Lead Product Manager

Lead Product Manager – Harris | Oakmark

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At Harris, the true value of what makes us successful is found in our people. It is our unique mix of cultures, experiences, beliefs and backgrounds that sets Harris apart from the rest. We constantly strive to cultivate, nurture and amplify an unparalleled environment, where we value intellectual curiosity and uniqueness of thought. Inclusion is embedded in the very fabric of our culture of collaboration and openness.

We understand that a job description only tells one part of a broader story, and Harris is seeking dynamic candidates who can add to our best-in-class environment. We recognize that qualifications can be gained through both traditional and non-traditional paths, and we are committed to considering candidates who possess the potential to be excellent in this role regardless of prior experiences.

Therefore we encourage ALL interested individuals to submit their applications, even if they do not meet every requirement outlined in the job description.

The Technology & Digital Solutions team is responsible for delivering innovative, scalable, and secure technology platforms that support the firm’s investment operations, including order origination, trade execution, and investment compliance. The Lead Product Manager is responsible for defining and executing the strategic roadmap for platforms that enable Portfolio Implementation, Order Origination, Trade Execution, and Investment Compliance. This includes managing product backlogs, coordinating cross‑functional delivery teams, and ensuring that technology solutions align with the firm’s investment goals and compliance standards.

The role involves stewardship of both internally developed systems and vendor platforms, with a focus on data integrity, operational efficiency, and user experience. This individual will work closely with investment professionals, compliance teams, and engineering partners to translate business needs into actionable technology initiatives. Success in this role requires a deep understanding of asset management workflows, strong product leadership, and the ability to drive consensus across diverse stakeholder groups in a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment.

• Act as SME across Charles River, Portware, Bloomberg, and Fact Set, owning the technology roadmap for Order Management, Trading, Trading Analytics, and Investment Compliance.
• Align priorities across Portfolio Implementation, Investment Compliance, Trading, and Technology.
• Drive transparent decision‑making and integrate stakeholder feedback through governance processes.

• Mentor the technology team supporting Trading, Order Origination, and Investment Compliance.
• Drive Agile ceremonies, resolve blockers, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

• Develop and manage resource allocation plans. Provide clear reporting on capacity, utilization, and variances to inform decisions across stakeholders.

• Conduct retrospectives and implement processes, tools, and workflow enhancements to improve delivery efficiency and team performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 7–10 years of combined experience in Product Management within Asset Management.
• Strong domain knowledge in Front Office functions including Order Management, Trade Execution, Trading Analytics, and Investment Compliance.
• Proven experience managing enterprise vendor platforms such as Charles River, Portware, Bloomberg, and Fact Set.
• Expertise with Agile tools such as JIRA, Azure Boards, or similar.
• Proficiency in data/quantitative analytics, business intelligence platforms, and general programming capabilities.
• Experience with data architecture & engineering, cloud native development and Dev Ops/CI/CD principles.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management…