Global Markets Product Manager

Who we are looking for

The Global Markets (GM) Product Manager – Assistant Vice President (AVP) executes a portfolio of strategic and tactical initiatives for State Street Global Markets. The portfolio encompasses broad aspects of the business:

• Strategy development and implementation
• New product, geographic and product expansion
• Trading systems and operational model design and implementation
• Governance approvals
• Risk oversight

The GM Product Manager - AVP works with other Product Managers, Technology, Operations, Business Risk, Legal and other business partners to execute initiatives and deliver product and infrastructure aligned with our strategic priorities. 

Due to the role requirements this job needs to be performed primarily in the office. 

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

The GM Product Manager- AVP will be responsible for executing a subset of a complex portfolio and will be expected to drive execution in their assigned initiatives.    

• Translate business strategic vision into functional product plans.
• Define product features and develop product overviews, workflows and visual artifacts to crystalize product use, and process owners.
• Work with technology to drive technology solutions and deliverables to meet Business requirements.
• Assess and design the end-to-end support model for go-live with respective stakeholders (Operations, Product Control, Business Risk, etc.).
• Document technology and other business partner demand; escalate competing priorities and constraints.
• Build strong relationships with our GM team and business partners (i.e. Legal, Compliance, Operations, IT, Finance, Procurement etc.) and ensure they understand business needs.
• Resolve issues or roadblocks working with our GM Teams and Business Partners.
• Effectively, communicate, collaborate and build positive relationships.

What we value

• Ability to work and progress analysis, and/or projects independently
• Ability to quickly and succinctly documents workflows, requirements, project tasks

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated analysis, issue resolution and leadership skills.
• Outstanding organizational, analytical and consultative abilities.

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.

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