VP, Funds & Partner Strategy – Wealth Management

Voya Financial

VP of Funds & Partner Strategy at Voya managing the strategic vision for investment funds and partner relationships. Leading growth initiatives for Wealth Management products and strategic partnerships.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeBoston • Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive leadership in Wealth Management and Investment Management, with a focus on strategic partnerships, product platform optimization, and revenue growth. Proven ability to manage complex investment ecosystems and drive business results through innovative engagement strategies.

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15+ Years Leadership ExperienceInvestment Product ExpertiseStrategic Partnership DevelopmentProduct Platform ManagementFINRA Series 7, 24, 65 or 66

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Hard Skills

Investment ProductsMutual FundsETFsManaged AccountsAdvisory PlatformsFunds DistributionRevenue-Sharing ArrangementsCommercial NegotiationsProduct Platform RationalizationGovernance Initiatives

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior ExecutivesDriving ResultsRelationship Management

Certifications & Qualifications

FINRA Series 7FINRA Series 24FINRA Series 65FINRA Series 66CFA Designation

Industry Keywords

Wealth ManagementInvestment ManagementFinancial ServicesAsset ManagementPlatform EconomicsAdvisor EngagementClient AdoptionProfitabilityThird-Party Investment PartnersCommercial Relationships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the strategic vision for Voya's Retirement and Wealth Management investment funds ecosystem, and strategic partner relationships.
Provide executive leadership for Retirement and Wealth Management products, including Voya Financial Advisors (VFA), third-party investment products, managed account solutions, mutual funds, ETFs, advisory platforms, and related investment solutions.
Serve as the primary leader responsible for third party investment partners strategy, funds management, partner governance, and commercial relationships across Wealth Management.
Drive platform economics, and long-term business growth through effective management of strategic investment partners and platform optimization.
Work closely with Wealth Management, Retirement, Distribution, Investment Management, Finance, Operations, Technology, Compliance, and external asset management firms.
Ensure Voya maintains a market-leading investment platform that delivers value for advisors, clients, and shareholders.
Develop and execute a comprehensive partner strategy that strengthens Voya's position within the investment management community while supporting client and advisor goals.
Lead partner onboarding, due diligence, governance, performance reviews, and relationship management activities.
Develop innovative partnership models, engagement programs, and strategic initiatives designed to deepen relationships and enhance business growth opportunities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of progressive leadership experience in wealth management, investment management, financial services, or asset management.
Deep expertise in investment products, mutual funds, ETFs, managed accounts, advisory platforms, funds distribution, and wealth management operating models.
Demonstrated experience managing large-scale product platforms and strategic partner ecosystems supporting significant assets under management or administration.
Proven success developing and executing strategic partnerships with investment managers, asset management firms, custodians, platform providers, and distribution organizations.
Strong understanding of investment product economics, revenue-sharing arrangements, platform fees, distribution agreements, and commercial negotiations.
Demonstrated ability to lead product platform rationalization, governance, and optimization initiatives.
Experience developing multi-year strategic plans that drive revenue growth, advisor engagement, client adoption, and profitability.
Proven ability to influence senior executives and drive results in highly matrixed organizations.
FINRA Series 7, 24 and 65 or 66 required.
CFA designation preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans
401(k) Savings plan – with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%)
Voya Retirement Plan – employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%)
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
Paid time off – including 20 days paid time off, nine paid company holidays and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day.
Paid volunteer time — 40 hours per calendar year