If you are looking for a route into front office support in investment banking and trading environments, then a Product Controller role may be for you. These roles ensure accurate P&L reporting, risk control, and valuation of complex financial products and can be ideal for more technically minded ACA graduates.
Product Control is a niche but in-demand area that requires a high degree of technical accuracy and a strong analytical mindset. Roles are usually based in investment banks and trading houses.
Typical salary for newly qualified product controllers.
Strong Excel and systems (e.g. VBA, SQL)
Understanding of financial products (derivatives, FX, etc.)
Communication skills to manage front-office relationships
Attention to detail