Alternative Investments Business Transformation Lead Business Analyst, Vice President

Who we are looking for

Vice President level independent contributor needed for the Alternative Investments Transformation team. This role will work closely with Alternative Investments technology, various internal and external stakeholders in a varied and challenging role.

A good candidate is able to familiarize themselves with existing solutions quickly and design meaningful solutions for our internal operations team as well as the client.

Additionally, candidates must be well-organized and able to deliver projects in a timely manner. Candidates must demonstrate strong initiative, be able to perform well under pressure and be capable of working on multiple, diverse assignments.

What you will be responsible for

As a Vice President in this role, you will

Lead the business, process, and data analysis of complex data and visualization projects.

Consult with business unit management as needed to analyze requirements asking probing questions to ensure the real needs are surfaced and understood.

Evaluate multiple solutions and collaborate to identify the optimal analytical solution to fit within existing technologies and comply with the overall strategic direction.

Provide subject matter expertise of key State Street production processes, controls and operations

Ensure clear and concise expression of decisions to peers, development, business teams, and senior management.

Communicate with scrum teams, business owners and product to ensure all stakeholders are well informed and that the project roadmap is on track.

Identify and define any production implementation specific requirements.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

Strong analysis skills, at both the business level (analyzing the business process, workflows, and operations) and at the information level (how data and information is stored and maintained).

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to facilitate a shared understanding of a problem and possible solutions.

Strong critical thinking skills, including considering stakeholder needs and asking probing questions until the real needs are surfaced and understood.

Strong interpersonal communication, collaboration, facilitation, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Ability to work independently and connect the dots to identify themes and common needs.

Leadership skills to provide direction and support within the team.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study.

8+ years of proven experience.

Ability to analyze and interpret large and complex datasets in varying formats to validate completeness, integrity, and accuracy of data, determine the root cause of any data-related issues, identify opportunities for improvements, and to produce clear and compelling reports for different audiences.

This includes strong excel skills.

Ability to create visual models that support analyses, such as workflow diagrams

Demonstrated experience working in an environment managing multiple, concurrent deliverables with shifting priorities, demands, and timelines.

Results oriented ownership mentality.

Strong technology insights with demonstrated ability to work across business lines.

Preferred experience in Alternative Investments.

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.

Salary Range :

$100,000 - $167,500 Annual

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.