VP, Business Strategy

Acadian Asset Management is a global systematic investment manager at the forefront of data-driven investing since 1986. Headquartered in Boston with locations in Singapore London and Sydney we manage over $170 billion on behalf of leading institutions worldwideincluding pension funds endowments foundations and sovereign wealth funds. We harness advanced technology rich datasets and multidisciplinary expertise to help clients navigate complex markets and uncover insights that may be overlooked by traditional approaches.

What sets Acadian apart is our people. We foster a collaborative intellectually curious environment where ideas are tested diverse perspectives are welcomed and innovation thrives. Were united by a shared purpose: delivering effective client outcomes and supporting one another in work thats both challenging and rewarding. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment strong benefits and a casual but focused office cultureall designed to support the meaningful collaborative work that defines Acadian.

Position Overview:

The Business Strategy team is responsible for advancing Acadians firmwide strategic agenda in alignment with the Executive Committees priorities and long-term corporate objectives. We partner closely with business leaders across the organization to translate strategy into actionable initiatives drive enterprise-wide alignment and ensure disciplined execution of the firms project portfolio. Our goal is to position Acadian for sustainable growth while maintaining focus accountability and measurable outcomes.

The Vice President Business Strategy will play a critical role in aligning projects people and resources to deliver on firmwide strategic initiatives. Reporting to the Director of Business Strategy this individual will operate at the intersection of strategy and execution working directly with senior leaders to scope complex initiatives define business requirements and oversee implementation across functions. This role offers significant visibility across the organization and requires the ability to influence without direct authority manage competing priorities and drive clarity in ambiguous environments.

Acadian supports a hybrid work environment; this specific role is expected on-site in the Boston office at least three days per week.

What Youll Do:

• Partner with business leaders to define prioritize and execute strategic and operational initiatives aligned with corporate objectives
• Lead cross-functional initiatives from concept through implementation ensuring alignment across stakeholders and measurable outcomes
• Develop structured project plans business requirements risk assessments and resource models to support disciplined execution
• Provide governance and oversight across strategic initiatives identifying interdependencies conflicts and resource constraints
• Deliver clear concise updates to senior leadership and internal committees translating complexity into actionable insight
• Evaluate and recommend resource allocation decisions in partnership with functional leaders
• Help facilitate the annual budget planning process ensuring alignment between strategic priorities and capital deployment
• Identify opportunities to improve operating processes coordination mechanisms and execution discipline across the firm

Were Looking for Teammates With:

• Bachelors degree required; advanced degree or CFA preferred
• 710 years of experience in investment management strategy or consulting
• Demonstrated experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives
• Experience partnering with front office trading or investment teams with familiarity across portfolio management execution and both pre-trade and post-trade workflows
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and build alignment without formal authority
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build credibility across levels of the organization

The base salary range for this role is $175000 $200000per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a candidates skills qualifications and relevant addition to base pay this position may be eligible for discretionary incentive compensationand includes participation in Acadians comprehensive benefits program which includes health retirement and wellness offerings.

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Acadian Asset Management LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of gender race creed color sex age national origin marital status pregnancy or parenthood veteran status citizenship status disability gender identity or sexual orientation.