State Street Alpha Corporate Actions Implementation Lead

Who we are looking for

State Street’s Alpha Implementation Team is seeking a qualified Corporate Actions Manager for the industry’s first ever front to back client servicing platform. This leader will focus on driving end-to-end integration and interoperability for our Alpha clients focused on Corporate Actions life cycle.

The Alpha Client Implementation Manager will be responsible for overseeing due diligence, driving the client solution design, flows, operational processes and business system functionality. Managing the Alpha implementation and onboarding plan, project timelines, conversion approach and post-go-live efforts for several simultaneous client implementations.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. 

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

What you will be responsible for

As Alpha Corporate Actions Implementation Lead you will:

• Collaborate with the Global Delivery partners to drive timely implementations
• Lead client facing Implementation meetings
• Oversee Implementation initiatives tied to Corporate Actions 
• Identify client requirements
• Work with Alpha Platform Service Architecture and CRD to solution Client requirements
• Partner with senior program managers to drive consistent operational standards globally across Client Ops, and COE’s.
• Drive the delivery of cross-operations, high priority projects across all typical project phases
• Project initiation and scoping- including plan definition and managing realistic expectations for successful delivery with project stakeholders
• Support ongoing project management- including progress monitoring, reporting and quality assurance throughout the project
• Build and manage strong relationships with project sponsors and stakeholders in Operations, Technology and the business, understanding competing priorities across these groups
• Understand the firm’s strategic plans, business, process and architecture in order to influence design and develop solutions.
• Collaborate with other teams to share approaches, develop best practices and improve team capabilities to successfully migrate clients
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• 10+ years of Corporate Actions experience of front, middle, or back office
• Strong knowledge of Jira
• Strong Corporate Actions experience and knowledge of elections and event processing
• Proven ability to work effectively with executive management
• Strong communication, analytical, problem solving and organizational skills    
• Ability to influence and work collaboratively across multiple organizations to reach common goals
• Demonstrate excellent process and project management skills
• Expertise in MS Office including MS Visio, Project and PowerPoint

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of Corporate Actions industry experience with front, middle, and back office
• Minimum BS/BA degree in Technology, Finance, Business or Equivalent. 5-7 Years industry experience with Front, Middle and Back Office Functionality.
• Extensive leadership experience

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.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective 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 the 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 program 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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