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Paulius Pupininkas

Paulius Pupininkas

Vilnius

Summary

Experienced Investment Product Manager with a strong background in financial services, specializing in product development, stakeholder management, and regulatory compliance. Skilled in managing the full investment product lifecycle, ensuring market relevance, and implementing client-focused enhancements. Proven ability to collaborate across teams and deliver insights for product improvements.

Previously led a Corporate Actions Income Administration team, overseeing accurate processing of dividends and corporate actions, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance. Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality financial solutions.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Investment Product Manager

Luminor Group
12.2023 - Current

Investment Product Maintenance & Development:

  • Manage and update investment product pages, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely market updates.
  • Collaborate with marketing, legal, and compliance teams to ensure product descriptions, fund performance data, and risk disclosures are current and accessible.
  • Review product performance regularly, implementing improvements to meet market needs.
  • Stay updated on financial sanctions, making necessary changes to products and ensuring compliance in communications.

Stakeholder Engagement & Inquiries:

  • Act as the main point of contact for stakeholders, addressing queries about investment products, strategies, and market trends.
  • Provide regular performance reports to clients, senior management, and sales teams.
  • Work with cross-functional teams, including legal, compliance, and finance, to resolve inquiries and maintain product integrity.

Market Research & Competitor Analysis:

  • Conduct market research on industry trends, competitive products, and regulatory changes to inform product strategies.
  • Provide insights and recommendations for continuous portfolio improvement.

Product Strategy & Lifecycle Management:

  • Manage the full product lifecycle, from develo
  • pment to launch and optimization.
  • Collaborate with portfolio managers to enhance product features, pricing, and investment strategies.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure product alignment with business goals.

Training & Knowledge Sharing:

  • Lead training sessions for sales, marketing, and customer service teams to deepen product understanding.
  • Maintain and update product documentation, FAQs, and training materials to support sales and client comprehension.

Client-Focused Product Enhancements:

  • Lead initiatives to gather and analyze customer feedback to identify opportunities for product innovation.
  • Collaborate with tech and digital teams to enhance user experience on investment platforms, ensuring easy access to product information and reports.

Team Lead of Income Administration and Proxy Voting

Danske Bank
09.2022 - 12.2023
  • Expertise in managing income collection, reconciliation, and distribution processes
  • Proficient in handling dividend payments, interest income, and other investment-related income streams
  • In-depth knowledge of proxy voting procedures, corporate governance principles, and shareholder engagement
  • Experience in researching and making informed voting decisions on behalf of clients
  • Strong understanding of financial regulations, including relevant laws, industry standards, and compliance frameworks
  • Proven ability to streamline and enhance income administration and proxy voting processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy
  • Effective leader with a track record of managing and mentoring teams for peak performance
  • Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with clients, investment managers, custodians, and other stakeholders
  • Proficient in analyzing financial data, market trends, and voting issues to make informed decisions and recommendations
  • Proficient in SWIFT message formats and protocols, facilitating secure and standardized communication for financial transactions
  • In-depth knowledge of tax regulations and compliance
  • Ensures all income administration activities align with tax requirements, optimizing tax efficiency.

Senior Operations Officer (market specialist) in Income Administration

Danske Bank
10.2020 - 09.2022
  • Led income administration efforts, ensuring precision in income collection, reconciliation, and distribution processes
  • Managed dividend payments, interest income, and corporate actions
  • In-depth knowledge of tax regulations and compliance
  • Ensures all income administration activities align with tax requirements, optimizing tax efficiency
  • Maintained strict compliance with financial regulations and industry standards
  • Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to all relevant laws.

Manager of Sales

Virtual Gaming Solutions
09.2015 - 06.2018
  • Developed and implemented effective online sales strategies to drive revenue growth
  • Identified and targeted potential clients through online research and lead generation techniques
  • Regularly analyzed sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Fostered long-term relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and retention.

Logistics Administrator

FINĖJAS GROUP
06.2015 - 09.2015
  • Coordinated and oversaw all aspects of logistics, including order processing, inventory management, and transportation
  • Managed the procurement and maintenance of inventory levels to meet customer demand
  • Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries
  • Utilized logistics software to track shipments, monitor inventory levels, and optimize warehouse operations.

Export Coordinator

Bauwerk Boen Group
05.2014 - 09.2014
  • Managed and coordinated all export operations, including documentation, shipment scheduling, and customs clearance
  • Prepared and reviewed export documentation, including invoices, bills of lading, and export licenses, to ensure compliance with international regulations
  • Collaborated with freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers to facilitate the movement of goods
  • Monitored the progress of shipments and provided customers with real-time updates on their orders
  • Evaluated and mitigated potential risks related to international trade, such as customs delays or trade restrictions.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics -

Mykolas Romeris University
Vilnius
01.2011

Skills

  • Financial Instruments
  • Proxy Voting
  • Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • SWIFT Messaging
  • Custody Service
  • Taxation and Tax Compliance
  • Asset Servicing Platforms
  • Legal and Regulatory Knowledge
  • SQL Knowledge
  • A/B Testing
  • Product Vision, Strategy and Roadmaps
  • Jira, Atlassian, Rally

Certification

  • Crash Course on Python, Google, 09/2020, coursera.org/verify/DXWNUPSWBH7B
  • Foundations of Business Strategy, University of Virginia Darden School of Business, 09/2020, www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments...
  • Responsive Website Basics: Code with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, University of London, 09/2020, www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments...
  • Certification of Enneagram Practitioner, Enneagram Academy, 05/2018

Languages

English
Lithuanian

Timeline

Investment Product Manager

Luminor Group
12.2023 - Current

Team Lead of Income Administration and Proxy Voting

Danske Bank
09.2022 - 12.2023

Senior Operations Officer (market specialist) in Income Administration

Danske Bank
10.2020 - 09.2022

Manager of Sales

Virtual Gaming Solutions
09.2015 - 06.2018

Logistics Administrator

FINĖJAS GROUP
06.2015 - 09.2015

Export Coordinator

Bauwerk Boen Group
05.2014 - 09.2014
  • Crash Course on Python, Google, 09/2020, coursera.org/verify/DXWNUPSWBH7B
  • Foundations of Business Strategy, University of Virginia Darden School of Business, 09/2020, www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments...
  • Responsive Website Basics: Code with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, University of London, 09/2020, www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments...
  • Certification of Enneagram Practitioner, Enneagram Academy, 05/2018

Bachelor's degree in Economics -

Mykolas Romeris University
Paulius Pupininkas