EMEA Implementation Manager- SSGA

at  State Street

Who we are looking for
State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) is the fourth largest asset management firm globally. Global Funds Management is responsible for all treasury, fund administration, and reporting for our registered and unregistered funds globally. This includes valuation, board liaison and reporting, financial and regulatory reporting, taxation, expense accruals, service provider oversight, new product. As such we are looking for a VP to lead and manage implementation for our global fund range. Candidates must evidence a working knowledge of European fund structures. Successful candidates will demonstrate a continuous improvement and innovation mindset and be technologically savvy.
In this role you will collaborate with European and North American stakeholders (internal and external) to identify, track and elevate issues, risks, and dependencies critical to the successful launch and lifecycle management applicable to SSGA’s Funds, with an initial focus on European domiciled funds. You will apply project and change management skills in the implementation of any lifecycle events, assessing for continuous efficiencies and enhancements of controls supporting the process. This role will be critical in the ongoing relationship and evaluation of the ecosystem created to launch and ongoing service SSGA’s Funds globally.
This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office 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 Advisors, one of the largest asset managers in the world. We partner with many of the world’s largest, most sophisticated investors and financial intermediaries to help them reach their goals through a rigorous, research-driven investment process. With over four decades of experience and trillions of dollars in assets under management, we offer one of the broadest selections of services across asset classes, risk profiles, regions and styles. As pioneers in index, ETF, and sustainable investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest.
Join us if making your mark in the asset management industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
What you will be responsible for

As EMEA Implementation Manager, VP1 you will:

• Maintain a high level of knowledge on ETF and mutual fund vehicles UCITS and AIF offerings and act as a subject matter expert.
• Lead and participate in meetings with Product Development to comprehend product pipelines
• Drive product implementation and change management by working with key stakeholders across SSGA and SSBT to manage and oversee end-to-end project activities such as scope and requirements definition, solutioning, estimation and planning, and execution.
• Monitor implementation plans for significant deviations
• Maintain processes to ensure project management plans are relevant, accurate and complete and support overall firm goals and strategic initiatives.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Strong project management, communication and analytical skills.
• Able to influence outcomes and work collaboratively to reach common goals in a complex setting
• Great prioritization and time / resource management skills.
• Exhibits sound judgement, especially in working independently and navigating, managing and driving work where the answer is not always clear.
• Proven ability to achieve results with persistence and patience and thrive on problem assessment and resolution.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Understanding of technology (e.g., industry platforms, data tools, portals, workflow, automation)

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• University Degree preferred
• Experience within the funds management ecosystems, with preference towards project management or multi-functional experiences
• Proficient or Advanced abilities using Microsoft Office

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.

• Strong project management, communication and analytical skills.
• Able to influence outcomes and work collaboratively to reach common goals in a complex setting
• Great prioritization and time / resource management skills.
• Exhibits sound judgement, especially in working independently and navigating, managing and driving work where the answer is not always clear.
• Proven ability to achieve results with persistence and patience and thrive on problem assessment and resolution.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Understanding of technology (e.g., industry platforms, data tools, portals, workflow, automation