Private Markets Product Solutioning & Development Manager, Managing Director

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on State Street to help them manage risk, respond to challenges through solutions, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged professionals are essential to our success.

Our commitment to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and able to meet their full potential infuses our company values. It’s also part of our commitment to inclusion, development and engagement, and corporate social responsibility. You’ll have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. Join us.

Position Overview

This Managing Director position will report to the SVP Global Head of Private Credit Product in State Street’s institutional services division.  The position will also collaborate closely with operating teams providing fund administration, loan services, custody, transfer agency, trustee services and analytics to credit managers. 

The Private Markets Product Solutioning & Development Manager role will have responsibility for contributing to  the evolution and evangelism of our go-to-market technology strategy for asset servicing capabilities superior to global competitors in all major regions, and will have a key role in the firm’s ability to capture the above-mentioned growth levels. 

Responsibilities                            

Technology assessments, client solutioning and creating a differentiated offering are the main responsibility of this role.  You will collaborate closely with commercial teams and operating teams to drive superior outcomes for State Street and our global private markets clients.

• Provide subject matter expertise - strong background in the private markets space and have a solid understanding of the technology needs for Private Market clients and the end-to-end strategic operating model and technology stack. Ability to develop solutions that can be deployed for complex clients
• Drive solutions - lead and partner with teams across our global organization to define and solution critical deals and to ensure that the relevant subject matter experts are consulted, and that critical design assumptions and strategic options are thoroughly explored
• Organize and conduct technology assessment and implementation project status meetings, including communicating status to internal, senior management and external stakeholders.
• Represent State Street at industry events/conferences and hold internal/external product office hours
• Research & Market Analysis - Ensure key competitor intelligence is updated continuously, and emerging industry trends are captured where relevant
• Partner with the CCO organization to develop a robust pipeline. Provide guidance and direction to the team to drive business development, including providing support in Request for Information / Proposals, ensuring quality responses and negotiating/approving  commercial for the product team
• Provide any required post-sales guidance to support the smooth implementation of the proposed solution

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required (Technology, or Business preferred)
• 10 years experience desirable
• Depth of experience in Private Markets required; either from asset servicing, or directly from within Private Markets and Fund employers
• Strong Private Markets network, preferably globally
• Outstanding Leadership skills

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

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.

Salary Range:

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

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