Head of ETF Distribution, Asset Management

Job overview

The Head of ETF Distribution role is hybrid in Chicago, Illinois. Compensation is not specified; the posting says the starting salary varies based on applicant and market factors and notes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus. L&G Asset Management invests across public and private markets and serves individual savers, pension members, and global institutions. The role builds and scales U.S. exchange-traded fund distribution, owning revenue growth, platform access, asset growth, and distributor engagement. It combines strategic direction with hands-on execution and cross-functional leadership to support ETF launches, adoption, and the firm’s broader platform strategy.

What you'll do

• Define and execute U.S. ETF distribution strategy
• establish and manage AUM, flow, and platform-access targets
• own senior relationships with national accounts and platform gatekeepers
• lead ETF onboarding and shelf placement
• support launches, seeding, liquidity, and early growth
• align marketing and distribution messaging
• build a distribution team
• coordinate external distribution infrastructure
• represent Distribution in governance forums
• ensure regulatory and compliance alignment
• report performance and priorities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

head of etf distribution

asset management

exchange-traded funds

etf distribution strategy

platform access

institutional distribution

product launches

chicago il

legal & general

annual bonus eligibility

hybrid remote

team leadership

finra licenses

regulatory compliance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible full-time employees may receive health insurance, HSA option, disability coverage, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), vacation, sick time, employee assistance, and commuter and transit programs.

Why this role

Build-phase leadership role operating initially as a player-coach; hybrid remote arrangement is stated in the listing.

About the employer

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