Alternatives Business Transformation, Officer

State Street•Quincy, MA

5d•$65,000 - $113,750

About The Position

State Street is seeking an Officer-level independent contributor for its Alternative Investments Transformation team. The role works closely with Alternative Investments technology and internal and external stakeholders to understand existing solutions and develop meaningful solutions for internal operations and clients. The successful candidate will be organized, take initiative, work effectively under pressure, and manage multiple diverse assignments while delivering projects on time. The Officer will gather, manage, and interpret end-user requirements; collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions; address and escalate project and operational issues; and provide business requirements and analysis related to current and future operating models. The role also involves preparing and executing test documentation to verify that developed functionality meets business use cases, and complying with internal policies and procedures while contributing to the development of best practices. The role requires a relevant bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience in an investment firm in a technology, front-office, or software-related role. Experience in Alternative Investments is preferred. Required computer skills include Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Jira and Confluence. The stated annual salary range is $65,000–$113,750 for the primary location; the applicable range may differ for other locations. State Street says employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits program that includes a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability; paid time off, including vacation and sick leave; access to an Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation eligibility, including annual performance-based awards; and eligibility for certain tax-advantaged savings plans. The company also describes inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and employee networks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study.
At least 3 years of experience working within an investment firm in a technology, front-office, or software-related role.
Computer skills with Microsoft products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Jira and Confluence.
Excellent communication skills.
Creative problem-solving and analytical skills.
Initiative, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently.
Strong relationship-building skills.
A sense of urgency and the ability to respond to shifting priorities.
Ability to work as a team player while taking individual ownership of tasks.
Ability to perform well under pressure and manage multiple diverse assignments.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Alternative Investments.

Responsibilities

Create, manage, and interpret end-user requirements, working with cross-functional teams to meet those needs and follow solutions through implementation.
Resolve and escalate project and operational issues in a timely manner.
Provide business requirements and analysis to internal and external clients on current and future-state operating models.
Create, test, and execute documentation demonstrating that newly developed functionality aligns with business use cases.
Understand, follow, and demonstrate compliance with relevant internal policies and procedures.
Provide input to the further development of best practices.
Communicate progress and escalations effectively.
Manage multiple assignments and deliver projects in a timely manner.

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability, plus optional additional coverages.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, short-term disability, and leave for family care responsibilities.
Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
Eligibility for incentive compensation, including annual performance-based awards, with exceptions for certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans.
Eligibility for certain tax-advantaged savings plans.
Inclusive development opportunities.
Flexible work-life support.
Paid volunteer days.
Employee networks.