Alternatives Business Transformation Business Analyst, Assistant Vice President

State Street•Quincy, MA

2d•$80,000 - $140,000

About The Position

State Street is seeking an Assistant Vice President-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 design meaningful solutions for internal operations teams and clients. The position requires strong organization, timely project delivery, initiative, performance under pressure, and the ability to manage multiple diverse assignments. The Business Transformation Business Analyst identifies and implements process improvements, translates end-user and project needs into requirements, and collaborates with cross-functional teams through implementation. The role also provides business requirements and analysis concerning current and future-state operating models, leads meetings and workshops, resolves or escalates issues, and supports compliance with internal policies and the development of best practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study.
At least 5 years of experience working within an investment firm in a technology, front-office, or software-related role.
Excellent communication skills.
Creative problem-solving and analytical skills to build solutions for investment teams.
Strong influencing skills to unify and collaborate with varied teams.
Initiative, self-motivation, and ability to work independently.
Strong relationship-building skills.
Sense of urgency and ability to respond to shifting priorities.
Ability to work as a team player while taking individual ownership of tasks.
PC skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Jira and Confluence.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Alternative Investments.

Responsibilities

Identify, develop, and deploy process improvements that increase efficiency and/or reduce operational risk.
Create, manage, and interpret end-user requirements, working with cross-functional teams to meet needs and follow through to implementation.
Resolve and escalate project and operational issues in a timely manner.
Interpret project needs and work to meet those needs.
Provide business requirements and analysis to internal and external clients on current- and future-state operating models.
Lead meetings and workshops to explain and walk through business requirements.
Follow and demonstrate compliance with relevant internal policies and procedures, and provide input to the development of best practices.
Communicate project progress and escalations effectively.

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and optional additional coverages.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, short-term disability, and family-care leave.
Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
Eligibility for annual performance-based incentive awards, excluding 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.