At a Glance
- Tasks: Support product development and coordinate lifecycle events across UK and EMEA.
- Company: Franklin Templeton, a dynamic firm in asset management and fintech.
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, focus on well-being, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with flexible working options and excellent career development.
- Why this job: Join a collaborative team and make a real impact on client outcomes.
- Qualifications: Experience in investment management and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals.
About the department
The Product Development & Implementation team manages and evolves the UK and EMEA product range to support business growth and client outcomes. Working closely with Sales, Legal, Compliance, Operations and global product teams, the group ensures all product changes are delivered efficiently, compliantly and with strong governance. The team operates in a highly collaborative, fast paced environment, offering exposure to cross-regional projects, senior stakeholders and end-to-end product lifecycle management, enabling strong professional development and impact.
In this role you’ll focus on coordinating product lifecycle activity and ensuring the effective implementation of product changes across the UK and EMEA.
How You Will Add Value
- Support product development initiatives across UK and EMEA.
- Coordinate product lifecycle events, including launches and closures.
- Partner with internal teams and providers to deliver implementations.
- Ensure operational, regulatory and commercial readiness.
- Track pipelines and monitor delivery progress.
- Identify risks and escalate issues appropriately.
- Prepare governance materials and stakeholder updates.
- Support reporting, including Assessment of Value outputs.
- Improve processes to enhance delivery efficiency.
What Will Help You Be Successful in This Role
- Experience in investment management or financial services.
- Exposure to product lifecycle or project delivery.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of UK and European fund structures and regulations.
- Understanding of product distribution frameworks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
- Familiarity with project tools or Agile methodologies.
- Strong organisational and coordination skills.
- Excellent stakeholder collaboration across regions.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage competing priorities.
- Clear and confident communication skills.
- Proactive, solutions-focused approach.
This role will be based in our Edinburgh office with the expectation of 4 days per week in the office.
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
Product Development and Implementation Senior Associate in Midlothian employer: Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of London that fosters collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, enabling them to grow their careers while engaging with senior stakeholders in a dynamic market environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Franklin Templeton provides a supportive atmosphere where every team member can thrive and make a meaningful impact.
