Senior Strategist Investment Product Competitive Analysis

2 weeks ago

Boston, United States MFS Investment Management Full time
At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters - to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures.


THE ROLE

The Senior Strategist -Investment Product Competitive Analysis actively supports Global Product's efforts by providing in-depth, objective information about competitive forces and identifying critical opportunities for growth. The ideal candidate will have particular expertise in analyzing and translating competitive information that will help drive and inform business decisions. Candidate will also be the subject matter expert on retail separately managed accounts, institutional model delivery and customization.


WHAT YOU WILL DO Serve as the primary retail separately managed accounts product expert and product owner in Global Product and overall Distribution organization. Maintain a strong understanding of the industry with a particular emphasis on the overall competitive product landscape and MFS' positioning. Support broad based product initiatives across channels through market research and analysis utilizing outside databases such as Morningstar, Strategic Insight, eVestment. Serve as the subject matter expert on competitive analytics working with Global Distribution as well as Global Product and the broader organization. Articulate actionable findings to business partners through highly effective analytics. Identify key industry trends impacting business and translate into strategic recommendations to capitalize on business opportunities. Provide in-depth research as needed for potential marketing programs, white papers, and presentations. Provide timely reporting of key business metrics such as market share (flows and assets) within the industry. Continually review key competitor offerings for impact to current and future offering. Support strategic planning efforts throughout the organization by providing the necessary intelligence to guide the process, including: determining market sizing and growth; analyzing key competitors; providing pricing and product comparisons. Represent MFS on appropriate industry committees as necessary. Communicate key competitive intelligence to target audiences throughout the organization in a timely and relevant fashion. Extensive experience communicating with and interacting with senior management. Performs additional duties as requested.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR BA/BS degree with strong record of accomplishment. 6-8+ years of experience in financial services, product development, competitive analysis and research. Comprehensive knowledge of retail separately managed accounts, institutional model delivery and customization. Project management experience with proven ability to organize and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Strong expertise in Morningstar and eVestment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Accustomed to working with and presenting to senior management. In-depth knowledge of markets for investment products across various distribution channels. Superb business judgment, problem solving and organizational skills. Hands-on, highly motivated self-starter. Team player with excellent interpersonal skills; must be able to establish and maintain effective, cooperative working relationships with all departments and organizational levels. Strong research and analysis skills with the ability to synthesize and interpret data. Willingness to travel to attend applicable industry meetings, conferences, and sales meetings. FINRA series 7 and 63 registrations in accordance with MFS' licensing policy. MBA preferred.

At MFS, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply - you might be just the right candidate for this role or others.

What we offer: Generous time-off provided: including "Responsible time off" for many roles, paid company holidays when the US Stock Exchange is closed, plus paid volunteer time Family Focus: Up to 20 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up care program, dependent care flexible spending account, adoption assistance, generous caregiver leave Health and Welfare: Competitive medical, vision and dental plans, plus tax-free health savings accounts with company contributions Wellness Programs: Robust wellness webinars, employee assistance program, gym reimbursement through our medical plans, fitness center discounts and more Life & Disability Benefits: Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability Financial Benefits: 401(k) savings plan, Defined Contribution plan- 15% of base salary invested into the Plan, competitive total compensation programs MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting .

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email talent_acquisition@mfs.com for assistance.

MFS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited. Please see the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal document and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision , linked for your reference.

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