Oversee product development for Sustainalytics, manage teams, execute commercial strategies, and ensure compliance with industry standards across ESG products.
About Morningstar Sustainalytics
Morningstar Sustainalytics delivers high-quality, analytical environmental, social and governance (ESG) and climate research, ratings and data to institutional investors and companies. Our research is empowering the world's leading institutional investors to identify, understand, and manage risks and opportunities from an ESG perspective. We are a global leader in sustainability and corporate ESG solutions, informing and advocating to improve the world we live in.
About the role
We are seeking a Chief Product Officer to oversee all product development for Sustainalytics. This includes our flagship ESG Research products (ESG Risk, Regulatory Solutions, Impact Solutions) as well as Climate Solutions, Stewardship Services and Sustainable Finance. You'll also be responsible for our data and research delivery strategy through external and internal platforms, data feeds and APIs.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated leadership capabilities, product management expertise and a deep commitment to Sustainability. This position can be located in London, Chicago or New York City.
Job Responsibilities
Qualifications
Total Cash Compensation (inclusive of base salary and bonus target, in Chicago): $302,025-$543,650.
Compensation and Benefits
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Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
Morningstar Sustainalytics delivers high-quality, analytical environmental, social and governance (ESG) and climate research, ratings and data to institutional investors and companies. Our research is empowering the world's leading institutional investors to identify, understand, and manage risks and opportunities from an ESG perspective. We are a global leader in sustainability and corporate ESG solutions, informing and advocating to improve the world we live in.
About the role
We are seeking a Chief Product Officer to oversee all product development for Sustainalytics. This includes our flagship ESG Research products (ESG Risk, Regulatory Solutions, Impact Solutions) as well as Climate Solutions, Stewardship Services and Sustainable Finance. You'll also be responsible for our data and research delivery strategy through external and internal platforms, data feeds and APIs.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated leadership capabilities, product management expertise and a deep commitment to Sustainability. This position can be located in London, Chicago or New York City.
Job Responsibilities
- Assure the commercial success of the business by establishing and executing a product strategy across all client segments in key regions around the world.
- Build and lead a high-performing product team, including hiring, coaching, and developing team members.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including technology, sales, marketing, data, methodology, research to develop and deliver product roadmaps through rigorous prioritization and execution.
- Ensure all products have a cohesive and clear Go-To-Market plans that align with the customer needs.
- Together with the Sustainalytics Chief Commercial Officer, jointly develop and execute commercial policy.
- Monitor industry trends and competitive landscape to identify opportunities for innovation.
- Understand the needs of clients in all major markets/regions, conducting market research and gathering customer feedback to inform product decisions.
- Partner with the Business Head of Regulatory Change and Compliance to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Qualifications
- 15+ years of experience in product management or a related field, preferably with a focus on building research or data products
- Experience in Sustainability and Financial Services
- Strong leadership skills, with a proven track record of building and managing high-performing product teams delivering double digit growth for a $100+ million-dollar business
- Solid Knowledge and/or experience of the pragmatic marketing framework and/or the flywheel effect
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Experience with agile development methodologies and product development best practices
- Ability to present complex information at industry events and strategic client meetings
- Strategic mindset, with the ability to identify and prioritize key opportunities and challenges
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to use data to inform product decisions
Total Cash Compensation (inclusive of base salary and bonus target, in Chicago): $302,025-$543,650.
Compensation and Benefits
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide-range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
- Financial Health
- 75% 401k match up to 7%
- Stock Ownership Potential
- Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
- Physical Health
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
- Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
- Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
- Emotional Health
- Trust-Based Time Off
- 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
- 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
- Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
- Annual Education Stipend
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Social Health
- Charitable Matching Gifts program
- Dollars for Doers volunteer program
- Paid volunteering days
- 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
Top Skills
Agile Development Methodologies
APIs
Data Feeds
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