Project Analyst, Payments Cash and Custody Transact, Senior Associate

Who we are looking for

Global Delivery Custody is forming a central support team for the Payments, Cash, and Custody ("PCC") strategic development program. The team you will be joining is a part of PCC, a multi-year effort to modernize and simplify State Streets core custody technology platforms. The program is a collaborative approach across Global Delivery, Product, and Technology with integrated planning and decision making. Key outcomes include ensuring STT meets regulatory and market processing requirements, demands of current clients, and creating a world class, competitive Custody product offering.

As part of the Transact value stream, the candidate will provide support on impact analysis, business requirements, pre-production parallel planning and execution, migration planning and execution, and operational readiness in support of business outcomes.

Why this role is important to us

Over the next 3-5 years, State Street will deploy a next generation platform infrastructure that will be the foundation of our custody operating model and help drive our goals to improve service delivery, quality, resiliency, and productivity optimization. The Transact project team will enable the modernization of Payments, Cash and Custody services by replacing IBS/Hogan DDA infrastructure with Temenos Transact platform.

What you will be responsible for

• Ensure accurate tracking of workstream status including critical risks / issues and progress against milestones and targeted outcomes / benefits.
• Schedule and facilitate meeting and related documentation (agenda, meeting minutes, RAID logs etc.).
• Conduct stakeholder impact assessments and documents findings (gap analysis, business requirements, process mapping etc.).
• Support BUAT and Pre Production Parallel to ensure integrity of system data and operational requirements are clear, tested, and fully adopted.
• Support operational readiness activities such as user ID admin, procedures and control documentation, training documentation and facilitation, etc.
• Support the development and execution of migration plans including issue identification, tracking, and remediation.
• Identify and mitigate risks using strong problem solving abilities and effective communication.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Creative thinking.
• Strong problem solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively collaborate and partner with Ops leads, technology partners, senior management and business counterparts.
• Flexible and adaptable with ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence and persuade effectively.
• Ability to drive execution.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years operational or project experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Cash/Payment/Banking Platforms is preferred but not required.

Additional requirements

• Experience with Microsoft; especially Excel & PowerPoint.
• Project management or business analysis skills is a plus but not required.

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.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers