Investment Management Quantitative Product Manager

Toronto, Canada March 26, 2026 Full Time Workday
Vanguard is seeking a product manager to drive the development of Vanguard's front office research and analytics platform. As part of our Investment Management Insights team, you will play a critical role in driving the development and deployment of analytics capabilities and technology that support the organization's data-driven investment strategies. This position requires a blend of technical expertise in quantitative investment research, and product management experience working with diverse stakeholders and technical teams. This role will report to the Head of Insights Studio and will be instrumental in transforming our investment teams' analytics culture through cutting-edge capabilities. Responsibilities: Leads the development of key capabilities within our research studio environment supporting knowledge management, analytics, dashboarding, and signal generation. Ensure the research studio environment is user-friendly and supports the diverse needs of investment teams. Influences and collaborates with cross-functional teams to create best practices that drive significant change to the client experience. Ensures all planned development activities are deeply rooted in business outcomes. Coaches digital product teams towards best practices and learnings. Oversees digital product teams' support of the messaging, communication, and customer outreach as necessary. Facilitates strong business support through working with team members to promote a consistent approach to decisions/impacts and client propositions. Drives connection across all appropriate internal and external stakeholders. Leads the planning, development and implementation of new product capabilities with cross-divisional impact. Defines and analyzes markets, developing detailed product features and requirements, and developing implementation plans. Influences and employs a variety of qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques to continually improve the user experience including assessing the role of AI in both analytics capabilities and enhancements to user experience in the research studio environment. Participates in and influences ongoing business planning and departmental prioritization activities. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Extensive business experience with proven relevant delivery experience and proven experience in leading product delivery initiatives. Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience required. Graduate degree preferred. Experience working with quantitative research teams or investment signal generation required. Vanguard’s total compensation package may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, and other perks. We also offer comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. Your recruiter will be able to provide additional details on the total compensation offering during the hiring process. AI Disclosure Statement Vanguard does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools in its recruitment process. All application reviews and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. Accommodations Vanguard is committed to fostering an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us. We will work with you to meet your needs and you can reach us at  [email protected], quoting the job ID and the job title. How We Work Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience. Vanguard, one of the world's leading investment management companies, serves individual investors, institutions, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and financial professionals. We have a diverse and talented crew with a culture that promotes teamwork, along with an unwavering focus on serving our clients' best interests. This website uses "cookies" to distinguish you from other users. A cookie is a small file of letters and numbers placed on your computer or device. This helps us to provide you with a good experience when you browse our website and also allows us to improve our site and services. The cookies are stored locally on your computer or mobile device. To accept cookies you can continue browsing as normal. Or you can go to our Privacy Policy to read more information and learn how to change your preferences.
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  • The Vanguard Group is the world's second-largest asset manager with ~$10T AUM and ~21,000 employees, headquartered on a 100-acre wooded campus at 100 Vanguard Boulevard in Malvern PA, with major U.S. offices in Charlotte NC, Phoenix AZ, and Scottsdale AZ, plus international offices in London, Melbourne, Mexico City, and Shanghai.
  • Vanguard is mutually owned by its own funds (and through them by the funds' investors) — there is no IPO, no parent company, no founding family equity stake, and no external shareholder. This structure is the source of the firm's roughly 0.07 percent average expense ratio and is referenced in nearly every internal cultural conversation. Engaging with this structure understandingly is the single biggest cultural-fit signal you can send.
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