Who we are looking for

The Platform Business Analyst within the Execution, Financing and Clearing division plays a pivotal role in advancing technology and analytics solutions that enhance transparency, intelligence, and execution for both clients and internal teams. This position sits at the intersection of finance and technology and centers on leveraging technology and data to create impactful products for State Street’s financing and execution platform. The ideal candidate will combine deep analytical skills with strong communication skills and business acumen. Ability to apply quantitative methods to business challenges and explain them to a diverse audience is a must. Success in this role requires developing relevant business insights through data, collaborating cross-functionally, and keen attention to detail.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Markets (SSM). When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending, and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to SSM business units. As our investment research and trading arm, SSM’s number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients’ portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world.

Join us if making your mark in the capital markets industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

• Prototyping and iterating on innovative solutions, working with internal stakeholders and clients to deliver tailored products efficiently.
• Engaging directly with clients and prospects, conducting product demonstrations, managing proofs of concepts, and serving as a subject matter expert.
• Collaborating with internal technology teams, external vendors, and partners to ensure successful product delivery from ideation to deployment.
• Managing roadmaps, identifying timeline risks and proactively preparing and communicating audience-appropriate project status
• Preparing end user documentation and facilitating end user training
• Maintaining high standards of governance and risk management throughout the solution development process.
• Collaborating and engaging team members in collegial and professional manner

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Ability to deliver results under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and commitment to high-quality outcomes
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Strategic thinking with the capacity to influence, collaborate, and engage across all organizational levels
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to tackle new challenges
• Intellectual curiosity and a passion for continuous learning and development

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required
• At least 5 years of experience in quantitative, analytical or technology roles within financial services sector
• Exceptional analytical skills and proficiency in Python and SQL programming
• Experience developing insights and dashboards in business intelligence tools such as PowerBI, Tableau or Qlik a plus
• Experience in securities financing (including securities lending/borrowing, repo, and collateral management) a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with strong interpersonal skills to effectively engage with business leaders and technical teams at all organizational levels

Additional requirements

• This is a hybrid role with an expectation of 4 days a week in the office
• undefinedAbout State StreetWhat 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 by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers

Salary Range:

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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