Globallink

Who we are

GlobalLink is State Street’s global suite of market leading electronic trading platforms providing solutions for market participants designed to increase transparency, improve trading efficiency and deliver quantifiable execution.  Everything we do aims at making sure our clients value every aspect of GlobalLink, from our product and technologies to our ease of doing business and our support.

Who we are looking for

This is an opportunity for the UK Regulatory Governance and Oversight, AVP to join GlobalLink’s dynamic EMEA COO team in a regulatory and governance oversight role to help support our award winning regulated foreign exchange multi-lateral trading facility FX Connect MTF and Fund Connect a market leading MMF portal. This role will have a focus on regulation (MiFID II), governance, oversight & controls, and supporting governance forums and delivery of key projects to meet regulatory obligations.

The role holder will report into the EMEA COO.

This role can be performed in a hybrid model where you can balance work from home and office (minimum two days a week), to match your needs and role requirements.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Markets (SSGM). When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to SSGM business unit. As our investment research and trading arm, SSGM’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

As GlobalLink, UK Regulatory Governance and Oversight, AVP you will

• Prepare SSGMIL regulatory submissions required by foreign licenses

• Support FX Connect MTF platform governance and MIFID II RTS 7 compliance

• Support Fund Connect platform reporting and MIFID II compliance

• Support SMR and delegates adherence to SMR regime and delegated responsibilities

• Lead SSGMIL outsourcing oversight for FX Connect MTF, Currenex and Fund Connect

• Delivery on key projects to meet regulatory obligations

• Support strategic growth initiatives by working across business lines, corporate functions and senior stakeholders to prepare business cases and license applications for jurisdictional expansions.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

• MS Office Skills - Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio & Project

• Self-motivated with strong work ethic

• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure

• Ability to form working relationships with across internal and external stakeholders

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required with preference for Economics or Finance.

• Knowledge and experience with electronic trading platforms and MIFID II regulation

• Proven experience in financial services operations and driving improvements and risk excellence

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.

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.