Blackstone Private Wealth - Head of Product Strategy at Blackstone

Tokyo, Japan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Asset Management, Private Wealth, Alternative InvestmentsIndustries

Requirements

  • Effective people leadership skills; ability to develop and oversee a high performing team
  • An entrepreneurial mindset, self-starter and idea generator
  • Strong business judgment and decisiveness; ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Exceptional project management skills; ability to instill process and structure where appropriate to help scale
  • Extensive product development experience in Japan focusing on intermediary audiences bringing deep knowledge of regional wealth and wholesale segments
  • Demonstrated interest in investments and solid knowledge across alternatives investment products, financial services industry, and capital markets
  • Knowledge of the regional regulatory and legislative landscape in Japan
  • Strong written and spoken communication skills; fluency in spoken and written Japanese and English languages is required
  • Desire to work in a team environment, across multiple geographies
  • Ability to work in global organisation

Responsibilities

  • Research and monitor regulatory developments and competitive landscapes across alternative asset classes, strategy types and product structures to help identify scale opportunities in Japan
  • Work collaboratively with the broader Global Product Strategy team, Blackstone’s investment businesses and business functions to support the creation of new products designed to fit clients’ portfolio needs
  • Engage with trade bodies on potential regulatory updates and proposals that may be relevant to the Blackstone Private Wealth business
  • Work across Blackstone Private Wealth business functions in supporting product initiatives such as Marketing, Sales, Legal and Investor Services
  • Oversee product development for Japan, including identifying new product ideas, executing product launches and driving new growth initiatives
  • Provide domain knowledge and expertise on investments, performance, market dynamics and competitors as part of the launch process and upon launch

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Product StrategyProduct DevelopmentProduct LaunchMarket AnalysisGrowth InitiativesPrivate MarketsAlternative InvestmentsPrivate EquityReal EstateInvestor RelationsCross-functional Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this role?

This is a full-time position.

Is this role remote or based in a specific location?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills and experience are required for the Head of Product Strategy role?

The role requires being a dynamic marketing leader with extensive distribution marketing expertise within a leading investment and wealth management organization.

What is the company culture like at Blackstone?

Blackstone seeks to create positive economic impact and long-term value using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems, emphasizing collaboration across global teams.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate is an accomplished, driven, and ambitious professional who is a dynamic marketing leader with extensive distribution marketing expertise in investment and wealth management.

Blackstone

Global alternative asset management firm

About Blackstone

Blackstone is a leader in alternative asset management, focusing on private equity, real estate, and credit investments. The firm manages over $1.1 trillion in assets and partners with financial advisors to provide access to private markets, aiming to create strong businesses that deliver lasting value. Its main products, BREIT and BCRED, cater to income-focused investors, while the On-Demand Continuing Education Program helps educate investors on private market topics. Blackstone's goal is to identify economic trends and invest in industry-leading businesses to generate strong returns.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1985Year Founded
$18,081.8MTotal Funding
UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Financial Services, Real Estate, EducationIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition in AI may lead to overvaluation and market saturation.
Potential regulatory scrutiny due to significant investments in diverse sectors.
Economic instability in Europe could impact returns from European investments.

Differentiation

Blackstone is a global leader in alternative asset management with $1.1 trillion AUM.
The firm specializes in private equity, real estate, and credit investments.
Blackstone partners with financial advisors to provide access to private markets.

Upsides

Blackstone's $300M investment in DDN shows a strategic pivot towards AI-driven growth sectors.
The €250M investment in Sia Partners expands Blackstone's footprint in AI consulting services.
Partnership with Jersey Mike’s indicates investment in established consumer brands with growth potential.

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