Product Manager– Collateral Management - NLB Services …, Airdrie

Job Title- Product Manager– Collateral Management

Location: Calgary, AB (Hybrid onsite) Employment type: Contract Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Product Manager with deep expertise in collateral management, margin processes, and regulatory frameworks to drive product strategy, system enhancements, and operational efficiency across our collateral platforms. The role requires strong collaboration with Front Office, Treasury, Risk, and Technology teams to deliver scalable solutions that optimize collateral usage and ensure compliance with global regulations.Key Responsibilities

Exposure&Margin Management

Analyze daily counterparty exposures across OTC derivatives, repos, securities lending, and prime brokerage portfolios. Support the calculation and validation of Initial Margin (IM), Variation Margin (VM), and collateral calls. Investigate margin disputes, exposure breaks, and collateral shortfalls.

Collateral Optimization&Inventory

Evaluate collateral eligibility, haircuts, and optimization rules to improve funding efficiency. Partner with Treasury and Front Office to design collateral allocation strategies. Monitor collateral inventory, concentration risks, and usage trends.

Regulatory&Control Framework

Interpret and support compliance with UMR, EMIR, Dodd-Frank, and Basel III/IV rules. Contribute to regulatory reporting, audits, and model validation. Maintain documentation for processes, controls, and governance standards.

Technology&Data Enablement

Translate business needs into functional requirements for collateral systems (e.g., Acadia, Murex, Calypso). Support system enhancements, testing, and implementation. Perform data analysis, reconciliations, and root cause investigations. Partner with Technology to improve automation, data quality, and efficiency.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in collateral management, margining, or risk management within financial services. Strong knowledge of derivatives, repos, securities lending, and prime brokerage. Familiarity with collateral platforms (Acadia, Murex, Calypso, or in-house engines). Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks (UMR, EMIR, Dodd-Frank, Basel III/IV).Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and deliver technology-enabled solutions. Preferred Skills

Experience in collateral optimization strategies and funding efficiency projects. Robust background in data analytics and automation tools. Ability to manage global stakeholders and influence decision‑making.

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