GlobalLink Project Manager, Assistant Vice President

at  State Street

Why is this role 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. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
Your new role
As a GlobalLink Project Manager you will be responsible for supporting the GlobalLink FX business with all aspects of change management, driving the execution and delivery of front office projects including strategic, regulatory, geopolitical and business transformation change. This function will report to Global Head of Risk, Reg Operations and Change - GlobalLink.
Your new role will be part of an established project management team supporting the Global Markets and GlobalLink businesses. You will interact with SSBTCo, SSBI GmbH (and associated branches), SSGLAP, SSGMIL, FX Connect LLC and Currenex Inc.

As a GlobalLink Project Manager, Assistant Vice President you will:

• Manage project for the delivery of a number of key change initiatives across the GlobalLink business, with front to back ownership of the full project lifecycle
• Assist with growth initiatives across GLFX helping drive revenue growth and cost efficiency programmes
• Develop and manage relationships with project sponsors and partners across the business and infrastructure, working closely with all stakeholders to ensure a sustainable and cohesive project delivery
• Establish and monitor an effective oversight framework to ensure that issues and risks to the project are appropriately identified, escalated and resolved
• Build technical and operational business knowledge to support business understanding and impact of change management processes to BAU
• Define robust communication strategy and provide transparency around delivery progress to all key stakeholders
• Utilise key project management tools and techniques and maintain document artefacts to a high standard in order to meet the demands of the project
• Prepare and lead key project meetings, including steering committees and working groups
• Actively participate in the development and maintenance of the EMEA CMO team as a front office change centre of excellence

What we value

Desired professional experience and qualifications

• University degree
• Formal project management certification (eg: LEAN, PMI or Prince II)
• Experience delivering and supporting change programmes in the Financial Services/Banking industry
• Knowledge of capital markets, including product trade lifecycle
• Preference for candidates with IT project experience and/or exposure to FX products
• Experience with project management protocols, end to end project lifecycle and an understanding of good governance standards
• Experience with continuous improvement processes with an ability to identify more efficient and effective ways of working and reporting

Required competencies and skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Very strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Successful track record in problem-solving
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to multi-task and work independently to meet deadlines
• Ability to anticipate challenges and opportunities
• Ability to influence people without direct reporting lines
• Negotiating skills/stakeholder management
• Self-starting with the ability to operate without or take steps to define clear guidance on required outcomes

What we offer

• Permanent contract of employment from day one
• Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Offs
• Gold medical package for employees and their families (partner and children)
• Premium life insurance package and private pension plan
• Employee savings plan
• Benefits platform including Multisport Card
• Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs
• Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice
• Variety of well-being programs
• Technical or leadership career pathway

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.
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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