Senior Manager, Product Innovation and Development

Job Description

Referral Level: Level 1

Mackenzie Investments

IGM Financial Inc. is a leading wealth and asset management company in Canada, managing approximately $310billion in assetsas of December 31, 2025. It offers financial planning and investment services to over two million Canadians through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.

Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967, is a key part of IGM's business model, serving as a comprehensive asset-management partner for Canadian financial advisors and their clients.

At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the fourth consecutive year and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Our vision and strategy aim to innovate the industry and support Canadians in achieving their financial goals.

Join our team to engage in continuous learning and skill development in a supportive environment.

Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work environment, where you spend three days a week in the office, connecting, collaborating, and enjoying quality time with your amazing colleagues!

Our Values:
Be better;we strive for improvement in everything we  accountable;we foster clarity and are empowered to act  a team;we are united to drive collective impact to achieve our goals.

The Product Development Team at Mackenzie Investments is currently accepting applications for the position of Senior Manager, Product Innovation and Development. Reporting to theVP, Product Innovation and Development, this individual will be responsible for the following activities:

Responsibilities

• Oversee and guide comprehensive competitive and industry analyses to inform the development of all new product initiatives, ensuring alignment with market trends and company objectives.
• Apply strong working knowledge of capital markets, asset categories, and a wide range of investment products including mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments to support strategic assessments and decision-marking.
• Lead efforts in obtaining necessary approvals, coordinating product launches, and conducting training sessions for new products.
• Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute launch strategies, resolve issues, and partner with product managers to drive successful implementation.
• Manage and support the administration of Mackenzie’s diverse range of investment funds, includingmutual funds, ETFs, interval funds, offering memorandum products, and liquid alternative funds.
• Lead the development and direction of research initiatives aimed at enhancing and maintaining Mackenzie’s current product shelf while spearheading the ideation and development of new product offerings.
• Review and interpret external research reports, effectively communicating findings and insights to internal stakeholders to inform strategic decisions.
• Deliver timely, ad hoc research and analysis insights to stakeholders to support their decision-making processes.
• Create and deliver presentations for senior management to facilitate communication and support strategic decision-making.
• Provide key industry decision-making reports and analytics, along with product-level competitive intelligence, to ensure a continuous flow of information supporting innovation.
• Lead and coordinate project management efforts for new and ongoing initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timely execution.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Finance or Business; CFA designation is an asset.
• 6 – 10 years of experience within Product Development in the Financial Services industry, with a proven track record of leadership and strategic influence.
• In-depth understanding of the financial services industry and the global/domestic competitive landscape for retail and strategic alliances business lines.
• Strong working knowledge of capital markets, asset categories, and a wide range of investment products including mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.
• Extensive knowledge of investment industry products and services, as well as distribution channels.
• Exceptional ability to build and maintain relationships with…