Head / VP / AVP – Products

About the Role

This is a senior leadership position responsible for shaping, launching, and managing investment products (mutual funds, PMS / AIF) across equity and debt. You'll connect market insights to product innovation, lead go-to-market planning, and ensure regulatory compliance-all while delivering investor-first outcomes.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Product Strategy & Definition

Design and define features, terms, and positioning of both new and existing products.

Develop compelling sales pitches and collateral to support multiple channels.

2. Regulatory Management & Compliance

Coordinate product filings, regulatory approvals, and compliance documentation.

Prepare and maintain detailed reports and dashboards.

3. Market Research & Intelligence

Track domestic and global financial product trends, fund launches, and competitive benchmarking.

Identify market opportunities and consumer gaps in equity and debt.

4. New Product Development & Launch Execution

Collaborate with fund managers and research teams to plan and launch products.

Manage internal and external stakeholder coordination to deliver market-ready products.

5. Sales Enablement & Channel Engagement

Align with business heads to tailor products for specific distribution channels.

Support regional or smaller partners with training and marketing resources.

6. Performance Monitoring & Reporting

Analyze AUM movement, investor behavior trends (SIPs, fund flows), and product performance vs peers.

Provide insights and reporting to management and board-level committees.

7. Communications & Content Development

Create product-related materials such as one-pagers, presentations, outlooks, and campaign content.

Support investor education initiatives and marketing campaigns.

8. Cross-Functional Coordination

Work closely with digital, front-office, marketing, HR, and L&D teams.

Serve as a bridge to empower internal teams for successful product delivery.

Skills & Competencies :

Strong research and analytical skills with a data-driven mindset.

Excellent verbal and written communication; adept at crafting polished materials.

Strong proficiency in MS Excel (macros desirable), PowerPoint, and MIS platforms.

Ability to thrive under pressure, multi-task, and take initiative.

In-depth understanding of regulatory frameworks for investment products.

Familiarity with investor education programs, as well as PMS / AIF platforms (advantageous).

Qualifications & Experience :

Education : Minimum postgraduate degree in Finance.

Experience : 13–15 years in the financial services industry, preferably in mutual funds, PMS, AIF product roles.