Product Development Manager

Contract type: Fixed Term Contract 12 months

Location: London

Working style: Hybrid min 50% office based

Closing date: 13th July 2026

Were looking for an experienced Product Development Manager to join Royal London Asset Management (RLAM) within our Client Group. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and delivering new investment solutions working at the heart of product innovation within a leading UK asset manager.

Youll be responsible for managing the delivery of new fund launches end-to-end ensuring they meet client needs and align with RLAMs long-term goals. Working closely with stakeholders across the business youll help bring client-focused investment solutions to the market.

This role offers the chance for those with experience in launching a variety of funds and structures to the market to join RLAM ambitious growth agenda.

• Lead the delivery of new fund launches including both UK and Irish/ EU domiciled UCITS and AIF structures
• Manage significant product changes including fund mergers closures and regulatory-driven updates
• Oversee end-to-end product development projects ensuring they are delivered on time within budget and in line with RLAM policies
• Coordinate internal and external approvals working with key stakeholders across the business
• Interpret and advise the business on appropriate fund structures and features
• Apply market regulatory and product knowledge to support the design of client-centric investment solutions including the application of consumer duty
• Consider ESG and sustainability factors within product design and development.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to support successful project delivery

• Proven experience in product development within asset management
• Strong understanding of fund structures particularly IUK and Irish domiciled UCITS and AIFs
• Broad knowledge of investment products across multiple asset classes: equity fixed income property cash multi-asset private assets
• Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements including UCITS AIFMD COBS and COLL
• Experience managing complex projects and delivering solutions to market
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Investment qualifications (e.g. IMC/IAQ) preferred.

Royal London Asset Management (RLAM) part of the Royal London Group is one of the UKs leading fund management companies supporting a wide range of clients globally to achieve their investment goals. Our long-term client-focused approach is underpinned by a strong commitment to responsible investment and stewardship.

Were proud of our culture and our People Promise where colleagues work in an inclusive responsible enjoyable and fulfilling environment guided by our values: Empowered Trustworthy Collaborate and Achieve.

Weve always been proud to reward employees by offering great workplace benefits such as 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays an up to 14% employer matching pension scheme and private medical insurance.

Were an inclusive employer. We celebrate and value different backgrounds and cultures across Royal London. Our diverse people and perspectives give us a range of skills which are recognised and respected whatever their background.