State Street
Investment Management
AlphaClientandProductSolutionsManagingDirector
“Alpha Client and Product Solutions Managing Director at State Street. Skills: Client Solutions, Product Solutions, Front to Back Platform, Investment Management Industry, Solution Design, Operating Model Design. Drive solutions for clients across all aspects of the Alpha Front to Back platform. Align client requirements with enterprise solutions”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet client and product outcomes; Ensure the solution delivered is in line with expectations; Ensure the client receives maximum value from the Alpha platform; Identify opportunities for optimization and automation; Bridge current state needs to strategic outcomes
Industry & Context.
Problem solving; Critical thinking; Decision making
Ability to travel across the region as required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proven track record of understanding and aligning client requirements with enterprise solutions, Extensive front to back experience across both public and private markets within the investment management industry, Leadership and an ability to bring together teams across different levels and disciplines within the organization, Deep understanding of enterprise platforms, solution architecture, and large‑scale implementation delivery, Extensive experience in Front and Middle Office within the Global Investment Management industry, Proven track record in designing and implementing complex solutions, Client relationship management skills, with the ability to build trust, credibility, and long‑term partnerships, Ability to translate business requirements into detailed technical requirements and vice versa, Ability to work in a team environment, secure team and stakeholder buy-in, and motivate team to accomplish goals and objectives
Nice to Have
Demonstrated experience working on large transformational programs, Knowledge of front and middle office technology is an advantage, such as Charles River, Blackrock Aladdin, Thinkfolio, SimCorp Dimension, Markit EDM, Eagle Pace, etc., Experience with Agile software development, highly configurable systems and leading testing techniques, Knowledge of Compliance, Performance, Risk and Analytics would also be an advantage
What You'll Do.
Drive solutions for clients across all aspects of the Alpha Front to Back platform
Align client requirements with enterprise solutions
Identify business solutions that meet client and product outcomes
Drive solutions and operating model design through the sales process
Support the implementation to ensure the solution delivered is in line with expectations
Support the ongoing client relationship to ensure the client receives maximum value from the Alpha platform
trusted client partner
managing relationships
and client sentiment throughout solution design and delivery
Consult with Clients to understand their strategy
operating model needs and challenges
Provide subject matter expertise and industry experience to lead Alpha solution discussions
Capture the current end to end model of the client
and articulate future Alpha value proposition including integration between all stakeholders and state of the art technology architectures
Solution complex operating models based on detailed understanding of client scope
requirements and goals
Lead discussions and detailed analysis to ensure there is a rigorous review to determine the best solution for the client and the Alpha business
Conduct in-depth analysis of client workflows to identify opportunities for optimization and automation
Translate requirements into clear Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) and Business Solution Documents that bridge current state needs to strategic outcomes
Work with teams across State Street to drive strategic alignment
identify challenges in operating model design and call out areas that may require technology builds and changes to the existing operating model
Influence internal best practice on the approach to operating model design including decision tree criteria where State Street has more than one option to resolve a client requirement
Grow your individual knowledge of Alpha and the broader State Street solution set such that you can engage across client types on a multi-product basis
Provide support for Request for Information / Proposals and client presentations
Ensure solutions align to Alpha product principles
and scalability objectives
Apply emotional intelligence to manage escalations
and maintain momentum across internal teams and client stakeholders
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborating with stakeholders including global business architects and product owners; Working with teams across State Street to drive strategic alignment; Extensive collaboration and influence across the organisation; Bringing together teams across different levels and disciplines within the organization; Securing team and stakeholder buy-in; Motivating team to accomplish goals and objectives
Communication Scope
Exceptional communication and presentation skills; Ability to distill complexity into clear, actionable narratives
Process & Methodology
Large-scale implementation delivery, Managing escalations, Resolving tensions, Maintaining momentum
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