changes, and ongoing management.
• Prepare Documentation: Prepare project plans, documentation, and analyses required to bring new product initiatives through the product approval process.
• Serve as Expert: Serve as a product vehicle resource and subject matter expert for investment vehicles in Global Product and overall Distribution organization.
• Analyze Market Trends: Monitor industry trends, market developments, and competitor activity, providing insights to support product strategy discussions and evaluate new opportunities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree required, with core domain knowledge in financial services, investment products, product development, or product management.
• Experience: 6–8+ years of experience in financial services, investment products, product development, product management, market research, or competitive analysis. Experience conducting research, analyzing data, and translating findings into business insights.
• Skills: Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities; effective written and verbal communication skills, including presenting findings; demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions and build effective working relationships.