CSD/Securities Product Manager sought by leading financial services organisation based in London. Inside IR35 - Hybrid working Principal duties Monitor, analyse and evaluate market trends, consumer behaviour, and competitor activity to identify market opportunities Assist in formulating strategy for the CSD by aligning cross functional teams, uncovering opportunities and analysing lifecycles Identify features that need to be changed to meet customer needs, and liaise with other areas of the organization to implement these changes Participation in development projects from initiation to implementation in support of the company's UK & International strategy. Taking ownership of and researching ideas; where appropriate consulting the UK market on potential developments, either via working groups, the publication of "green books" or through face to face meetings. Assessing industry movements and refine value based pricing post the launch of new products/services. This also includes identifying the impacts of technological and/or regulatory changes on the company and its clients ,analyse the opportunities to develop new services around it. The production of feasibility studies and pre-business cases in relation to proposed developments. Working with Project Leaders, Business Analysts and Senior Product Managers to produce Business Cases for submission to appropriate Senior Management Committees. Representing Group companies in external and group meetings (this could be bilateral or with trade organisations) and you may be required to undertake some European travel. Providing sales support including presenting at client and prospect meetings Conducting post launch audits, track product success, analysis P&L metrics. KPIs, making recommendations for improvements to existing products and services Required Skillset The successful candidate will need to demonstrate: excellent analytical skills; general knowledge of the securities industry; CREST system knowledge; energy and drive; flexible approach to working hours; good judgement; excellent written and inter-personal skills; and an ability to function effectively as part of a team. able to work under own initiative/independently; able to work with clients (internal & external) on a professional basis; experience in financial services; Strategic thinking is one of your key strengths In addition the following skills would be desirable: negotiation and presentation skills; and project based and/or product management experience. Please apply within for further details or call on 07393149627 Alex Reeder Harvey Nash Finance & Banking