VP – Product Strategy & Architecture; Wealth Platforms

A leading regional financial institution is seeking to appoint a Vice President – Product Strategy & Architecture to play a defining role in shaping the future of its next-generation wealth ecosystem
.

This is a senior, high-impact leadership role
, suited for a globally oriented professional who brings a combination of strategic vision, product leadership, and architectural depth to drive differentiated client-facing solutions and internal platform capabilities
.

Reporting into senior executive leadership, the VP will define and lead a forward-looking product vision (3-year horizon), while overseeing the architecture of both external client applications and internal wealth platforms
.

The role carries a strong strategic mandate
, with accountability for ensuring alignment between business strategy, client experience, and enabling technology
. It is designed to focus on long-term direction, platform scalability, and innovation
, distinct from day-to-day execution.

Acting as a key connector across the organization, the VP will ensure seamless integration between digital client interfaces (e.g., investor portals, mobile platforms, advisory tools) and core internal systems supporting portfolio management, operations, and data ecosystems
.

• Define and lead the enterprise-wide product strategy across client-facing digital applications and internal wealth platforms
• Drive the end-to-end architecture vision
  , ensuring alignment between business priorities and scalable technology solutions
• Anticipate global and regional market developments
  , translating them into strategic product and platform initiatives
• Establish and govern product strategy frameworks, prioritization models, and long-term roadmaps
• Partner closely with executive stakeholders to shape investment decisions and platform transformation agendas
• Oversee the adoption of modern architecture patterns (APIs, microservices, cloud-native solutions) across the ecosystem
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, security, and data governance standards across all platforms
• Champion client-centric design and seamless experience
  , while enhancing internal efficiency and scalability
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on product innovation, platform evolution, and competitive positioning

• 10–15+ years of experience within wealth management, asset management, or financial services / fintech
• Proven leadership experience in product strategy, platform architecture, or large-scale transformation initiatives
• Strong track record in delivering integrated solutions across client-facing applications and enterprise platforms
• Deep understanding of wealth products, advisory models, and digital client journeys
• Expertise in enterprise architecture and modern technology ecosystems
• Demonstrated ability to influence at executive and board-facing levels
• Strong commercial acumen combined with a forward-looking, innovation-driven mindset

This is a rare opportunity to assume a strategic leadership position shaping both the external client experience and the internal technology backbone of a rapidly evolving wealth platform.

The role is designed for individuals who thrive in high-performance, intellectually rigorous environments
, and who are motivated to drive transformation, innovation, and long-term value creation at scale
.