Who we are looking for
State Street is currently seeking an GTS Planning and Strategy Vice President who will be responsible for implementing the broader GTS strategy, planning, governance and reporting of various technology initiatives across Alternative Investment Services (Hedge Fund Services and Private Markets) area. This role will support for business deliverables as well as risk, resiliency and compliance initiatives. Additionally, the role will provide assistance to multiple business groups within Alternatives Investment Services and will include visibility across the broader internal technology and business teams.
What you will be responsible for
As a AIS/Private Markets GTS Planning and Strategy Lead, Vice President
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you will
- Work closely with GTS Development and Quality Assurance teams to establish efficient, repeatable and scalable frameworks for the delivery of IT & business outcomes.
- Lead the overall AIS/Private Markets Planning and Demand Management
- Manage the budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc reporting requests for the entire AIS/Private Markets Technology Portfolio
- Build financial models and scenario analysis to support long-range strategic planning, forecasting and budgeting cycles
- Handle all with AIS/Private Markets Procurement related matters
- Work with the GTS Finance and Enterprise Demand Management teams to enable alignment on the financial and hiring planning, targets and tracking and alignment with division and company's stated mission.
- Support efforts around continuous improvement in budget and planning processes, including effective utilization of current tools as well as identification of additional tools to enhance processes
- Manage the self-identification of control issues, analyze their root causes, manage the handling of drafting appropriate and timely remediation plans, and continuously monitor remediation progress to closure
- Be the focal person for the execution of key business risk programs, including regular risk reviews, risk reporting, oversight and governance activities (including issue and incident management), and monitoring control performance for the business unit
- Assist with the preparation and coordination of outside reviews, including audit events and/or regulatory examinations
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, with all levels of the organization
- Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and work independently in non-routine situations
- Ability to learn new technologies and processes
- Strong analytical, interpersonal, organizational, research, and communication (verbal and written) skills
- Good understanding of the role of first, second and third line of defense
- Strong influencing, collaboration, and project management skills
- Critical thinking and intellectual curiosity
- Initiative, ownership and energetic
- Excellent team player and treating others with respect
- Ability to drive execution
- Strong financial acumen and business analysis skills
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent related field experience
- 15+ years of experience in IT Finance/PMO/Business Analysis
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with diverse and geographically distributed teams.
- Understanding of generally acceptable accounting principles
- Financial Services experience preferred
- Experience working in an enterprise PMO and an understanding of the SDLC
- Experience with Microsoft Tools and Technologies including Excel, Access, PowerBI, Sharepoint and Archer platform, Clarity PPM, Tableau, etc
Additional requirements
Are you the right candidate? Yes!
We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don't necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.
Why this role is important to us
Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We're driving the company's digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation.
We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We're looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end-to-end, next-generation financial services company.
Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry.
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 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.
Salary Range:
$145,000 - $227,500 Annual
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.
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