Alpha Global Testing - Global Lead of Strategic Projects and Standards, VP

Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone with a track record of success in identifying, planning, and executing strategic initiatives and projects for large global teams or divisions. The Alpha Global Testing Practice is focused on the strategy, planning, execution, and overall management of end-to-end testing of the Alpha platform in support of our clients, internal business units, and industry partners. These transformation programs are often multi-year and consist of complex business models and flows across front, middle and back office, and the data that persists across the platform, our clients’, and industry partners’ ecosystems.

The right candidate will have experience and proven success in managing senior internal and external stakeholders, as well as overseeing and managing strategic projects and initiatives.

Why this role is important to us

Alpha is the industry’s first-ever global interoperable platform that connects the front, middle and back office under one provider. Thorough end-to-end testing of the Alpha platform and all applications, data, and operational workflows – across State Street, Charles River Development, our clients, and our partner organizations – is critical to accelerating implementation timelines, providing reliable and consistent delivery of data and functionality, and ensuring a seamless and repeatable implementation experience for our clients. Join us if making your mark in an ever-changing, increasingly complex and competitive industry is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

This leadership role will be responsible for defining and implementing strategic projects initiatives, standards, and best practices globally across State Street’s Alpha Global Testing Practice.

• Identifying, defining, planning, and implementing short-term and long-term strategic projects and initiatives
• Building consensus among key stakeholders for opportunities, prioritization, ownership, and accountability
• Creating presentations and status reports that include executive summaries, project plans, return on investment, recommendations, and general status to leadership
• Working closely with the global leadership team to ensure alignment with overall business objectives and success criteria
• Fostering a culture of strategic thinking and innovation within the organization
• Facilitating communication and collaboration across various stakeholders
• Providing strategic guidance and mentorship to team members on key initiatives
• Areas of focus include global team strategy, quality assurance program for the testing on implementation projects, financial and resource planning and management, vendor management, standardization, and business risk management

What we value

The successful candidate must have excellent verbal, written and presentation skills, understand functional and non-functional testing within financial services, and have experience in strategic planning, data analysis, financial modelling, demand management, stakeholder management, and executive communication. This position will have interaction with, and exposure to, executive management within State Street and within our clients’ organizations.

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey strategic insights effectively
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Leadership experience and ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Understanding of industry trends and market dynamics
• Proficiency in financial modeling and business planning
• Deep client engagement and expectation management across project life cycles
• Strong expertise in global capital markets and quantitative investments
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, globally structured, and team-based environment, as well as the ability to work independently
• Experience in agile methodology and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) preferred
• Knowledge of key risk indicators, governance, oversight and escalation practices
• Presentation preparation and delivery for business risk committees and cross organizational, executive and board of directors’ committees
• Risk management skills, especially those acquired at G-SIFI organizations and/or large public accounting firms

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above
• Advanced degree in business administration (MBA) or related field is preferred
• 10+ years of experience in a global team, preferably in the financial services industry, with experience that aligns with the role

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. Alpha is our front to back platform that powers better performance and outcomes at every point on the investment lifecycle and is the first open platform from a single provider that connects the front, middle and back office. It harmonizes data, technology and services across trusted providers to help our clients better manage their businesses.

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.

End Date: March 16, 2025

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