Who we are looking for:

Transaction Services is seeking a candidate to work as an AVP. This position will oversee multiple teams within Transaction Services function. Should possess knowledge of the Asset management industry and the processes that support it. You need to provide guidance & leadership to these teams.

Why this role is important to us:

We are looking for an individual who is a self-starter, comfortable with uncertainty and deadline pressure and possess knowledge of the asset management industry and the processes that support it. You need to provide guidance & leadership to these teams.

What you will be responsible for:

As AVP you will be responsible for:

• Direct and manage project development from beginning to end including strategy development, execution, and reporting

• Collaborate with Business and Global Operations leads identifying resources required to support & deliver transition/ change management projects

• Identify, evaluate, and track progress of project risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating them appropriately with suggested mitigation approach

• Represent Global Operations in Project meetings with client and other State Street business lines

• Identify opportunity for product automation based on project timeline, service requirements and products offered

• Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents. Track project milestones and deliverables

• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.

• Estimate the resources, timescales and participants needed to achieve project goals.

• Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.

• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work

• Understand, follow, and demonstrate compliance with all relevant internal policies and procedures and provide input to the further development of best practices

• Collaborate with appropriate teams globally to ensure consistent service delivery client solutions and client satisfaction

• Identify, develop, and deploy process improvements leading to service level improvements and/or unit cost & operational risk reduction

What we value:

• Proven track record of related industry experience in Trade Settlements/Trade Processing/Capture,

• Understanding of various financial products – Equity, Fixed Income (Repos), Money market Instruments, Foreign Exchange etc. will be preferred.

• 12-14+ years of experience in staff management and leading projects 

• Working at senior levels in an organization together with the capability of communicating effectively.

• Working in matrix structures and cross-cultural environments with an ability to operate on their own and as part of a team.

• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail a must.

• Strong influencing and negotiating skills when dealing with customers (internal or external) is preferred

• Strong interpersonal and organization skills

• Knowledge of State Street systems/processes preferred.

• Prior experience in developing executive communication preferred.

• Proficiency in PowerPoint and word.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in business discipline preferred or equivalent work experience

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Proficiency with MS Office Applications e.g., Excel, Word, Power point etc.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.