VP, Product Management (Tactical Products)
Company: ProShares
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
About Us: ProShares now offers one of the largest lineups of
ETFs, with over $85 billion in assets. The company is a leader in
strategies such as crypto-linked, dividend growth, interest rate
hedged bond and geared (leveraged and inverse) ETF investing.
ProShares continues to innovate with products that provide
strategic and tactical opportunities for investors to manage risk
and enhance returns. Position Summary: We are hiring a Product
Manager who will support our leveraged and inverse (geared), crypto
, commodity, and volatility fund lineup, that includes both ETFs,
Mutual Funds and VA offerings covering the '40 Act and the '33 Act
structures’. The position can be based in Bethesda, MD or New York,
NY and will be part of a broader Product Management team supporting
the business. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful problem solver
who brings experience with sophisticated financial products and a
strong understanding of the asset management space.
Responsibilities [ 1 ]: The Product Manager acts as the “hub” for
informing and implementing product strategy (including positioning,
branding, pricing and efficient distribution support), analyzing
market conditions, and identifying competitive gaps / opportunities
to maximize commercial success. In this role you will be
responsible for overseeing and guiding the complete lifecycle of
some of our most popular and industry-leading fund products,
through collaboration and partnership across internal departments
and external partners. Key job functions will include the
following, amongst other responsibilities: Product Positioning Own
strategic product messaging and positioning, including product
features, client benefits, investment merit, and competitive
differentiation for clients that range from sophisticated financial
professionals to self-directed investors. Roadmap Planning and
Initiative Management Build the business case for product
initiatives and campaigns with clear and concise business rationale
and data. Drive the execution of cross-functional product
initiatives such as go-to-market campaigns, index changes, share
price splits, product launches, etc. Do so, in partnership and
close collaboration with other stakeholders such as client facing
staff (sales, relationship management, client services), marketing,
and investment strategy to ensure all contributors are accountable
for their deliverables, and escalate, when necessary, to meet
milestones. Product Quality, Research, and Analytics Create and
manage regular processes for monitoring product performance and
quality metrics to ensure a "continuous improvement" mindset for
commercial success. Create an integrated view of product and
competitive opportunities, based on analyses of fund flows and
performance, market data, client feedback, competitive
intelligence, investment trends, and industry developments. Stay
abreast of competitive product information specific to both
competitors and sponsor programs. Identify significant product
launch, development, or repositioning initiatives and present
actionable business plan opportunities in response. Develop
recommendations on product gaps, marketing themes, and competitive
campaigns. Product Rationalization Monitor fund data and recommend
rationalization as needed. Continually evaluate the relevance of
the existing product set, with a particular focus on positioning,
pricing, and efficient support of distribution. Execute a process
for rationalization in partnership with internal and external
stakeholders with a focus on both profitability and firm reputation
and brand. Education and Experience: Prospective candidates should
have a strong understanding of the asset management ecosystem
including how each of the entities (sales, marketing, strategists,
etc.) operate to bring commercial success to fund products with a
diverse client base including financial professionals and
self-directed Investors. We are looking for someone who enjoys
working in a fast-paced and data-driven environment. You should be
able to manage several projects, build strong internal
relationships, and explain ideas clearly to different audiences. 7
years of relevant work experience in the investment management
industry, with experience in product management or a related role.
Experience with ‘40 Act and 33' Act' products, including ETFs and
mutual funds. Experience in fund product management, including
exposure to product development, product launches and product life
cycle management. Project management skills, including the ability
to manage complex business processes through influence when all the
resources necessary for a successful outcome are not directly under
the individual’s control. A track record of execution success is a
key attribute. Proven track record of commercial success, including
the ability to bring a business mindset to complex issues around
opportunity cost tradeoffs and an understanding of product
profitability in competitive resource allocation environments, both
external with competitors and internally within a multi-line
business Experience in consulting related to the asset management
industry dealing with strategy, corporate development, new product
development, sales/distribution efforts is a strong value add.
Skills and Abilities: Possession of a blend of quantitative and
interpersonal skills, with an evidenced ability to communicate
effectively (both orally and written) with senior management and
experienced investment professionals. Strong conceptual, cognitive,
and analytical skills, probably exemplified through an outstanding
academic background with an advanced degree in finance or business,
such as an MBA, or a professional designation such as a CFA.
Self-starter with a team-orientation, combined with a proven
ability to manage projects across cross-functional teams under
demanding deadlines. Results-orientation with attention to detail.
Proficiency in multiple investment or market data applications
(e.g. FactSet, Morningstar, Zephyr, Bloomberg, Callan PEP, Pertrac,
etc.). The compensation for this position includes salary and
incentive pay. The annual base salary range for this role is
$175,000 to $200,000 (USD), which does not include discretionary
bonus compensation. Total compensation may vary based on
experience, role, location, department, and individual performance.
Our Benefits: Competitive pay and discretionary bonus Paid time off
Health care benefits (medical, dental & vision) Additional
insurance includes basic life, accidental death and dismemberment,
supplemental life, disability and legal benefit 401(k) retirement
plan with matching contribution Spending Accounts (Health Care,
Dependent Care, and Transportation) Wellness Programs (fitness
reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program) Education assistance
Hybrid work schedule Additional Programs include peer recognition,
corporate matching gift [1 ] These statements are intended to
describe the general nature and level of work involved for this
job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties
and skills required of this job. To perform this job successfully,
an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional privacy information for CA residents EOE STATEMENT
ProShare Advisors LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity
employers and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified
applicants on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, sex
(including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions),
marital or family status, national origin, ancestry, physical or
mental disability, mental condition, veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other
characteristic protected by applicable law.
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