Senior Product Manager – Implementation at Mercer Ltd

Docklands, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Management, Investment Products, Regulatory Compliance, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Communication Skills, Fund Pricing Strategies, Legislative Change Implementation, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Presentation Skills, Results-Oriented Mindset, Continuous Learning, Collaboration, Adviser Support

Industry

Professional Services

Description

Senior Product Manager – Implementation The Senior Product Manager – Implementation is a critical member of Mercer’s Investments team, responsible for leading the initiation, management, and implementation of product changes and new product development for existing and prospective clients. This is a 12-month fixed term contract role that involves close collaboration with senior product managers, project managers, and stakeholders across the business, including senior management and executive leadership. You will oversee platform distribution partnerships, ensure funds are competitively priced and well represented in the market, and drive legislative and regulatory compliance. This position is ideal for an organised, results-driven professional with strong communication skills and a deep understanding of investment products and regulatory environments. We will count on you to: Lead the implementation of institutional and bespoke client solutions, including fund launches, terminations, mergers, and rationalisation. Support the Wealth team on platform presence, adviser support, and managed accounts initiatives such as investment restructures and product redesigns. Assess and approve new platform distribution partners, ensuring compliance with Design and Distribution Obligations (DDO) and product governance. Prepare and present reports to the Board and Audit & Risk Committees on product changes and initiatives. Drive legislative change implementation and fund deregistration processes as required. Monitor and contribute to fund pricing strategies and client pricing proposals to maintain market competitiveness. Collaborate with Communications to ensure effective product change communication across internal and external stakeholders. What you need to have: Tertiary qualification in business, finance, accounting, legal, management, or a related field. 7-10+ years of experience in financial services, preferably with investment or superannuation product expertise. Proven project management experience, managing multiple projects simultaneously. Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, including ASIC regulations and relevant legislation such as the Corporations Act and Income Tax Assessment Act. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and SharePoint. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Highly organised with strong prioritisation and time management skills, able to work effectively under pressure. RG146 qualification and project management training are desirable. What makes you stand out: Demonstrated ability to lead complex product initiatives and navigate regulatory environments. Strong stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to senior executives and Board committees. Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes. Ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and functions. Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry developments. Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives, shape the future of work and enhance health and retirement outcomes for their people. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit mercer.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X. Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.

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Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of product changes and new product development for clients, including fund launches and terminations. Collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance and effective communication of product changes.