Custody Ecosystems Product Manager : Artificial Intelligence and Post Trade Settlement Workflow – VP (UK or US)

The Custody Product organisation is recruiting for a Custody Ecosystems Product Manager to help drive the Post Trade Settlement Workflow strategy and Artificial Intelligence opportunities as part of the wider Custody Ecosystem/Disruptive Technology remit.  Whilst the focus will be on AI and Post Trade Settlement Workflow, the successful candidate would also assist with other AI opportunities across other Custody Ecosystems efforts including Account Opening, Inquiry Management, Tax etc.  State Street’s Custody Product organisation is undergoing an exciting period of transformation and requires an experienced product manager with good subject matter expertise, client lens & industry presence to join the team to help take this business forward.

Function

As a Custody Ecosystems Product Manager you will be part of a small team responsible for leading the engagement with the responsible FinTech(s) and the STT AI Tech partners.  FinTechs have been disrupting the Custody landscape in recent years, and State Street is well positioned to take a considered approach having had the opportunity to see the landscape unfold.  Similarly STT AI Tech have been creating many innovative solutions that can benefit Custody.

Responsibilities

As a Custody Ecosystems Product Manager, you will have responsibility for the following:

• Building strong relationships with:

  • FinTechs at all levels from CEO/Founder through to Client Engagement/Support

  • The STT AI Tech organisation

  • Global Delivery

• Understanding the opportunities that AI can bring to STT Operations to improve efficiency and user experience (both internally & externally)

• Helping shape the development strategy of FinTechs and STT AI to meet the needs of GD and Clients

• Driving adoption of the development & platforms (internally & externally) whilst Demonstrating benefit, Measuring success and Influencing change

• Participation at industry events including roundtable and speaker opportunities

• Being a champion of change & challenging the status-quo to drive internal & external benefit

• Identifying other FinTechs that can bring value to STT Custody and our Clients

• Developing business cases to assess value; and drive senior buy-in for those that make sense

• Working with Procurement, Legal & TPRM on all aspects of the engagement as required

Skills

• Excellent programme management skills

• Strong PowerPoint skills are key

• Detail oriented – problem solver

• Intellectually curious

• Independent, self-motivated and a team player with strong influencing skills

• Positive, can-do approach and champion of change

• Effective communicator at senior levels both internally & externally

• Comfortable working in a demanding delivery focussed environment

Experience

• Strong knowledge of Global Custody business preferred, particularly Settlements

• Strong knowledge and interest in AI

• Prior experience working in Product, Operations and/or Technology roles

• Experience working with institutional investor client base

• Proven track record in influencing change and driving large programmes of effort

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

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