Urgent Search: Product Owner

About the Opportunity Job Type Permanent Application Deadline 29 August 2025 Title Product Owner Fund Solutions Department Fund Servicing Oversight Location Gurgaon Bengaluru Reports To Associate Director Level Senior Manager We re proud to have been helping our clients build better financial futures for over 50 years How have we achieved this By working together - and supporting each other - all over the world So join our Fund Solutions team and feel like you re part of something bigger Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we We are proud of our inclusive culture and encourage applications from the widest mix of talent whatever your age gender ethnicity sexual orientation gender identity social background and more As a flexible employer we trust our people to perform their role in the way that works best for them our clients and our business We are a disability-friendly company and would welcome a conversation with you if you feel you might benefit from any reasonable adjustments to perform to the best of your ability during the recruitment process and beyond About your team Fund Servicing and Oversight FSO is a key function within Asset Management Delivery responsible for ensuring seamless execution of fund services across FIL s investment vehicles including retail funds segregated mandates real estate funds private asset funds and other products The team supports the full operational lifecycle spanning Fund Accounting Asset Servicing IBOR Operations Alternative Assets Fund Solutions and Shared Services FSO ensures these services are delivered efficiently accurately and in line with regulatory obligations Within FSO the Fund Solutions team drives the design delivery and oversight of operational change initiatives ranging from regulatory-driven transformations to strategic platform enhancements About your role The FA Delivery role within Fund Solutions is responsible for leading the implementation of operational change initiatives with a strong focus on Fund Accounting Middle Office and ABOR transformation This includes delivering solutions that meet client operational and product requirements while integrating process improvements technology upgrades and regulatory changes You will play a key role in driving initiatives to enhance and future-proof the operating model This involves close collaboration with upstream teams including Corporate Actions Pricing Reference Data and the Portfolio Services Group as well as supporting new fund launches particularly those requiring tailored solutions outside the standard model You will be accountable for ensuring that robust well-structured transition plans are in place and that governance and communication frameworks are effective with clear oversight from senior stakeholders Key Responsibilities Change Transformation - Fund Accounting Lead initiatives to drive operational and process improvements across fund accounting teams ensuring alignment with strategic business goals Preparing supporting presentations for senior management discussions to drive key decisions around process design project timelines and prioritization of deliveries Analyze and document current-state processes identify gaps and design future-state solutions to support change and transformation efforts Collaborate with stakeholders across Fund Accounting Operations Technology and external vendors to gather requirements define scope and validate solutions Drive the successful implementation of change projects by preparing functional specifications business requirements user stories test cases and managing UAT cycles Act as a liaison between business and technical teams translating complex operational needs into clear development tasks and deliverables Monitor and report on project progress risks and issues support resolution strategies and ensure projects stay within scope and timeline Contribute to ongoing transformation programs by assessing impact supporting communication and reinforcing adoption Lead post-implementation reviews to assess the effectiveness of change initiatives incorporating lessons learned into future efforts About you Bachelor s degree in finance Accounting Business or a related field Minimum 10 years of experience within asset management with a strong background in project management and documentation Proven experience as a Business Analyst or Change Lead in large-scale operational change or transformation projects Experience working on system implementations upgrades and vendor transitions Ability to challenge and provide alternative solutions and put forward recommendations Strong communications leadership project management influencing analytical decision making presentation and interpersonal skills Comfortable leading workshops facilitating discussions and driving consensus among cross-functional teams Agile methodology experience is advantageous but not essential Project management certifications are preferred Feel rewarded For starters we ll offer you a comprehensive benefits package We ll value your wellbeing and support your development And we ll be as flexible as we can about where and when you work - finding a balance that works for all of us It s all part of our commitment to making you feel motivated by the work you do and happy to be part of our team For more about our work our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here visit careers fidelityinternational com For more about our work our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here visit careers fidelityinternational com As an international financial services organisation we are in-scope of international regulations in the way that we carry out our work This position is involved in work that is regulated by the FCA and or the PRA and their Individual Conduct Rules COCON apply to it along with any other regulation We provide training on COCON and how it affects our employees More information about COCON can be found in the Employment Handbook